Car bomb explodes near central Baghdad restaurant, killing 3, injuring 16
Car bomb near central Baghdad restaurant kills 3 McDonald’s to add 5 breakfast items to dollar menu in January; move could help draw customers
McDonald’s to roll out breakfast dollar menu McDonald’s swaps red background for green in logo to promote more eco-friendly image in Europe
McDonald’s makes its logo more ‘green’ in Europe Move over Paris, Tokyo is now the world leader in number of Michelin three-star eateries
Tokyo crowned new gourmet capital by Michelin Upscale McDonald’s with modern Danish chairs and free wi-fi brings European style to NYC
Upscale McDonald’s brings European style to NYC Forbes issues first edition of former Mobil Travel Guide awards
Forbes’ 1st edition of former Mobil Travel awards Weather-tested Gulf Coast residents stay put as weakening tropical storm creeps toward land
Gulf Coast residents stay put ahead of Ida Heavy rains, winds blow into US Gulf Coast communities as residents brace for tropical storm
Rains hitting Gulf Coast ahead of tropical storm Health officials, advocates to seek smoking ban in bars and restaurants in Oklahoma
Health officials to seek smoking ban in Oklahoma FDA to ban sale of raw Gulf oysters to fight bacteria; restaurants, harvesters cry foul
FDA to ban sale of raw oysters from Gulf of Mexico McDonald’s closes in Iceland as currency collapse takes a bite out of Big Mac profits
Iceland says goodbye to the Big Mac REYKJAVIK, Iceland — The Big Mac, long a symbol of globalization, has become the latest victim of this tiny island nation’s overexposure to the world financial crisis. In exile, Iraqis step out for a life impossible amid the uncertainty back homeDAMASCUS, Syria — After fleeing their bloodied homeland, where violence and increasing conservatism confine their compatriots’ lives, some Iraqis in exile are taking the opportunity to enjoy living outside the box. Small business are partying, but big events with DJs are out, simple affairs with iPods are inNEW YORK — With Thanksgiving and the start of the holiday season weeks away, many small business owners are planning holiday parties for employees and clients despite the still wobbly economy. But the celebrations are expected to be low-key, frugal and, some say, much more fun. New breed of Home Economics focuses on careers instead of homemakingHOUSTON — In just 40 minutes, Cafe Mirabeau would fill with hungry patrons — and every dish needed to be delectable, every plate a model of perfect presentation. Changes come to landmark New Orleans restaurant: Antoine’s menu not just en francais any moreNEW ORLEANS — There’s an old story in New Orleans about a society matron who heard about a friend’s death. Grief-stricken but practical, the matron immediately wondered if the waiter at Antoine’s whom her friend had relied on for years was up for grabs, or if someone had already claimed him. For US infantry company, leaving Iraq ends mission veiled in ambivalenceBAGHDAD — There are just a few days left before U.S. Army Capt. Nathan Williams finally gets to go home. Get your 1788 cognac here: Paris’ Tour d’Argent wine cellar auctions off some treasuresPARIS — Over the years, the chief sommelier had forgotten they were there. And when the four bottles of 1875 Armagnac Vieux were finally unearthed from the labyrinthine wine cellar this week, they were covered in a black fungus that looked like matted cat fur. Florida alligators make bloody journey from swamp to sandwich, handbags, purses and walletsHALLANDALE BEACH, Fla. — The knives are sharpened and the shiny steel gurneys bloodied at All American Gator Products, the end of the line for about 1,000 alligators killed during this year’s hunting season in Florida. Legal fight looms for Tavern on the Green as NYC and restaurant family both claim to own nameNEW YORK — A legal fight is looming in New York City over Tavern on the Green, the Central Park restaurant that has been a tourist destination since the 1930s. Flame chandeliers? Burger King sets sights on Paneras of the world with restaurant overhaulCHICAGO — Burger King Corp. plans to swap its generic fast-food feel and bland tiles and tabletops for a vibe that’s more sit-down than drive-through. NYC’s famed Four Seasons restaurant gets new chef _ an Italian culinary starNEW YORK — New York City’s famed Four Seasons restaurant, which invented the “power lunch,” has a new executive chef. Arizonans with concealed weapons permits allowed to bring guns in bars starting WednesdayPHOENIX — Bartender Randy Shields was serving British brews and Arizona ambers as usual at Shady’s bar in east Phoenix when he saw a customer walk in with a hunting knife strapped to his hip. Fog and SWAT teams settle on downtown Beijing ahead of massive military paradeBEIJING — China’s capital was wrapped in tight security and thick fog Wednesday as police blocked off Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and other popular tourist landmarks ahead of a massive parade marking 60 years of communist rule. Mass march at Pittsburgh G-20 summit gets under way; anarchists spotted in crowdPITTSBURGH — More than 1,000 protesters are on the move in Pittsburgh for what has been billed as a peaceful protest against the Group of 20 summit. Pittsburgh businesses clean up from G-20 protests; afternoon march with permit is plannedPITTSBURGH — Businesses vandalized during Group of 20 protests were cleaning up broken glass and getting back to work Friday while demonstrators pledging nonviolence planned an afternoon march to protest environmental, health care and other policies. Renowned British chef Blumenthal apologizes to diners ill after eating at his restaurantLONDON — Chef Heston Blumenthal has apologized to diners who fell ill after eating at his celebrated Fat Duck restaurant — and has invited them back for a free meal. Athens no longer a discount destination, but bargains still existATHENS, Greece — Athens is no longer a discount destination. Fears of violence, damage lead some businesses near G-20 protest camp to close during summitPITTSBURGH — Barely a block from a parking lot where Pittsburgh will house protesters of the Group of 20 summit is one of the city’s most eclectic neighborhoods — a strip of mom-and-pop, homegrown grocery stores, restaurants and businesses that exemplify the kind of world the protesters say they want. Man, 68, honored for 50 years of service at the first McDonald’s restaurant in MissouriCRESTWOOD, Mo. — A 68-year-old man who still works at the first McDonald’s restaurant in Missouri has been honored for 50 years of service. Leonard Rhomberg began his job at a McDonald’s restaurant in the St. Louis suburb of Crestwood in 1959, the year after it opened. And he still works there five days a week. Starbucks announces list of 27 cafes that will open after becoming more profitableSEATTLE — Starbucks Corp. is closing 27 fewer cafes than planned after they proved more profitable than thought. |
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