• McFadden’s Restaurant and Saloon has settled a lawsuit filed by a former bartender over allegations of discrimination. [Inquirer]
• A new report shows cheesesteak joints and hoagie shops in Center City are giving way to white tablecloth restaurants at a rate of almost one a month. [Inquirer]
• With the popularity of heavy Kold-Draft ice cubes and specialized shaking techniques, bartending can take a serious physical toll. So tip accordingly, cheapskates! [NYT]
• A fast-food chain in France will introduce a foie-gras burger. No word on any side of fried frogs’ legs with ketchup. [BBC]
• Here’s a probing investigative piece about white-chocolate mochas and other seasonal drinks. [NYP]
• Picky eating may be a medical disorder. Yeah, and we’re “allergic” to onions. [ABC News]
• One more reason for your vegan friends to look smug: Prices on meat, milk, eggs, cheese, and sugar are up and will stay that way through the holiday season. [USAT]
