Paralyzed former Rutgers athlete expands bourbon brand into NY, donates $5.20 of every sale to research

Former Rutgers University defensive tackle Eric LeGrand is expanding his bourbon brand from New Jersey and Kentucky into New York and is donating proceeds from cases of liquor sold to find a cure for paralysis.

Planters nuts recalled after discovery of potentially fatal contamination

Minnesota-based Hormel Foods Sales, LLC issued a recall for two Planters products produced at one of its facilities and distributed to five states in the southeast portion of the U.S., because they could cause fatal infections.

US pickle shortage tied to extreme weather in Mexico

The U.S. imports over a million tons of fresh cucumbers a year. Mexico is the second largest exporter of cucumbers in the world.

Walmart ground beef recalled after possible E. coli contamination

Cargill Meat Solutions is recalling thousands of beef products shipped to Walmart locations nationwide. The meat items were produced on April 26-27.

New Krispy Kreme rewards program kicks off with free donuts for two weeks

Krispy Kreme is launching its most generous rewards program to date, providing a free dozen glazed donuts to both new and existing members, with special deals including free coffee and donuts running through May 11.

Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta | May 3-5, 2024

The Shaky Knees Festival is happening in downtown Atlanta, the Latino Family Festival & Light Show is opening at Stone Mountain Park, and the Atlanta Wine & Jazz Festival is taking over Piedmont Park.

Here’s how many different grocery stores Americans visit per week, and what they buy

How many different grocery stores do Americans visit for their weekly haul? A recent consumer survey found the answer, as well as how much they spend, what they buy, and more.

Walnuts recalled amid E. coli outbreak in multiple states, CDC says

An E. coli outbreak connected to organic walnuts has prompted a warning from the CDC, as well as a recall. The walnuts were sold at retailers in at least 19 states.

USDA testing ground beef in states with bird flu outbreaks in dairy cows

The USDA is testing ground beef sold at retailers located in U.S. states with bird flu outbreaks in dairy cattle. But the agency said it’s “confident that the meat supply is safe.”

This Disney restaurant just received the company's first MICHELIN Star award

On Thursday, Walt Disney World Resort announced that its Victoria & Albert's restaurant was awarded a MICHELIN Star for outstanding cooking.

Morningside-Lenox Park restaurant launches brunch service

Verdure Kitchen and Cocktails recently launched its weekend Jardin Brunch, offered from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on both Saturdays and Sundays.

Oregon's 'The Sports Bra' bar goes nationwide, expanding women's sports viewing

An Oregon bar, "The Sports Bra," which exclusively airs women's sports, plans to expand nationwide via a franchise model just two years after its inception.

Leading vegan restaurant now serving meat, says plant-based eating isn't enough to save planet

An L.A. vegan restaurant is changing its menu to include “regenerative" farming products, such as meat, dairy and eggs. “I realized that animal integration is crucial," the owner said.

Atlanta restaurants rally to save nonprofit aiding young cancer patients

When some Atlanta Midtown restaurants found out a nearby nonprofit which helps kids with cancer might close their doors, they immediately worked to raise money to keep them going.

How 'endless shrimp' may have ended Red Lobster

Red Lobster faces potential bankruptcy after its "Ultimate Endless Shrimp" promotion, designed to boost customer traffic with its low price point, led to substantial financial losses and failed to improve the company's bottom line.