All The Bite
Pittsburgh restaurant goes 'tip-less': A model for the US industry?A Pittsburgh restaurant plans to ban tips and pay its employees a base salary of $35,000. Will other restaurants follow suit?
Britain in crisis as Cadbury changes Creme Egg recipeCadbury's iconic Creme Eggs are no longer made with the company's Dairy Milk chocolate, admitted the US owner of the popular British confectioner.
Inside the (possibly) $1 billion Shake Shack IPOShake Shack is aiming for a $1 billion valuation for its IPO, which the burger restaurant filed last week. Here's a look at what the Shake Shack IPO offers potential investors.
The best and worst burgers of 20142014 has been a great year for burger lovers, and 2015 promises to be even better. Here are some of the past year’s high- and low-lights in the burger world.
Why gender inequality and food security go hand-in-handAddressing gender inequality in farming sector of developing countries could increase global food security, Paul writes. Women are more likely to adopt new techniques in farming practices to enhance household nutrition.
Reindeer herders of northern Europe confront climate changeThe Sámi people make their living on reindeer herding and fishing in northern Europe. Unfortunately, the environment that the Sámi depend on, and thus the Sámi culture, is being threatened by climate change and land rights issues. But they've had some success fighting back.
Panera's new animal welfare goals reduce confinement, antibioticsPanera Bread will reduce use of antibiotics and confinement for farm animals in its United States supply chain for Panera Bread and St. Louis Bread Company bakery-cafes, according to its new animal welfare standards.
Why McDonald's in Japan is only serving small friesA labor dispute at U.S. West Coast ports has doubled the amount of time it takes for french fries and other goods to reach Japan. The result is a french fries shortage in Japan.
Crop diversity and the future of foodGenetic preservationists are vital to the sustainability of our future food production, Metcalfe writes. With predictions that the demand for food will increase by 60 percent during the next three decades, the need for conserving diversity in both crops and animals is critical.
Eighteen books to give food loversThese books help eaters find the most nutritious and delicious produce at the supermarket, provide recipes that are good for teen chefs, educate readers about the importance of saving indigenous seeds, and provide home cooks the inspiration they need to start canning and preserving.
Cheerios with quinoa coming in January. Can it save cereal?General Mills will start selling 'Cheerios + Ancient Grains' a new variety containing small amounts of quinoa, Kamut wheat, and spelt. The new Cheerios cereal comes as the popularity of grains like quinoa are on the rise. Cereal? Not so much.
McDonald's tries out customizable burger menus as sales slideMcDonald’s is extending its 'Create Your Taste' customization option to chicken as well as beef as it broadens testing to 30 stores in five states. McDonald’s says the US test, now in an handful of California stores, will be taken to stores in Georgia, Illinois, Missouri, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin.
Will Japan run out of rice?Japan’s issues with sustainability, food self-sufficiency, and food security find their perfect metaphor with rice – a staple not only caught up in tradition and national mythology, but in the ever-changing world of global economics.
Five burger trends to watch in 2015Because of higher beef prices, cheeseburgers will be more popular and burger bars will want customers to taste quality. But look out for veggie burgers as more diners will be willing to go meatless.
As workers strike again, the 'Fight for $15' expands its political horizonsFast-food and other low-wage workers walked off the job once again Thursday in support of a $15 per hour minimum wage and access to union rights. Now in its third year, the "fight for $15" has expanded to include more sectors of the industry and more causes, with protests in Ferguson, Mo., and on the steps of the US Supreme Court.
Fifteen burger concepts to watch out for in 2015Burger-menu restaurants continue to be created and once established continue to multiply. Below, we've listed 15 growing brands to watch out for next year. These concepts exemplify the diversity in style that keeps the burger category of the restaurant business innovative and robust.
Cranberries: How do they really grow?Cranberries are one of America's only native fruits still farmed today. But because of the way cranberries are generally eaten, many Americans have no idea how they grow.
Tired of traditional Thanksgiving? Consider the turkey burger.Thanksgiving week is turkey burgers’ equivalent of birthdays: It’s when they get to be the center of attention and appreciated for a few days before they go back to being ignored. Read on for four turkey burgers worth checking out at restaurants around the country.
McDonald's pledges to simplify, localize, and customizeAfter its dire third quarter sales report, McDonald's is embarking on a new initiative to customize and provide more choices to its consumers. The 'Create Your Taste' customization kiosks testing is taking place in Australia and will be in three US markets by the end of next year.
Why a looming world chocolate shortage might be a good thingA global chocolate shortage (and higher prices) looms, according to a Swiss chocolate producer. Why a shortfall in cacao might not be such a bad thing.
