Burger King

Authorities in Florida say a Burger King worker was fatally shot after a dispute over a delay in a food order. The Orange County Sheriff’s Office identified the shooter in a news release Sunday as 37-year-old Kelvis Rodriguez Tormes. Authorities said he is charged with first-degree murder with a firearm, destruction of evidence and possession of a firearm by...

Restaurants across the globe are beginning to reopen, but since coronavirus cases are still being confirmed daily, many eateries are using unique concepts to encourage social distancing among customers and employees.

From payment relief to blood drives, big brands are switching out their high-energy promotions for more muted social messaging that aims to bring thoughtful pause to Americans — while reminding them of their favorite products, according to NBC News.

Burger King announced Wednesday it is removing artificial colors, flavors and preservatives from its signature Whopper sandwich in the United States. The Restaurant Brands International chain plans to highlight the change with a global advertising campaign that shows a photo of a moldy Whopper, supposedly 28 days old, with text that reads “the beauty of no artificial preservatives.” The campaign comes...

Police have arrested a man caught on camera as he allegedly attacked a Central Florida fast food restaurant employee last month. NBC affiliate WESH-TV reports the incident took place inside a Burger King in Daytona Beach, when the suspect allegedly reached over the counter and grabbed the female employee. The suspect, identified as 25-yar-old Jamar Ragland, allegedly cut the employee…

Phillip Williams, who is a vegan, says he suffered monetary damage in the amount he paid for the sandwich and claims he wouldn’t have made the purchase has he known the cooking method.

In this week’s “Saturday Night Live” Cold Open, the show took a break from the impeachment inquiry to focus on the 2020 Democratic presidential candidates in a parody of an Iowa event attended by more than a dozen candidates this week. In an unexpected twist, the “SNL” version of the Iowa Liberty and Justice Celebration — the state Democratic Party’s...

So-called fake meat, or alternative meat products, is rising in popularity as consumers look to eat a more sustainable diet. But are the plant-based burgers really better for the environment? And how do they compare to meat in terms of calories and health benefits? There is no industry-wide term for these products. Traditional meat companies argue that the word “meat”...

In the premiere of “Saturday Night Live” Season 45, actor Alec Baldwin reprised the role of President Donald Trump, who is overwhelmed by an impeachment inquiry sparked by a whistleblower complaint. The season’s first episode is filled with references to the ongoing developments around a call between Trump and the Ukrainian president. Woody Harrelson hosted and Billie Eilish was the...

Burger King will begin selling the plant-based Impossible Whopper nationwide next week after a successful test run in seven markets.

After months of shortages, Impossible Foods is partnering with a veteran food production company to ramp up supplies of its popular plant-based burgers. The Redwood City, Calif.-based startup is partnering with OSI Group, an original supplier to McDonald’s and one of the world’s largest food producers. OSI, based in Aurora, Ill., will immediately begin production of the Impossible Burger at...

Food delivery apps are becoming increasingly popular, even in suburban areas of the U.S. But is convenience worth it if delivery drivers are sampling diners’ dinners? A recent survey conducted by restaurant food supplier US Foods examined consumer and delivery worker “habits and pain points” when it comes to both ordering and delivering meals. The data revealed some unique insight...

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A video making the rounds on social media shows two patrons at a Florida Burger King tell the manager of the restaurant to “go back to Mexico” because he was speaking Spanish.

One of two suspects involved in an armed robbery attempt in the parking lot a Miami Burger King ended up in a hospital after they were somehow shot Wednesday, officials said.

The fast-growing market for meat alternatives has a surprising new player: Tyson Foods. Tyson, one of the world’s largest meat producers, will begin selling nuggets made from pea protein at grocery stores this summer. A blended burger made from beef and pea protein will follow this fall. Both will be sold under a new brand, Raised and Rooted, which will...

The company released a statement apologizing for the actions of the employee, calling it “unacceptable” but did not say if that worker had been disciplined.

KFC is joining the long list of restaurants thinking about adding plant-based meat substitutes to its menu. Kevin Hochman, who heads KFC’s U.S. division, said that the company does not have any plans to test vegan alternatives right now, but he has meetings scheduled with several major suppliers to learn more about plant-based meats. Business Insider first reported that KFC...

A woman has been arrested and a second suspect is on the loose after police say they attacked the manager of a Miami Burger King after they were denied free french fries.