Booze sales surge during coronavirus outbreak
U.S. sales of alcoholic beverages rose 55% in the week ending March 21
You can make an authentic Shake Shack burger at home with a meal kit
Home chefs can get their fix of Shake Shack.
Guy Fieri helps launch relief fund to aid restaurant workers financially impacted by COVID-19
The fiery food personality teamed up with the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) on the initiative.
California restaurants say 30% to close permanently without state aid due to coronavirus
As many as 30,000 California restaurants could close permanently because of coronavirus restrictions that have shuttered dining rooms and led to widespread layoffs, the industry warned Friday, while urging the state to delay tax payments and planned minimum-wage increases to help the ailing businesses.
Taco Bell giving away free 'Doritos Locos' tacos to promote COVID-19 safety across America
On Tuesday, March 31 Taco Bell will be giving a free 'Doritos Locos Taco" to everyone in America.
NJ pizzeria borrows to keep workers on job, spurs donations
Federico's Pizza in Belmar, New Jersey took out a $50,000 loan to ensure its workers have a job for at least the next two months, spurring a surge of pay-it-forward donations as they help keep people and essential workers fed.
See's Candies suspending production due to coronavirus threat
The South San Francisco-based company posted a message on its website, saying it is not taking any orders and temporarily shutting down, on the guidance of health authorities.
Businesses make food donations during coronavirus outbreak
Businesses from across our region, struggling to stay afloat, are still finding time to help their communities.
Virus changes menus, operations as restaurants struggle to adapt
In the battle to keep their New York City restaurant going despite sharp restrictions during the coronavirus outbreak, the owners of Il Posto Accanto are relying on something Beatrice Tosci would have considered sacrilege in normal times.
Texas Roadhouse CEO gives up salary, bonus to pay front-line workers during coronavirus outbreak
The generous move comes as many restaurants and food service workers are struggling to make ends meet during the coronavirus outbreak.
Cheesecake Factory claims it can't pay April rent because of coronavirus pandemic
Cheesecake Factory said that they have suffered a severe decrease in restaurant traffic," which has caused a "tremendous financial blow" amid the COVID-19 outbreak.
Krispy Kreme will be offering free doughnuts on Mondays to health care workers
The free dozens will be available starting March 30.
Miller Lite to donate $1M to unemployed bartenders amid coronavirus outbreak
“Taps are off. But tips are needed,” reads the text in a video the company tweeted. “Click to donate to the millions out of work. We’ll start with $1,000,000.”
Chef Floyd Cardoz dies of coronavirus complications
Chef Floyd Cardoz, a critically praised chef and TV celebrity, died of complications from the coronavirus. He was 59.
Restaurant including toilet paper roll with every takeout order
A suburban Chicago restaurant is offering a unique perk with every to-go order in the midst of the coronavirus outbreak: a roll of toilet paper.
Virus brings worry, waiting at NYC's most famous eateries
Some of New York City's most iconic eateries have been through a lot, but this pandemic, and the steps New York and other places are taking to fight it is like nothing they've ever seen.
Quarantinis anyone? Happy hours go virtual amid coronavirus crisis
With bars shuttered and stressed-out workers stuck at home, companies and friend groups across the U.S. are holding happy hours over video chat.
New York's liquor stores are 'essential businesses,' remain open
The governor wants you to stay home. Only essential stores and businesses will be open. But not to worry: you'll be able to get that bottle to red, bottle of white to help you get through this.
Economic hardships settle in for laid off New Yorkers
Food, tourism, entertainment and hospitality are industries that are being especially hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic.
Chefs start ‘Million Gallon Challenge’ to help those impacted by coronavirus in Westchester County
A coalition of chefs and restaurateurs are working together to feed people in need as the coronavirus outbreak continues in Westchester County.