Financing
Panda group's Cherngs buy into small sandwich chain
The investment into Urbane Cafe is the couple's latest effort to diversify beyond Asian restaurants.
Food
Dark meat: Thighs and legs are in
Chicken breast has been the darling of restaurant and home kitchens for a couple of decades, touted for its versatility and health benefits. But lately, operators and consumers are beginning to suffer from white meat fatigue.
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