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Controversy Swirls Around Alleged Secret Deals Behind California’s Fast Food Law Exemption
Gov. Gavin Newsom has until March 17 to respond to lawmakers’ request for access to public records involving communications between his office and stakeholders.
Newsom Donor Says His Panera Bread Locations Will Comply With Minimum Wage Law
The wage hike will start April 1 regardless of whether the brand is exempt from the law, said Greg Flynn, who owns 24 Panera restaurants in California.
ANALYSIS: Is Panera Bread Exempt From California’s New Fast Food Minimum Wage Law?
Assembly Bill 1228 sets a minimum wage of at least $20 per hour for employees of national fast-food chains operating in the state.
Newsom’s Office Rejects ‘Pay to Play’ Allegations, Says Panera Bread Not Exempt From Fast Food Law
The governor’s staff says the bill’s language on the bread baking exemption had nothing to do with campaign donations.
Starbucks, Panera Tweak Pumpkin Spice Latte Formulas
SEATTLE— The pumpkin spice latte battle is heating up just in time for fall.Starbucks and Panera are hyping reformulated versions of the popular drinks — which will include real pumpkin — in a fight to win over fans of the beverage in coming week...
Taco Bell Is the Latest to Shed Its Unnatural, Neon Yellow Cheese
It’s one of many restaurant chains now to get rid of artificial ingredients
Why Panera Bread Is Not as Healthy as You Think
The fast-casual chain prides itself on offering fresh, all-natural food, but their list of food additives they’re promising to remove suggests otherwise.
Panera Bread Opens New Ottawa Hot Spot for Healthy Fare
Popular U.S.-based restaurant chain Panera Bread opened its first bakery-café in Ottawa, Canada, on Feb. 12 offering healthy artisan fare.
