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Beyond almond and oat: How pecan milk is shaking up the plant-based market

With PKN, America's only indigenous commercial tree nut could shake up the non-dairy industry

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"Willful breach": Albertsons hits Kroger with massive lawsuit as merger sours

Albertsons has accused Kroger of sabotaging their $25 billion deal

12.12.2024 7

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"Rats in the kitchen": What the McDonald's arrest of Luigi Mangione reveals about America — and us

While some lauded the fast food employee who called the police after spotting Mangione a hero, others disagreed

11.12.2024 1

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“I haven’t the time, nor, frankly, the inclination”: Prue Leith’s case for a simpler kitchen

In her new cookbook, "Life's Too Short to Stuff a Mushroom," Leith gives cooks permission to cheat

09.12.2024 2

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No more apps: How saying goodbye to Big Food delivery changed the way I eat

When my partner and I relocated to a new-to-us Chicago apartment — an antique-feeling number on the corner of the sixth floor — we made the mutual...

05.12.2024 7

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"Corporate abuse": Kroger and Albertsons are in hot water over alleged strike sabotage

Supermarket chains Kroger and Albertsons, already under scrutiny for their proposed $24.6 billion merger, are now facing a new class-action lawsuit...

02.12.2024 6

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A house wine revival: How restaurants are redefining the concept

House wines have long been the underdog of drink menus—functional, affordable and often forgettable. But in the Bay Area, a new wave of partnerships...

01.12.2024 10

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Too good to go? The second life of leftovers

Leftovers have always been a bit of a culinary underdog. In pop culture, they’re the sad, wilted contents of plastic containers relegated to sitcom...

30.11.2024 6

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Gratitude changed how I cooked this year

For much of my life, the concept of gratitude has felt like a well-intentioned holiday guest who overstayed their welcome. A nice enough idea, sure,...

28.11.2024 10

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When Thanksgiving goes wrong, "Bob's Burgers" gets it right

As someone who covers food professionally, Thanksgiving is both a wonderland and a minefield. Every year, the stories could practically write...

26.11.2024 8

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A new culture war is brewing — and Coca-Cola's AI Christmas ad is at the center

The concept of a sociopolitical “culture war” has become so expansive that it feels, at times, reductive. It’s both broad enough to cover...

24.11.2024 8

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A year-end crisis: Farm Bill set to expire without agreement on key programs and GOP taking charge

On Monday, Michigan Senator Debbie Stabenow, the Democratic chair of the Senate Agriculture Committee, unveiled the long-awaited Senate Farm Bill, a...

20.11.2024 3

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Pumpkin, pecan and beyond: Salon’s 8 must-bake Thanksgiving desserts

From classic Southern pecan pie to creative pumpkin blondies, Salon's food writers have shared their most beloved recipes to sweeten your holiday...

20.11.2024 7

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How tipping fared on the ballot this election — and what it means for diners and workers

Most Americans feel like they’re being asked to tip now more than ever, studies show. Everywhere they go, from salons to dispensaries to coffee...

12.11.2024 5

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Stephen Miller expected to be named Trump's deputy chief of staff of policy, oversee deportations

Stephen Miller, a longtime adviser to President-elect Donald J. Trump, is expected to assume a central role in policy planning for the incoming...

11.11.2024 5

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More Sharpies, fewer customizations: How Starbucks aims to reclaim its identity

In early September, just days after Brian Niccol had stepped into his role as the new chief executive officer at Starbucks, he published an open...

11.11.2024 5

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Firefighters across U.S. battle blazes from coast to coast as flames claim lives and homes

Fire crews on both coasts of the United States continued to battle wildfires this weekend, with flames claiming lives and property from New Jersey to...

11.11.2024 7

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House control in sight for Republicans, paving way for Trump’s agenda

Republicans moved closer this weekend to securing control of the U.S. House of Representatives, a potential advantage for President-elect Donald Trump...

11.11.2024 10

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“Predatory pricing”: Lawmakers call upon the FTC to investigate Albertsons, other major supermarkets

Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass, and Rep. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., are calling upon the Federal Trade Commission and Department of Agriculture to...

07.11.2024 6

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Trump says he loves farmers. His tariff plans suggest otherwise

After last minute polling out of Iowa revealed Donald Trump may not win the deep-red state, the presidential nominee took to his social media...

04.11.2024 6

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Your favorite spatula could kill you

Researchers found cancer-causing flame retardants in a number of everyday household products

01.11.2024 4

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“Hate”: Martha Stewart trashes Netflix’s new “Martha” documentary

Earlier this summer, Netflix began teasing that it had landed a documentary about Martha Stewart which promised to offer a wholly unique look at the...

30.10.2024 4

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How McDonald's became an unlikely icon in American politics

Last Sunday, former president Donald Trump briefly worked at a suburban Pennsylvania McDonald’s, staffing the fry station and drive-thru window,...

29.10.2024 4

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With recalls on the rise, parents grapple with new anxieties around food safety

In the recent months, food recall alerts have started to feel like an increasingly common occurrence. This week, Treehouse Foods Inc., announced it...

29.10.2024 9

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CDC links E. coli outbreak to McDonald’s Quarter Pounders, one dead

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a food safety alert on Tuesday which said an E. coli outbreak linked to ...

23.10.2024 20

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Trump “playing dress-up” at McDonald’s: Stunt highlights his disregard for minimum-wage workers

The former president calls working at McDonald's "beautiful" while undermining workers’ rights

21.10.2024 20

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Big Mac vs. Big Beef: McDonald’s takes on beef powerhouses in legal showdown over meat prices

The journey of a McDonald’s burger patty doesn’t begin in the familiar din of the drive-thru, but on the sprawling expanses of sun-scorched...

17.10.2024 20

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How Native communities are reclaiming their food: Films, books and shows to watch

The fight for Native food sovereignty is more than just a return to traditional diets — it's an act of resistance, resilience and reclamation....

14.10.2024 3

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How to build an emergency food kit as extreme weather becomes the norm

The 2024 hurricane season, which officially began on June 1 and lasts until Nov. 30, is shaping up to be a particularly active one. Forecasters at the...

10.10.2024 6

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As Kroger-Albertsons merger faces FTC scrutiny, state lawsuits add further hurdles

In August, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) made a motion for a preliminary injunction against the proposed $24.6 billion merger of Kroger and...

07.10.2024 10

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Good cheese is seasonal

While standing in the dazzling fluorescence of the modern supermarket, one can spot an astounding array of culinary wonders: plump strawberries...

03.10.2024 9

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Fighting hunger in a growing crisis: How City Harvest is responding to New York City’s rising needs

As the cost of living in New York City continues to rise, so too does the demand for food assistance, with food pantry visits reaching unprecedented...

29.09.2024 8

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Helene ravages 5 states, leaves at least 50 dead and millions without power

Helene made landfall Thursday night in Florida’s Big Bend region as a record-breaking Category 4 hurricane. It hit the state with 140 mph winds and...

28.09.2024 10

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N.C. gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson hospitalized with second-degree burns

North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson was hospitalized on Friday night “following an incident at a campaign event” at the Mayberry Truck Show and...

28.09.2024 10

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WIC at 50: A nutrition lifeline looks to expand reach and modernize services

For 50 years, the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) has been a vital pillar of public health in the United...

26.09.2024 4

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It's election season — and there's never been a better time for "The Great British Bake Off"

As the world spins on the axis of political tension and uncertainty, a quaint tent in the English countryside prepares to reopen its flaps to a...

20.09.2024 20

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Tupperware’s pop culture legacy will outlive its parties

Everyone knows that a good party can’t last forever, and such is the case for Tupperware, the iconic food storage brand, whose leadership announced...

19.09.2024 8

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“Casa Bonita Mi Amor!” and the fight to preserve America’s most unlikely restaurants

Casa Bonita, the legendary Denver restaurant and entertainment complex, is perhaps one of America’s most surreal dining experiences. Its pink adobe...

16.09.2024 30

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"A broken promise to Indian Country": Tribal leaders call on USDA to address major food shortages

Earlier this year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture made a seemingly straightforward logistical shift to the Food Distribution Program on Indian...

12.09.2024 3

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“Do you believe Americans can afford higher prices?": Trump's food tariffs criticized in debate

The word "food" was mentioned only twice in Tuesday’s presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump....

11.09.2024 10

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"Cooking for Kamala": How the Harris-Walz campaign is winning over America’s chefs

When chef Meherwan Irani, a James Beard Award winner, envisions a White House led by Kamala Harris, he imagines something as distinct as the aroma of...

09.09.2024 5

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Advocates Urge Action as US Food Insecurity Reaches Its Highest Levels in Years

A new USDA report reveals that about 13.5 percent of US households struggled to access enough food in 2023.

05.09.2024 3

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"Hunger in America is getting worse, not better" according to an explosive new USDA report

As Americans all across the country report feeling increasingly pressed by inflated food prices, an explosive new report from the U.S. Department of...

05.09.2024 6

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Unions rally, corporations worry: How Kamala Harris’ campaign has divided the grocery industry

In the whirlwind first few weeks of Kamala Harris' presidential campaign, there's been no shortage of headline-grabbing moments — from coconut memes...

31.08.2024 8

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Kamala Harris reveals Biden’s endorsement came over pancakes and bacon

In the Harris-Walz campaign, food has emerged as an unexpectedly resonant theme. Vice President Kamala Harris has showcased her culinary skills...

30.08.2024 9

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Carla Hall, José Andrés, Tom Collicchio and other big-name chefs will be “Cooking for Kamala”

In her YouTube series “Cooking with Kamala,” Vice President Kamala Harris appeared in the kitchen where she cooked alongside celebrities and...

28.08.2024 4

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Higher prices, lower turnover, more workers: The reality of California's $20 fast-food minimum wage

When California governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 1228 — legislation which raised the state hourly minimum wage for fast-food employees from $15.50 to...

27.08.2024 20

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Target’s $24 billion food and beverage business is only going to get bigger

Target’s food and beverage sales have increased nearly $9 billion over the past four years to become a $24 billion business — and according to...

26.08.2024 6

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"Proving them wrong": After raising minimum wage, California has more fast-food jobs than ever

Last year, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed the state’s fast-food minimum wage increase into law, which meant that employees at fast-food...

26.08.2024 7

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Dolly Parton gets in on the PSL craze with new pumpkin spice cookies

As August comes to a close, pumpkin spice season is officially in full swing. Starbucks brought back their signature PSL for its 21st year this...

23.08.2024 10

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