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Meet the Owner and #GirlBoss Behind Grid Iron Waffle Shop in South Orange, NJ

In honor of International Women’s Day, Spoon chatted with owner Briana DelBene about owning a business, being a female in the restaurant industry, and prioritizing motherhood.

by Kennedy Dierks at Seton Hall University

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Food Cultural Appreciation vs. Appropriation

Cultural appropriation is prevalent within the food industry, especially as food from other cultures are becoming more and more popularized. Unfortunately, many "foodies" don't know the history behind the food that they are enjoying and publicizing.

by Eliza Roth at Northeastern University

The definitive guide to NEDA Week 2022: what it is, why it matters, and how you can be the change and raise awareness for eating disorders.

by Kennedy Dierks at Seton Hall University

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8 Women‑Owned Restaurants in South Orange, NJ

Empowered women empower women…especially when they’re hungry.

by Kennedy Dierks at Seton Hall University

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Starbucks Will Raise Its Prices. Again.

The coffee chain cites inflation and the labor shortage as the reasons why.

by Kennedy Dierks at National Contributor

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How to Help Tornado Victims in Kentucky

We’ve rounded up organizations mobilizing on the ground to help those in need.

by Victoria Vargas at Spoon HQ

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Months-long Kellogg’s Strike Ends After Union Votes to Ratify

Following a three-month strike, 1400 employees will return to work after ratifying a tentative agreement.

by Kennedy Dierks at National Contributor

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Boston Starbucks Workers Seek to Unionize After Buffalo Victory

The Buffalo store is the first in the company’s history to unionize, forging a path for other Starbucks locations.

by Rabia Akram at National Contributor

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Hearts & Flour Bakery Uses Cookies To Create Social Change

How one vendor at the Evanston Farmers’ Market combats stigma surrounding disabilities with inclusive employment opportunities.

by Grace Wang at Northwestern University

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What I Eat in a Day: An Analysis of Diet Culture and Body Positive Movements

What's body neutrality anyway?

by Katherine Dawson at Washington University in St. Louis

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The Best Foods to Boost Eye Health and Wellness

Truly some food for thought (or sight)

by Joel Stephen at St. John's University

In honor of International Women’s Day, Spoon chatted with owner Briana DelBene about owning a business, being a female in the restaurant industry, and prioritizing motherhood.

Cultural appropriation is prevalent within the food industry, especially as food from other cultures are becoming more and more popularized. Unfortunately, many "foodies" don't know the history behind the food that they are enjoying and publicizing.

Young consumers are avoiding brands that don't match their values.

The definitive guide to NEDA Week 2022: what it is, why it matters, and how you can be the change and raise awareness for eating disorders.

Empowered women empower women…especially when they’re hungry.

The coffee chain cites inflation and the labor shortage as the reasons why.

We’ve rounded up organizations mobilizing on the ground to help those in need.

Following a three-month strike, 1400 employees will return to work after ratifying a tentative agreement.

The Buffalo store is the first in the company’s history to unionize, forging a path for other Starbucks locations.

How one vendor at the Evanston Farmers’ Market combats stigma surrounding disabilities with inclusive employment opportunities.

What's body neutrality anyway?

Truly some food for thought (or sight)