McDonald’s swaps red background for green in logo to promote more eco-friendly image in Europe

McDonald’s makes its logo more ‘green’ in Europe

Move over Paris, Tokyo is now the world leader in number of Michelin three-star eateries

Tokyo crowned new gourmet capital by Michelin

Upscale McDonald’s with modern Danish chairs and free wi-fi brings European style to NYC

Upscale McDonald’s brings European style to NYC

Forbes issues first edition of former Mobil Travel Guide awards

Forbes’ 1st edition of former Mobil Travel awards

Weather-tested Gulf Coast residents stay put as weakening tropical storm creeps toward land

Gulf Coast residents stay put ahead of Ida

Heavy rains, winds blow into US Gulf Coast communities as residents brace for tropical storm

Rains hitting Gulf Coast ahead of tropical storm

Health officials, advocates to seek smoking ban in bars and restaurants in Oklahoma

Health officials to seek smoking ban in Oklahoma

FDA to ban sale of raw Gulf oysters to fight bacteria; restaurants, harvesters cry foul

FDA to ban sale of raw oysters from Gulf of Mexico

McDonald’s closes in Iceland as currency collapse takes a bite out of Big Mac profits

Iceland says goodbye to the Big Mac

REYKJAVIK, Iceland — The Big Mac, long a symbol of globalization, has become the latest victim of this tiny island nation’s overexposure to the world financial crisis.

In exile, Iraqis step out for a life impossible amid the uncertainty back home

DAMASCUS, Syria — After fleeing their bloodied homeland, where violence and increasing conservatism confine their compatriots’ lives, some Iraqis in exile are taking the opportunity to enjoy living outside the box.

Small business are partying, but big events with DJs are out, simple affairs with iPods are in

NEW YORK — With Thanksgiving and the start of the holiday season weeks away, many small business owners are planning holiday parties for employees and clients despite the still wobbly economy. But the celebrations are expected to be low-key, frugal and, some say, much more fun.

New breed of Home Economics focuses on careers instead of homemaking

HOUSTON — In just 40 minutes, Cafe Mirabeau would fill with hungry patrons — and every dish needed to be delectable, every plate a model of perfect presentation.

Changes come to landmark New Orleans restaurant: Antoine’s menu not just en francais any more

NEW ORLEANS — There’s an old story in New Orleans about a society matron who heard about a friend’s death. Grief-stricken but practical, the matron immediately wondered if the waiter at Antoine’s whom her friend had relied on for years was up for grabs, or if someone had already claimed him.

For US infantry company, leaving Iraq ends mission veiled in ambivalence

BAGHDAD — There are just a few days left before U.S. Army Capt. Nathan Williams finally gets to go home.

Get your 1788 cognac here: Paris’ Tour d’Argent wine cellar auctions off some treasures

PARIS — Over the years, the chief sommelier had forgotten they were there. And when the four bottles of 1875 Armagnac Vieux were finally unearthed from the labyrinthine wine cellar this week, they were covered in a black fungus that looked like matted cat fur.

Florida alligators make bloody journey from swamp to sandwich, handbags, purses and wallets

HALLANDALE BEACH, Fla. — The knives are sharpened and the shiny steel gurneys bloodied at All American Gator Products, the end of the line for about 1,000 alligators killed during this year’s hunting season in Florida.

Legal fight looms for Tavern on the Green as NYC and restaurant family both claim to own name

NEW YORK — A legal fight is looming in New York City over Tavern on the Green, the Central Park restaurant that has been a tourist destination since the 1930s.

Flame chandeliers? Burger King sets sights on Paneras of the world with restaurant overhaul

CHICAGO — Burger King Corp. plans to swap its generic fast-food feel and bland tiles and tabletops for a vibe that’s more sit-down than drive-through.

NYC’s famed Four Seasons restaurant gets new chef _ an Italian culinary star

NEW YORK — New York City’s famed Four Seasons restaurant, which invented the “power lunch,” has a new executive chef.

Arizonans with concealed weapons permits allowed to bring guns in bars starting Wednesday

PHOENIX — Bartender Randy Shields was serving British brews and Arizona ambers as usual at Shady’s bar in east Phoenix when he saw a customer walk in with a hunting knife strapped to his hip.

Fog and SWAT teams settle on downtown Beijing ahead of massive military parade

BEIJING — China’s capital was wrapped in tight security and thick fog Wednesday as police blocked off Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and other popular tourist landmarks ahead of a massive parade marking 60 years of communist rule.

Mass march at Pittsburgh G-20 summit gets under way; anarchists spotted in crowd

PITTSBURGH — More than 1,000 protesters are on the move in Pittsburgh for what has been billed as a peaceful protest against the Group of 20 summit.

Pittsburgh businesses clean up from G-20 protests; afternoon march with permit is planned

PITTSBURGH — Businesses vandalized during Group of 20 protests were cleaning up broken glass and getting back to work Friday while demonstrators pledging nonviolence planned an afternoon march to protest environmental, health care and other policies.

Renowned British chef Blumenthal apologizes to diners ill after eating at his restaurant

LONDON — Chef Heston Blumenthal has apologized to diners who fell ill after eating at his celebrated Fat Duck restaurant — and has invited them back for a free meal.

Athens no longer a discount destination, but bargains still exist

ATHENS, Greece — Athens is no longer a discount destination.

Fears of violence, damage lead some businesses near G-20 protest camp to close during summit

PITTSBURGH — Barely a block from a parking lot where Pittsburgh will house protesters of the Group of 20 summit is one of the city’s most eclectic neighborhoods — a strip of mom-and-pop, homegrown grocery stores, restaurants and businesses that exemplify the kind of world the protesters say they want.

Man, 68, honored for 50 years of service at the first McDonald’s restaurant in Missouri

CRESTWOOD, Mo. — A 68-year-old man who still works at the first McDonald’s restaurant in Missouri has been honored for 50 years of service. Leonard Rhomberg began his job at a McDonald’s restaurant in the St. Louis suburb of Crestwood in 1959, the year after it opened. And he still works there five days a week.

Starbucks announces list of 27 cafes that will open after becoming more profitable

SEATTLE — Starbucks Corp. is closing 27 fewer cafes than planned after they proved more profitable than thought.

NYC’s landmark Tavern on the Green restaurant files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection

NEW YORK — Tavern on the Green, the landmark restaurant in New York City’s Central Park, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

Report: Communities should make it easier for families to make fat-fighting healthy choices

WASHINGTON — Where you live matters when it comes to children’s waistlines, says a report that finds lots of options localities could and should use to fight child obesity — from easy bike paths, to luring healthier stores, to taxes on junk food.

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