McDonald’s Happy Meals could get pricier in 2021

Following the elimination of a decades-old subsidy to cover the cost of Happy Meal toys, McDonald’s franchisees could potentially raise the price of the Happy Meal.

College Park community rallies together to support Cornerstone Grill & Loft

Restrictions, declining revenue and increased debt — it’s a recipe for disaster for many restaurants who are still trying to navigate the pandemic’s impact.

DoorDash delivers 86% gain in stock market debut

What’s not yet clear is whether DoorDash can keep the momentum going even if delivery demand eases in a post-pandemic world.

10,000 restaurants closed over last 3 months, report says

While the COVID-19 pandemic has already forced more than 110,000 restaurants out of business this year, a new report from the National Restaurant Association suggests time is running out for thousands more.

Montgomery County approves $1.25M to winterize streeteries

The Montgomery County Council on Tuesday unanimously passed a special appropriation that will provide over a million dollars to winterize the county’s streeteries as business owners fear more trouble moving into the winter months with tightening pandemic restrictions in place.

'Totally different atmosphere:' Grocery store employees speak out as virus cases spike

It’s a tough job and grocery store workers are feeling it now more than ever with crowded stores, holiday stress, and coronavirus cases spiking. On top of that, some workers say customers have done a 180 since the pandemic began.

Bar applies to become church in owner's scheme to skirt UK's pandemic lockdown restrictions

Since the U.K. permits places of worship to remain open amid the pandemic, James Aspell hopes to turn 400 Rabbits Tequila and Mezcal Cocktail Bar into “The Church of The Four Hundred Rabbits.”

DoorDash to look for a valuation of nearly $30B

DoorDash is looking for a valuation of nearly $30 billion when it takes itself public, reflecting how integral food delivery has become in millions of people’s lives during the pandemic.

Leaders across DC region working to address outdoor dining structures

Outdoor dining structures have been popping up at restaurants all over the DC region and they’re complicating how area governments regulate dining space to lower the risk of transmission of COVID-19.

More families buying smaller turkeys, paring down Thanksgiving dinner

More and more people are opting to buy smaller turkeys this year as the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has the CDC and health experts discouraging travel and large family gatherings.

US medical associations urge 'scaled-back' Thanksgiving in open letter to Americans

U.S. doctors, nurses and hospital officials have collectively penned an open letter to the American people, urging that any holiday gatherings are “scaled-back” amid the coronavirus surge.

Wash your hands this Thanksgiving, but not your turkey, USDA says

The United States Department of Agriculture says you should not be washing your turkey, or any meats for that matter.

Oreo to release gluten-free cookie in 2021

Oreo has announced it will be releasing a gluten-free version in January 2021.

Thanksgiving Day plans in limbo for many families amid pandemic

Thanksgiving Day plans remain in limbo for many families as people continue to navigate how to celebrate the holiday amid restrictions on indoor and outdoor gatherings and rising coronavirus case numbers.

Third annual DMV Black Restaurant Week underway

DMV Black Restaurant Week has begun – and through Sunday you’ll be able to take advantage of some great deals for a great cause.