M&M's set August launch for dye-free candies, with 2 colors absent
The legendary candy-maker faces a multimillion-dollar logistical nightmare trying to turn its iconic blue treats natural.
The legendary candy-maker faces a multimillion-dollar logistical nightmare trying to turn its iconic blue treats natural.
Pizza Hut sold by Yum Brands for $2.7 billion
Pizza Hut, whose famous red roofs dotted cities across the country before changes in the restaurant industry cut into its popularity, was sold for $2.7 billion.
Pizza Hut, whose famous red roofs dotted cities across the country before changes in the restaurant industry cut into its popularity, was sold for $2.7 billion.
Jersey Mike’s dethrones Chick-fil-A as America’s favorite fast-food chain in new ranking
Jersey Mike’s was ranked America’s favorite fast-food chain in a recent customer satisfaction survey.
Jersey Mike’s was ranked America’s favorite fast-food chain in a recent customer satisfaction survey.
Danone files lawsuit against Chobani over yogurt protein claims
Two of the leading producers of snack yogurt find themselves in a heated legal battle, going head-to-head over protein content.
Two of the leading producers of snack yogurt find themselves in a heated legal battle, going head-to-head over protein content.
KFC adds new menu items, updates logo as part of global brand refresh
KFC plans to expand its lineup of food offerings, sauces and beverages.
KFC plans to expand its lineup of food offerings, sauces and beverages.
Alfredo sauce recall spans 41 states in FDA’s most serious classification
A recall on alfredo sauce sold across much of the United States was placed in the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) most serious classification.
A recall on alfredo sauce sold across much of the United States was placed in the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) most serious classification.
Cattle herd ‘fix’ is taking years longer than predicted, CEO warns amid historic beef shortage
America’s historic beef shortage may not ease anytime soon as the U.S. cattle herd remains at its lowest level in more than seven decades, keeping pressure on prices even as consumers continue to buy beef at elevated levels.
America’s historic beef shortage may not ease anytime soon as the U.S. cattle herd remains at its lowest level in more than seven decades, keeping pressure on prices even as consumers continue to buy beef at elevated levels.
A state-by-state look at who spends the most and least on fast food
With fast food prices up 60% since 2014, those “affordable” drive-throughs don’t seem so economical anymore. Here's where people spend the most on fast food.
With fast food prices up 60% since 2014, those “affordable” drive-throughs don’t seem so economical anymore. Here's where people spend the most on fast food.
Restaurant owner faces backlash after saying he’d prefer to hire men over women
A restaurant owner’s comments about his preference for hiring male servers over women have sparked outrage and plans for a protest in Wisconsin.
A restaurant owner’s comments about his preference for hiring male servers over women have sparked outrage and plans for a protest in Wisconsin.
Date fruit sales in U.S. skyrockets as shoppers seek healthier foods
One of human history's oldest-cultivated foods is having a moment as more people reach for healthier alternatives to ultra-processed foods.
One of human history's oldest-cultivated foods is having a moment as more people reach for healthier alternatives to ultra-processed foods.
McDonald’s testing AI-powered drive-thrus: What to know
McDonald’s is testing a new AI-powered drive-thru system called Archy. Here's what to know.
McDonald’s is testing a new AI-powered drive-thru system called Archy. Here's what to know.
Judge halts Trump SNAP state restrictions: What to know
A federal judge halted the Trump administration’s efforts to force states to comply with certain conditions in order to get billions of dollars in SNAP funding.
A federal judge halted the Trump administration’s efforts to force states to comply with certain conditions in order to get billions of dollars in SNAP funding.
Scientists reveal why you're probably throwing away meat too soon
Auburn University researchers are developing a way to predict meat spoilage more accurately using microbial data and predictive modeling, which could lead to more precise sell-by dates.
Auburn University researchers are developing a way to predict meat spoilage more accurately using microbial data and predictive modeling, which could lead to more precise sell-by dates.
National Doughnut Day 2026 deals and freebies
National Doughnut Day is here! Here’s where to score the best freebies and deals to celebrate the occasion.
National Doughnut Day is here! Here’s where to score the best freebies and deals to celebrate the occasion.
Customer caught on camera putting hair in food before complaining, restaurant says
A restaurant in northern England says surveillance footage captured a customer placing a hair into a child's macaroni and cheese before later complaining.
A restaurant in northern England says surveillance footage captured a customer placing a hair into a child's macaroni and cheese before later complaining.
Red Lobster in Times Square closing after more than 20 years
After a 23-year run, the Red Lobster in Times Square is officially shutting its doors.
After a 23-year run, the Red Lobster in Times Square is officially shutting its doors.
Costco grape plants spark fears of devastating threat to American farms
Grape plants sold at several Costco locations in California may pose a serious threat to California vineyards and agriculture after inspectors discovered an invasive insect.
Grape plants sold at several Costco locations in California may pose a serious threat to California vineyards and agriculture after inspectors discovered an invasive insect.
Tomato sticker shock: Here's how much prices have climbed
Tomato prices have emerged as one of the biggest drivers of grocery sticker shock, climbing sharply over the past year.
Tomato prices have emerged as one of the biggest drivers of grocery sticker shock, climbing sharply over the past year.
No kids, more dogs, and family-style platters: Welcome to the future of dining
Ditch the kids, bring the dogs. That’s the message from diners who overwhelmingly want to eat at places where they do not have to worry about children interrupting their meals.
Ditch the kids, bring the dogs. That’s the message from diners who overwhelmingly want to eat at places where they do not have to worry about children interrupting their meals.
Diet change tied to ‘younger’ biological age in older adults after 4 weeks
Diets rich in complex carbohydrates and plant-based components showed the most pronounced improvements
Diets rich in complex carbohydrates and plant-based components showed the most pronounced improvements