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Fired Muslim Truck Driver Who Refused to Deliver Beer Files a Civil Rights Lawsuit; Blogs Gain Credibility in the Food World

• A Muslim truck driver from North Philly has filed civil-rights lawsuit in federal court after he was fired for refusing to transport a delivery of Miller Lite. [Daily News]

• The historic building in Pottstown that houses The Brick House restaurant may go up for sheriff’s sale. [The Mercury]

• The traditional food world is “finally” taking food blogs seriously. Maybe it’s because all the food magazines are closing? [WSJ]

• As if all the food recalls and salmonella outbreaks weren’t evidence enough: the food inspection process in this country is pretty messed up. [WP]

• Starbucks is full of professionals — so focus on the image they’re projecting while waiting in line. [BusinessWeek]

• In Iowa, people can now pay bus fare simply by making food donations. [Des Moines Register]

• Chipotle customers who order Halloween night (wearing a costume, obviously) can get a burrito for two bucks — the proceeds will go to Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution fund. [Toronto Star]

Fired Muslim Truck Driver Who Refused to Deliver Beer Files a Civil Rights