This Tuscan startup sold all its olive oil in the U.S. Then came Trump's tariffs Americans love olive oil — and import 95% of it. But tariffs are making it harder for Europeans to sell it to Americans. Maria Aspan
The potato's origins, unearthed The potato may seem rather ordinary. But this tuber's origins story is quite fascinating, and we don't really know all the details yet. Ari Daniel
See Ya B.C.! Bellevue is a Chinese food lover’s dream While Seattle food lovers flock to Richmond, BC, Bellevue has steadily become home to some of the Pacific Northwest’s most diverse and authentic Chinese food. Seattle Times food writer Tan highlights the regional specialties worth crossing the 520 bridge for. Tan Vinh
How to make an orange crush, Maryland's official state cocktail For decades, orange crushes have been the go-to summer drink for Marylanders and Baltimore Orioles fans.
Best eats on Seattle’s $800 million waterfront Seattle Times writers chat about the history of the waterfront and the food spots worth braving the crowds to check out on Seattle's new "front porch." Tan Vinh
Coca-Cola says it will use U.S. cane sugar in a new Coke, a plan pushed by Trump Coca-Cola's move comes a week after President Trump said he had been talking to the soft drink giant about using cane sugar rather than high-fructose corn syrup in its signature drink. Bill Chappell
Three new restaurants you should know about Restaurant critic Tan Vinh explains why three new restaurants in Seattle are the most important openings to watch this summer. He recommends dishes at a Japanese fusion restaurant, a new fish and chips spot and a high-end tapas experience. Tan Vinh
Nutella-maker Ferrero to gobble up cereal giant Kellogg for $3.1 billion Italian candy giant Ferrero offered the American breakfast company a $3.1 billion deal too sweet to pass up. Alina Selyukh
The evolution of the Philly cheesesteak The Philly cheesesteak started as a pile of chopped steak, salt, pepper, and onions on a roll. But then Cocky Joe, a guy working at Pat's King of Steaks, added cheese, beginning a distinct sandwich culture in Philadelphia that continues to evolve.
Competitive eating is more than simple amusement on the Fourth of July The 4th of July traditional hotdog eating contest got us thinking about why food and the holiday are so intertwined. Some experts have gone deep on the subject of competitive eating. Patrick Jarenwattananon