Sunday, October 4, 202617 stories
Cyclospora outbreak, Noma's foraging doctrine
Today's food news is split between a serious public health story and a philosophical deep dive. The FDA closed the books on a massive Cyclospora outbreak linked to Mexican lettuce, while a detailed piece examines how René Redzepi turned foraging into a rigid doctrine at Noma. A few closures and investigations round out the day.
Wednesday, September 30, 202618 stories
Costco changes food court, Wahlburgers closes
Chain restaurant news dominated today, with Costco confirming a major food court shakeup and Wahlburgers closing its original Hingham location. On the lighter side, candy corn is now a fragrance and pumpkin dump cake is trying to steal pie's thunder.
Friday, September 18, 202616 stories
Uber Eats adds Costco, chains test trends
A quiet day in food news, with a few practical developments and the usual restaurant drama. The biggest shift is a delivery expansion that changes how people shop for bulk groceries, while fast food chains quietly test eyebrow-raising menu items.
Wednesday, September 16, 202620 stories
Recalls and regulation dominate food news
Today's food news is split between safety scares and regulatory moves. Two recalls grab attention, one for foreign objects and one for norovirus, while the EU proposes clearer rules for frozen meat. It's a day for checking your freezer and your supply chain.
Monday, September 14, 202620 stories
Pumpkin spice bars and food innovation challenges
Today's food news splits between seasonal launches and deeper industry questions. Trubar's pumpkin spice protein bar leans into the autumn flavor trend, while a FoodNavigator piece argues that adoption, not invention, is Asia's real hurdle. A few recipe roundups round out the day.
Sunday, September 13, 202617 stories
India's food safety crackdown escalates
India is turning up the heat on food safety, shutting down restaurants and pushing warning labels. The crackdown stands out today alongside a multi-state salmonella outbreak from broccoli sprouts and a deep dive into what makes supermarket cheddar worth buying. The through-line is trust: where does your food come from, and who's checking?
Friday, September 11, 202615 stories
Tiramisu mania and mole's real story
Today's food coverage splits between two poles: the runaway cultural trend of tiramisu, and a deeper reckoning with culinary origin stories. One is about what we crave; the other is about whose labor we credit.
Sunday, September 6, 202620 stories
A Day of Food Tech
Today's food world is split between high-tech novelty and home-cooking hacks. A robot barista in Shanghai and a booming burger market in Budapest show the industry's push for efficiency, while the rest of the day is about simple pleasures: soy sauce in brownies, frozen sides, and perfect fries.
Saturday, September 5, 202619 stories
Global food prices hit highest since 2022
Today's food news is split between the macro and the micro. The UN reports grain prices are climbing again due to Black Sea instability, while at home we're parsing a fake-label scandal from India and a new Babybel that's getting roasted for pandering to the protein craze. Also, a 200-year history of 'health food' lands, which puts some of this in perspective.
Tuesday, September 1, 202620 stories
Breadfruit's long journey and Domino's reverse promo
Today's food stories span centuries and continents, from the colonial-era spread of breadfruit to a fast-food chain paying you to eat at a competitor first. The through-line is movement: how food travels, how it's marketed, and how it changes hands.
Thursday, August 13, 202619 stories
Lettuce prices crash as cyclospora scares consumers
Today's food news is a mixed bag: a historic lettuce price crash tied to a cyclospora outbreak, a drought hammering Europe's livestock sector, and a quiet lobbying surge from the EWG. It's a day where the big stories are about what happens before food hits the plate, not the recipes themselves.
Wednesday, July 29, 202619 stories
Organic eggs' climate cost, KFC auction
Today's food news is a mix of the surprising and the nostalgic. A new study drops a bomb on the eco-credentials of organic eggs, while Colonel Sanders' personal effects go under the hammer, offering a tangible link to fast food history.
Friday, July 24, 202620 stories
Cyclospora outbreak and egg recall lead food safety news
Today's food news is dominated by two major safety events: the largest US Cyclospora outbreak on record, linked to lettuce, and a massive egg recall over Salmonella. Meanwhile, a new study projects how sustainable diets could reshape agriculture, and Carrefour posts strong sales.
Sunday, July 19, 202620 stories
Courgettes, coffee, and regional chains
Today's food coverage is a quiet summer day: recipes for using up courgettes, a deep dive on coffee markets, and a love letter to regional restaurant chains. The through-line is practicality, what to cook, where to eat, and how the global coffee trade is shaking out.
Saturday, July 18, 202617 stories
Taylor Farms recall deepens cyclospora crisis
The cyclospora outbreak tied to Taco Bell is widening fast. Taylor Farms has recalled iceberg lettuce in 27 states, and Taco Bell posted a bizarre Notes app apology begging customers to return. Meanwhile, a separate E. coli outbreak also links back to Taylor Farms onions at McDonald's, putting the supplier at the center of two food safety crises.
Friday, July 17, 202620 stories
Cyclospora outbreak puts Taco Bell in spotlight
The cyclospora outbreak linked to Taco Bell is the biggest food-safety story today, with Forbes revealing the company's own SEC filing flagged the risk. Meanwhile, the James Beard Awards might leave Chicago, and a new federal bill threatens state food safety laws.
Thursday, July 16, 202620 stories
Uber's Delivery Hero deal reshapes food delivery
The big story today is Uber's $15 billion acquisition of Delivery Hero, a consolidation play that makes it one of the largest food delivery firms outside China. Meanwhile, the U.S. grocery slowdown deepens, and a Seoul studio uses food to design relationships.
Monday, June 29, 20265 stories
Salmonella outbreaks hit supplements and fruit
Two separate Salmonella scares dominate the food safety landscape today. A moringa supplement outbreak has ballooned to 119 cases across 36 states, while UK supermarkets recall multiple fruits. Meanwhile, a giant wheat-field artwork will become bread, and London's mayor pushes outdoor dining through opposition.
Sunday, June 28, 20266 stories
Functional drinks boom, tuna fatbergs, Trader Joe's magic
Today's food news is a mixed bag: the functional beverage market hits $160 billion as brands push protein coffee and CBD soda, while UK households get a stern warning about draining tuna cans. Trader Joe's bafflingly successful anti-strategy gets a deep dive, and there are recipes for Thai papaya salad, baked zucchini, and even a carnivorous plant dish from Borneo.
Friday, June 26, 20263 stories
The Bear's final season dominates food news
Today's food coverage is almost entirely about the final season of 'The Bear'. The series ends with a fifth season that mirrors its chaotic start, while a side piece digs into the guest stars. A recipe for authentic Greek salad offers a quiet counterpoint.
Monday, June 22, 20265 stories
Food safety net unravels as solar fridges help farmers
Today's food news splits between policy and innovation. The biggest story is the quiet dismantling of America's food safety net under Trump's proposed cuts to SNAP, which would hit children, elderly, and disabled hardest. Meanwhile, solar-powered refrigeration is boosting incomes for small farmers in Kenya, and organic farming is gaining ground there too.
Sunday, June 21, 20266 stories
Europe's food security and China's diet shift
Today's food news spans from systemic resilience to personal kitchen experiments. A webinar on European food system security underscores growing concerns about fraud and cyber threats, while a piece on Chinese middle-class diets shows a cultural shift toward cleaner, foreign-influenced eating. Meanwhile, a Scottish dairy's growth and a Danish coffee tax debate round out a day of contrasts.
Saturday, June 20, 202616 stories
Big meat's greenwashing problem deepens
Today's food news takes a sharp turn from the usual. A major analysis finds nearly all big meat and dairy companies are greenwashing, echoing Big Oil's playbook. Meanwhile, Japan's food culture offers a stark contrast, and a new movie skewers food-influencer culture.
