NYC restaurants slammed by skyrocketing power bills

Some restaurants owners say that their electric bills have skyrocketed by as much as 300% without any warning.

Charles Pan-Fried Chicken makes a comeback with Upper West Side location

Three decades ago, Chef Charles Gabriel first set up a table on a Harlem sidewalk to sell his made-with-love fried chicken. He eventually transitioned to a food truck and then a Harlem storefront before the pandemic temporarily put his dreams on hold. Now he and his fried chicken are back.

While NYC restaurants struggle, some good news from suburbs

Reservations at Manhattan restaurants were down more than 60% in January 2022 compared to January 2020 but some restaurants in New Jersey and Long Island are actually seeing an uptick in business, thanks to looser pandemic rules.

US suspension of avocado imports part of conspiracy, Mexican president says

The president put forward the conspiracy theory after the U.S. suspended imports of Mexican avocados on the eve of the Super Bowl following a threat against a U.S. plant safety inspector in Mexico.

US suspends avocado imports from Mexico

The suspension of avocado imports from Mexico has to do with a threat a safety inspector in Mexico received, as avocado exports are becoming the latest victim of the drug cartel turf battles.

Your Super Bowl Sunday chicken wings will cost an arm and a leg

Industry experts say the coveted Super Bowl fare should be available, but customers should be ready to pony up more

Arizona restaurant forced to close after almost all of its staff members were poached by another restaurant

A Phoenix restaurant owner is criticizing what he calls a "dirty move," after another restaurant managed to poach almost all staff members, prompting the restaurant to close its doors since Thanksgiving.

McDonald's Shamrock Shake to return

McDonald's has announced the return date of its iconic Shamrock Shake, which stays on the menu for a limited time every year at participating restaurants.

Panera Bread offers chance to win baguette-cut diamond ring, unlimited coffee for a year

According to Panera, guests will have the opportunity to enter for a chance to be one of 22 winners to score a year of free unlimited caffeine in addition to a baguette-cut diamond ring.

Chipotle plans to add more locations in small towns

The fast-casual chain says some small-town locations are doing better than traditional Chipotle restaurants in larger cities.

NYC outdoor dining could become permanent

Outdoor dining may soon become a permanent fixture of New York City’s dining scene. The City Council is holding a public hearing to review proposed legislation that seeks to implement an outdoor dining licensing process.

Chick-fil-A Valentine’s Day trays return this year

Chick-fil-A’s Valentine’s Day trays return this year, with both sweet and savory options sure to warm your loved one’s heart.

Instacart reveals list of top-scoring Super Bowl snacks for game day

Since food plays a major role in the fun during the big game, Instacart has revealed America’s top-scoring game day snacks.

Vegan Fridays at NYC Public Schools

How does a vegan veggie taco sound for lunch? On Friday, students at the largest school district in the United States will have vegan options for foods.

Golden Corral brawl caught on video investigated

A wild brawl broke out inside a suburban Philadelphia restaurant over an apparent beef over steak and now police are investigating the incident.

Robots making cocktails, coffee, even food at Beijing Olympics

Robots are mixing drinks, preparing food, brewing coffee, creating souvenirs, mopping floors, and more at the Beijing WInter Olympics in China.