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Starbucks takes on Donald Trump

 By Peter Romeo on Jan. 30, 2017

In a letter sent to all employees, the chain promised to hire 10,000 refugees who might be affected by the president's executive order on immigration changes.

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This week’s restaurant nightmares: ‘Please shut up’

 By Peter Romeo on Feb. 08, 2017

Sometimes silence can really be golden for restaurants. Here's proof.

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This week’s 5 head-spinning moments: Double turns

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 10, 2017

No sooner had one arresting development arisen than another quickly followed in its wake, making neck braces an acceptable fashion accessory.

Restaurants brace for day without immigrant workers

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 15, 2017

Immigrant workers are being encouraged to skip work Thursday in a protest against President Trump's changes in U.S. immigration policy, and consumers of foreign origin are being asked not to spend money. Many restaurants have already said they'll close for the day in a show of solidarity--and perplexity at how to keep operating.

Restaurants may not get White House rep after all

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 15, 2017

Andy Puzder is out as a candidate for secretary of labor.

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This week’s 5 head-spinning moments: Orgasms & smaller breasts

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 17, 2017

Even we blushed while perusing some of the week's uncelebrated but noteworthy developments.

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This week’s restaurant nightmares: Nailed

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 22, 2017

Crime doesn't pay, as some restaurateurs learned this week. But, sometimes, neither does doing what seems the right thing for your staff.

A restaurateur’s guide to President Trump’s agenda

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 01, 2017

Here's what the industry can expect from the White House, based on the chief executive's speech to Congress.

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This week’s 4 head-spinning moments: Times a-changin’

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 10, 2017

Unusual became the usual this week for the restaurant business. Here are a few pieces of the evidence.

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This week’s 5 head-spinning moments: Going too far?

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 17, 2017

Restaurants could be losing one of the industry's key federal protections, and that's not the only extreme possibility that emerged for the business.

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