Labor
California food prices, automation to increase with $20 fast food minimum wage
The Center Square 10/31
California fast food prices and automation are set to skyrocket in response to the state’s coming fast food minimum wage increase to $20 per hour.
Fast Food CEOs Warn of Dire Consequences Coming over New $20 Fast Food Minimum Wage California
Globe 10/31
‘$20 an hour sounds great until you learn that you’ve been replaced by a kiosk’
Food Industry Policy
Opinion: California didn’t ban Skittles. But it tackled a food safety problem the FDA hasn’t solved
The Los Angeles Times 11/1
Last month, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into law California’s Food Safety Act banning four ingredients that are linked to health risks.
California’s organic waste law isn’t perfect, but pressing pause is the wrong move
CalMatters 11/1
The Little Hoover Commission recommended pausing California’s landmark law aimed at reducing organic waste in landfills. Senate Bill 1383 could use an update, but given the importance of reducing methane emissions, pressing pause would be a mistake.
On the Side
Steaks, sushi and samosas: These 19 restaurants opened around Sacramento in October
The Sacramento Bee 11/1
The end of October brought winter chill to Sacramento, but the region’s dining scene has stayed hot.
Someone Created an Incredible Interactive Map of 1,000 Old-School LA Restaurants
Los Angeles Eater 10/31
Plus, IKEA food deals, a fundraiser for transgender representation, and more.
