Danny Bowien, the chef of Mission Chinese Food, has gone where few colleagues have, creating a special menu around a brand. Source: NYT > Business – PETE WELLS
A Young Chef, and a Stunning Comeback
Kwame Onwuachi vaulted from troubled youth to overnight success to failure with a fancy restaurant in Washington, D.C. Now he’s drawing attention with a new book and approach. Source: NYT > Business – PRIYA KRISHNA
McDonald’s Will Not Lobby Against Minimum-Wage Increases, Official Says
The announcement was cheered by supporters of higher pay and criticized as publicity stunt by some in the restaurant industry. Source: NYT > Business – MATT STEVENS
Can Food Tours Stray From the Beaten Path Without Ruining the Experience?
In the footsteps of Anthony Bourdain, companies big and small are steering travelers to out-of-the-way eating experiences, while trying not to trample on food traditions. Source: NYT > Business – LIGAYA MISHAN
Jardinière, a Pioneer of High-End Dining and Design in San Francisco, Will Close
The chef Traci Des Jardins says she’s ‘tired of fine dining’ and wants to focus on Mexican food. Source: NYT > Business – KIM SEVERSON
Local Food in Puerto Rico Finds Energy in Recovery
Two hurricanes slowed a budding effort to reclaim the island’s agricultural and culinary independence. But its chefs, farmers and entrepreneurs are rebuilding. Source: NYT > Business – JULIA MOSKIN