Japanese company selling in-flight meals in stores amid declining sales due to COVID-19 pandemic
One Japanese catering company is taking its popular bento boxes typically offered during in-flight meals and selling them at department stores and markets due to a decline in sales.
Del Valle nonprofit distributes meals, water to over 10K residents
The Del Valle Community Coalition says it partnered with Tesla, Inc. to distribute 2,250 boxes of food and 4,000 cases of water over eight days.
Starbucks adding Oatly oat milk to national menu, debuting new non-dairy drinks
Oat milk will become the coffee chain’s fourth non-dairy option at nationwide locations, alongside soy milk, almond milk and coconut milk.
Reese's announces chocolate-free peanut butter cup
The Hershey Company recently announced a new addition to the Reese’s line-up that’s very peanut-buttery.
Chick-fil-A experiences US credit card system outage
Chick-fil-A was unable to process any credit or debit card transactions during outage.
'COVID bandit' strikes again: Customer gives $200 to each worker at Colorado diner
A person using the alias “COVID bandit” handed all 34 employees $200, spending a total of $6,400.
City of Austin to distribute free water at 10 sites across city
Monday's distribution starts at 9 a.m. and will remain open until 5 p.m. or while supplies last.
4 councilmembers call on city manager for citywide food distribution
Four Austin City Councilmembers have co-signed a letter to the City Manager asking for a citywide food distribution operation.
Boil water advisory lifted for City of San Marcos water customers
Lab results returned Sunday confirmed no contamination had occurred, says the city.
Thousands of water bottles flown from Fort Worth to Austin
28,000 bottles of drinking water touched down at Austin-Bergstrom Friday night to be distributed at sites around Austin.
H-E-B, Austin restaurants work to get water, food to those in need
H-E-B says they will be restocking all Austin locations and the Texas Restaurant Association is helping hospitals with meals.
LIST: Where to get free water, hot meals in Austin if you need help
City officials, local businesses, and other organizations are providing water, hot meals, and support for people seeking help.
Winter storm food safety: What to keep and toss during power outages
Food demand is soaring in Texas amid a deadly winter storm that's left 500,000 without power, unable to eat what they may have had in the fridge for safety's sake. In the event of such an emergency, what can you keep and what should you toss?
Austin breweries help supply water while city waits for shipments
After Austin Water customers found their faucets running dry, Meanwhile Brewing decided sharing their supply was the right thing to do.
Nestle debuting first vegan KitKat bar this year
KitKat V, Nestle's new plant-based alternative, is certified vegan and made from 100% sustainable cocoa.
Krispy Kreme to offer 'Mars Doughnut' in honor of Perseverance Rover landing
The "Mars Doughnut" will be available for one day only on Feb. 18, at participating Krispy Kreme locations.
Buffets back open in Ohio despite pandemic safety concerns
The buffet is back open at restaurants and bars throughout Ohio, but with cautionary self-service measures to curb the spread of the coronavirus.
Valentine's Day deals to savor at restaurants, fast food chains
Restaurants and fast-food chains across the country are catering to food lovers this Valentine’s Day with sweet deals bound to attract appetites everywhere.
Central Texas Food Bank cancels distribution due to winter weather
All distributions planned for today and this weekend have been canceled due to the bad weather and hazardous driving conditions.
McDonald’s is bringing back fan-favorite Hi-C Orange Lavaburst this summer following customer outcry
Back by popular demand, Hi-C Orange Lavaburst will soon be available at select McDonald’s locations across the country.