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Krispy Kreme Rolls Out a New Business Strategy; Even in a Recession Business Is Booming For Food Producers

• Along with opening its first Philadelphia location in five years, Krispy Kreme rolls out a new business strategy. [Inquirer]

• What with David Chang appearing in Vogue, and Barney’s New York doing edibles-themed holiday windows, it seems the fashion world is obsessed with food. “Our customers want to eat at the new Batali place as much as they want the new Céline bag,” says Barney’s creative director Simon Doonan. [WSJ]

• While other industries suffered during the recession, many food producers saw business grow over the past few years. [AP]

• The food situation in North Korea has once again become critical, contributing to an increased number of defectors to South Korea and China. [Voice of America]

• Reusable grocery bags purchased at Wal-Mart, Target and other retailers have been found to contain lead, prompting a federal investigation. [USAT]

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