McCormick buys Cholula Hot Sauce for a spicy $800 million

An emphasis on employee vulnerability created an atmosphere of misbehavior, abuse of power, and inappropriate sexual conduct at Bida Manda and Brewery Bhavana, numerous workers allege.

A love letter to Reel M Inn, Portland’s most iconic dive bar 

The people who know the Reel best look back on its long history, how the chicken-slinging bar became so beloved, and how it’s faring through the challenges of a pandemic.

McCormick buys Cholula Hot Sauce for a spicy $800 million

The cash deal adds the Mexico-produced sauce to McCormick’s extensive portfolio, which includes its signature flavorings, French’s mustard, Old Bay, and more.

A green chile barbecue sauce so good, acclaimed pitmaster John Lewis bottled it

For dressing pulled pork sandwiches or breakfast tacos.

How can the Portland restaurant industry show up for Black lives?

Three restaurant veterans engaged in the work of advocating for a better future explain how the industry and allies within it could amplify and support the movement for Black lives.

As restaurants continue to struggle, diner expectations shoot ‘impossibly high’

Pomella owner Mica Tamor says that as the pandemic rages on, diners demand more from her struggling restaurant, not less.

Family of a Publix employee allegedly not allowed to wear mask is suing the chain for his death

Gerardo Gutierrez, a deli worker described as ‘friendly, dedicated and charismatic,’ died in April after contracting the novel coronavirus. 

Why LA County decided to shut down outdoor dining

Health director Barbara Ferrer says it’s because rates are increasing higher than ever in LA County.

How police racism turned a London restaurant into a site of resistance

The story of Frank Crichlow’s Mangrove restaurant is one of racism, police harassment, and Black resistance, recently depicted in Steve McQueen’s BBC film.

From a box of sweet treats and African coffee roasts to hot sauce subscriptions and sake flights, there’s something for everyone on your list.

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