Labor
Franchise owners are under attack from Sacramento
The Orange County Register 6/4
The California Legislature is seemingly hellbent on kneecapping fast-food restaurants in the Golden State.
California Looks to Place More Liability on Fast-Food Franchisors
QSR Magazine 6/2
California legislators on Wednesday approved a measure that could bring about significant changes to fast-food restaurants and franchisees operating in the Golden State.
Food Industry Policy
Berkeley challenges appeals court ruling on natural-gas ban
The Mercury News 6/5
After a three-judge panel ruled that cities do not have the authority to ban the installation of natural gas equipment in newly constructed buildings, Berkeley is now asking for a do-over.
California has the country’s strongest animal welfare law. Now it just needs to be enforced.
Vox 6/3
Last month, in a welcome surprise to animal welfare advocates, the US Supreme Court sided with pigs over the pork industry.
On the Side
He fed farmworkers during the pandemic. Now chef Juan Sanjuan wants to make ‘magic’ in L.A.
Los Angeles Times 6/3
Chef Juan Sanjuan is known far and wide for his spectacular Mascota, Jalisco-style green pozole.
40-year-old espresso company opens first cafe, plus more East Bay openings
San Francisco Chronicle 6/5
May was an active month for restaurant openings around the East Bay.
