California’s Proposed Fast Food Wage Hike Sparks Warnings of Potential Price Increases California’s dynamic legislative landscape is once again at the forefront of national economic discussion,...
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THE PACIFIC PLATE (Food & Drink)
* Restaurant Guides: Curated lists and reviews for major cities (LA, SF, Portland, Seattle).
* Wine & Vine: Deep dives into wine country across all three states.
* Craft Culture: The world of craft beer, coffee roasting, and artisan spirits.
* Farm-to-Table: Stories that trace food from its source to the consumer, highlighting sustainable farming.
California Restaurant Industry Rails Against Proposed $25 Fast Food Wage Hike (AB 123)
California Restaurant Industry Unleashes Strong Opposition to Proposed $25 Fast Food Minimum Wage Bill SACRAMENTO, CA – Leading industry advocacy groups across California have issued forceful...
California Boosts Farmworker Heat Safety with Sweeping New Law
California Enacts Landmark Heat Safety Mandate for Farm Workers SACRAMENTO, CA — In a significant move addressing the increasing risks faced by outdoor agricultural laborers due...
California Fast Food Workers Could See Minimum Wage Jump to $25 Under New Bill
California Fast Food Workers Could See Minimum Wage Jump to $25 Under New Bill A significant legislative proposal is set to impact the fast food industry...
California Restaurant Association Seeks Clarity on New AB 22 Food Waste Mandate
Restaurant Association Raises Concerns Over Mandate Implementation Sacramento, CA – The West Coast Restaurant Association (WCRA) issued a comprehensive statement today, urging the California Department of...
California AB 789: Proposed 25% Farm Worker Wage Hike Sparks Industry Opposition Over Cost Increases
California Assembly Bill 789 Proposes Significant Changes for Farm Workers The California State Assembly is currently the focal point of a significant legislative debate with the...
Historic California Law Elevates Farmworker Wages to $20 and Boosts Safety Standards
California Enacts Landmark Farmworker Protection Act Sacramento, CA – In a move poised to significantly reshape the landscape of agricultural labor in California, Governor Gavin Newsom...
Final Overtime Phase Takes Effect: California’s Small Farms Face New Labor Costs Starting February 18, 2025
California’s Small Farms Embrace Final Overtime Rule Phase Effective February 18, 2025, California’s smallest agricultural operations, those employing 25 or fewer individuals, are now subject to...
California’s Restaurant Chains Brace for $22 Minimum Wage Impact Starting March 2025
California Enacts Landmark Restaurant Wage Law Sacramento, CA – California’s vast food service industry is poised for a significant transformation with the enactment of a new...
Coastal California Faces New Fishing Curbs: Krill & Rockfish Limits Start March 1, 2025
California Imposes Urgent Fishing Restrictions Sacramento, CA – In a significant regulatory shift aimed at protecting fragile marine ecosystems, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife...