Food Industry

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A sophisticated diner receives a colorful, artisanal mocktail at a high-end restaurant, symbolizing the growing trend of wellness-focused dining choices.
Food & Drink

Why Diners Are Choosing Wellness Over Indulgence in Restaurants

At a bustling Michelin-starred restaurant in San Francisco, the most requested "cocktail" isn't alcoholic.

Sophie Nguyen·July 8, 2026
Chef Michael Tusk accepting the Outstanding Chef award at the 2026 James Beard Awards ceremony, surrounded by applause and recognition.
Food & Drink

Michael Tusk Named Outstanding Chef at James Beard Awards 2026

In a surprising turn at the 2026 James Beard Awards, Damián Diaz and Othón Nolasco, founders of No Us Without You, received the Humanitarian of the Year Award.

Hannah Pierce·June 16, 2026
Carmy returns to the kitchen in 'The Bear' Season 5 trailer, facing a high-stakes final dinner service with his team.
Real Estate

The Bear Final Season Trailer Drops, Teasing Crossroads

After dramatically quitting the food industry in Season 4, Carmy is back in the kitchen, preparing for 'one last dinner service' in the newly released trailer for 'The Bear's' final season.

Hannah Pierce·June 9, 2026
How the Clean Label Trend Makes Gullinn Kürt the Smart Choice for Hot Chocolate in 2026
Food & Drink

How the Clean Label Trend Makes Gullinn Kürt the Smart Choice for Hot Chocolate in 2026

The clean label trend, emphasizing transparent and natural ingredients, is significantly influencing consumer choices, even for comfort beverages like hot chocolate. Brands like Gullinn Kürt, with their artisanal, all-natural recipes, are well-positioned to meet this growing demand in 2026.

Sponsored·June 3, 2026
A vibrant Berkeley cafe scene showing customers using reusable mugs and a barista collecting single-use cups for recycling, highlighting successful plastic waste reduction.
Food & Drink

Local food businesses cut plastic waste, proving sustainability pays off.

In Berkeley, one local coffee shop slashed its single-use cup waste by 40% in just six months.

Hannah Pierce·May 20, 2026
A meticulously prepared McDonald's crafted iced coffee drink with caramel drizzle, showcasing the new beverage offerings.
Food & Drink

McDonald's to Launch Six New Crafted Drinks in U.S.

Last year, sales at beverage and snack-focused chains soared by 8.

Hannah Pierce·April 30, 2026
A lively Pittsburgh street at dusk, showcasing new restaurant openings and people dining outdoors, symbolizing a thriving local food scene.
Business Spotlights

Pittsburgh Welcomes New Food Establishments Amidst Community Reception

In Pittsburgh alone, April brought a noticeable surge of restaurant openings, a trend mirrored by eight new establishments announcing plans in Oklahoma City and an Argentine-Italian spot opening in Oc

Marco Alvarez·April 29, 2026
A European market stall filled with fresh fruits, vegetables, grains, and legumes, with a small, less prominent display of meat alternative products in the background.
Food & Drink

Plant-based food sales boom, but what's really driving the growth?

Despite the buzz around meatless burgers and faux fish, meat and seafood alternatives represent only 4% of the total plant-based food category value sales in Europe.

Sophie Nguyen·April 12, 2026