Ferndale meadery wins Exporter Rising Star Award from state
Schramm's Mead in Ferndale won the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development's 2021 Exporter Rising Star Award.
Taco Bell launches 30-day taco subscription, but only in these locations
Taco Bell is testing a monthly subscription service called the "Taco Lover’s Pass," which gives subscribers one taco a day for 30 days.
Detroit memorial planned for Mudgie's owner Greg Mudge
A memorial will be held Sept. 19 for Greg Mudge, the owner of Mudgie's Deli in Detroit.
Subway employee claims she was suspended after video of her fighting off armed robber went viral
A Subway restaurant employee says she fought off an armed robber in her store, which was captured on security cameras. But after video of the incident went viral online, the worker said she was suspended from her job -- and was told she wouldn't be allowed back until every single video was removed online. "I have no ability to do that," she said.
Taco Bell wants customers to return used sauce packets for recycling
Taco Bell wants you to help eliminate waste by sending your used sauce packets to be recycled.
Metro Detroit woman transforms old horse trailer into mobile bar for parties
A Flat Rock woman who was out of work during the COVID-19 pandemic decided to buy a horse trailer and transform it into a mobile bar.
Shoppers put healthy items in carts to avoid judgment, survey says
40 percent of shoppers say they are only putting healthy items in their carts to avoid being judged at the checkout line.
9 Michigan breweries win medals from 2021 US Open Beer Championship
Nine Michigan breweries won medals from the 2021 U.S. Open Beer Championship.
Maryland brewery sues North Carolina regulators after one of its beer labels was deemed inappropriate
Beer drinkers may remember when a federal appeals court ruled in favor of the same brewery after Michigan banned the sale of a beer that was "detrimental to the health, safety, or welfare of the general public."
A guide to the 2021 Arts, Beats, and Eats festival in Royal Oak
The annual Labor Day Weekend event, Arts, Beats, and Eats, returns to Royal Oak at full capacity this year.
Holland pizzeria's food license restored after owner flouted COVID-19 restrictions and was jailed
Marlena Pavlos-Hackney plans to reopen her restaurant in a few weeks. She became the face of defiance over enforcement of pandemic-related restrictions.
Fried chicken joint Dave's Hot Chicken opening Dearborn location
Dave's Hot Chicken is opening in Dearborn.
Dutch Girl Donuts in Detroit closes due to staffing shortages
Another victim of pandemic-induced labor trends that have hurt local businesses across the country, the Woodward Avenue-based donut shop wrote online it was issuing a temporary pause in operations.
Michigan hard cidermakers win nearly 200 medals at Great Lakes International Cider & Perry Competition
More than 30 Michigan hard cidermakers won awards at the 2021 Great Lakes International Cider & Perry Competition.
Fall beer time -- New Holland's seasonal pumpkin brew Ichabod is back
New Holland Brewing Co.'s seasonal release, Ichabod, is back. The fall beer is brewed with real pumpkin, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
Barcade Detroit features 60+ classic arcade games, 24 craft beers on tap in Midtown
Detroit's newest arcade, Barcade, includes classic video games, craft beer, and food in Midtown.
Krispy Kreme sweetens deal by offering another free doughnut to vaccinated customers
Krispy Kreme announced the “Show Your Heart” promotion Wednesday, which will allow customers who show a valid COVID-19 vaccine card can receive an original glazed doughnut, as well as a heart-shaped treat.
Chipotle testing plant-based chorizo at select locations
Chipotle locations in Denver and Indianapolis will test out the plant-based meat.
Hostess recalls hotdog, hamburger buns over listeria and salmonella concerns
Affected Hostess products were sold to distributors, convenience stores, retail stores.
Girl Scouts adding brownie-inspired Adventurefuls cookie to 2022 lineup
The Girl Scouts announced a new brownie-inspired Adventurefuls cookie for its 2022 season with caramel-flavored crème and a hint of sea salt.