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Newsweek
09-07-2025
- Health
- Newsweek
Muffin Recall Update as FDA Warns of Potential Metal Parts in Products
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Wegmans Food Markets voluntarily recalled thousands of its mini muffin products because of the potential presence of metal fragments in select batches. The recall, which began on June 14 and is ongoing, encompassed multiple varieties of Wegmans-brand Mini Muffins sold in eight states and Washington, D.C. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) classified the recall as a Class II on July 8. Newsweek emailed a Wegmans spokesperson for comment outside regular working hours. Stock photo of muffins with chocolate chips. Stock photo of muffins with chocolate chips. Getty Images Why It Matters Metal contamination, while not as immediately life-threatening as food allergens or pathogens, still poses a significant risk to consumer health. The FDA has warned that "hard or sharp foreign objects in food may cause traumatic injury including laceration and perforation of tissues of the mouth, tongue, throat, stomach and intestine as well as damage to the teeth and gums." Class II recalls are defined by the FDA as "a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote." What To Know The impacted products include blueberry, French toast and chocolate chip mini muffins distributed in plastic clamshell packaging, with a total of more than 25,000 units flagged for potential contamination. The products were distributed across New York, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Maryland, Virginia, Washington, D.C., North Carolina and Delaware. The specific products recalled and their details include: Wegmans Mini Muffins Blueberry, 20 oz, UPC 7789053227, Best by 6/20, 8,508 units Wegmans Mini Muffins French Toast, 22 oz and 13 oz, UPC 7789058612 & 7789052435, Best by 6/22, 8,508 units Wegmans Mini Muffins Chocolate Chip, 13.5 oz, UPC 7789053223, Best by 6/21, 8,508 units Each lot is packaged in a clear plastic clamshell, clearly labeled with a Best By date and UPC. The presence of foreign objects, including metal and plastic fragments, accounted for more than 11.6 percent of all food recalls issued by the FDA and Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) between 2020 and 2024, based on data from regulatory compliance company Traceone. During the same period, recalls overall increased by more than 20 percent annually. A stock image of a Wegmans store in Alexandria, Virginia. A stock image of a Wegmans store in Alexandria, Virginia. Wegmans What People Are Saying Darin Detwiler, professor of food policy at Northeastern University, previously told Newsweek: "While not as urgent as Class I recalls, Class II recalls should still be heeded, and the products should be returned or disposed of according to the instructions provided." What Happens Next Consumers may monitor updates from the FDA's recall portal. The recall will not be closed until the FDA determines corrective actions have addressed safety concerns.
Eater
16-06-2025
- General
- Eater
Day-to-Night Coffee and Wine Shops and Barbecue Rule Austin in June Openings
Every month, a new crop of restaurants opens in and around Austin. While everyone loves a good sushi spot, food truck, or outdoor patio, this round-up will give you the high-end spots and the low-end spots that are new to town — be they good, bad, or so bad they're good/so good they're bad. Whether it's a locally owned restaurant or the latest addition of a chain, here's what's happening in the world of restaurant openings in Austin and beyond for the month. Send your openings news to austin@ 2614 East Cesar Chavez Street Coffee by day and wine by night? That's what the folks in this renovated bungalow house from the 1920s in East Austin are serving up. The folks who own the cocktail bar Small Victory got together with the people at Figure 8 Coffee to create a space for morning, noon, and night. The wines are selected by Small Victory's buyer, as well as small bites like a bread and cheese basket, cookies, and pastries; the new spot will also host pop-ups with food trucks from around the city. There's a nice big outdoor patio in what used to be the backyard. Less of a ballroom and more of a converted corrugated metal storage building that's now a restaurant, this spot has all kinds of goodness hiding inside. It's a coffee shop (beans by Figure 8) with light bites and brunch dishes by day and a cocktail bar by night. The most substantial menu items are brunch bites like classic eggs Benedict, brioche French toast, a bacon-and-egg breakfast sandwich on brioche, a double smash burger, and two eggs with a Texas-sourced Akaushi New York strip steak. There are also matchas, teas, pastries, and breakfast tacos. Try fun cocktails like the Tiki Too Much (rum, pineapple, passion fruit, crème de banane, coconut, and pomegranate) or Puerto Punch (mezcal, ginger, cassis, and blackberry). Now open in the Central Austin Public Library is a second location of Café Crème. As a family-owned, French-Vietnamese restaurant and coffee shop, the cafe is known for serving up crepes and lattes with notable art dribbled in them — think cats, dogs, and even bears, oh my. It's creme brulee latte is a fan-favorite, and the kolaches and breakfast tacos here have a strong following, too. This hand location offers diners a chance to pop in and support their local library while getting a coffee and a little treat. 205 East Austin Street in Fredericksburg Out in Hill Country, a new hotel means a new barbecue joint. The Albert Hotel in Fredericksburg is home to Junebug's BBQ, which is in the historic Brockmann-Kiehne house — the hotel took over several historic properties in the city to cobble together a complex of sorts. Chef Justin Spencer created the menu, which features a menu of brisket, spare ribs, turkey, pulled pork, baby back ribs, sausage (regular and jalapeño), and chicken. The sides are classic, going all in on potato salad, green beans, coleslaw, macaroni and cheese, beans, and a baked potato casserole — a very Dickey's coded-menu. There's also a stage for live music. This barbecue spot hits all the notes, with Texas-style brisket, Alabama pulled pork, Memphis-style ribs, and sauces inspired from the Carolinas. Founder Daniel Monplaisir is especially interested in Texas and Alabama barbecue traditions. In addition to meats by the pound, it offers brisket and pulled pork sandwiches, barbecue plates, and sides like bacon macaroni and cheese, creamed corn, baked beans, and a mayo-based cole slaw. After closing its space in the Frances Modern Inn in February, Italian cafe Poeta has reopened in East Austin this spring. In its new space, there is an outdoor garden cafe as well as indoor, and the floors get an upgrade to a lovely dark wood. The restaurant will continue to serve favorites from its seasonal menu, with dishes like tuna carpaccio, roasted beets with avocado, pork sausage rigatoni with tomato butter, and glistening wagyu steaks. See More: Austin Restaurant Openings
Chicago Tribune
06-05-2025
- General
- Chicago Tribune
59 Chicago Mother's Day restaurant specials to treat mom, from bottomless mimosas to made-to-order omelettes
Moms work hard, so they deserve a day to relax and enjoy themselves while their loved ones take care of them. You can show how much you appreciate the mom or mother figure in your life this Mother's Day by taking them out or picking up some special treats for them to enjoy at home. Restaurants throughout the city are making it easy, offering moms free flowers or other gifts and hosting decadent buffets with bottomless drinks and activities to keep kids busy. Make a plan with this list of 60 Mother's Day celebrations that will make your mom proud. All events take place on Sunday unless otherwise stated. The Loop and Near North Side Adorn Moms will be welcomed with a rose at brunch buffet ($275; $95 for kids ages 12 and under) that includes breakfast bites and pastries. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 120 E. Delaware Place, 312-280-8800, The Albert At brunch ($60), choose from an entree including eggs Benedict or herb-crusted prime rib to enjoy along with an antipasti buffet and sweets table. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 228 E. Ontario St., 312-471-3883, Bistronomic A three-course brunch ($53; $29 for kids 10 and under) includes spring saffron carrot velouté, brioche French toast with Grand Marnier syrup and blueberry bread pudding. Add an hour and a half of bottomless mimosas for $22. 840 N. Wabash Ave., 312-944-8400, Brass Tack The restaurant offers specials including peach caprese salad, cider-braised pork belly, lobster and carrot-egg white frittata, and French hot chocolate. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 11 E. Walton St., 312-646-1402, The Dawson Moms are welcomed with a glass of sparkling rosé to a buffet including beef tenderloin, herb-crusted salmon, brunch dishes and pastries from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and dinner entrees with seasonal sides from 3-7 p.m. $75; $20 for kids under 12. 730 W. Grand Ave., 312-243-8955, The Dearborn Brunch specials include lobster deviled eggs ($21), house-smoked trout B.E.L.T. ($25) and jumbo cinnamon roll ($16). 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 145 N. Dearborn St., 312-384-1242, FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar During this afternoon tea ($69), sip tea from Rishi Tea and a mimosa, bellini or glass of prosecco, accompanied by a spread of seasonal bites on Saturday and Sunday. 221 N. Columbus Drive, 312-477-0234, Grill on 21 The restaurant on the 21st floor of The LaSalle Chicago, Autograph Collection, offers a brunch buffet ($150; $25 for kids under 12) featuring roasted ham and turkey breast, made-to-order omelettes until 3 p.m., oysters, potato salad, grilled salmon and macarons. 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. 208 S. LaSalle St., 312-634-0000 ext. 3, I|O Godfrey Take in the rooftop views between visits to a brunch buffet ($65; $15 for kids under 12) offering eggs Benedict, French toast, pancakes, carved prime rib, gnocchi pomodoro, sushi and chocolate-covered strawberries. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 127 W. Huron St., 312-374-1830, Kindling James Beard Award-winning chef Jonathon Sawyer offers a brunch buffet ($95; $45 for kids 5-12; free for kids under 5) including pancakes, biscuits with gravy, chilaquiles, shrimp cocktail, prime rib and dessert from West Town Bakery. A mimosa bar is available for $35 and all tickets include a welcome gift for mom and a card-making station for kids. 202 S. Franklin St., 312-789-5992, Land & Lake A two-course brunch ($35) includes avocado toast and steak frites. Add 90 minutes of mimosas for $22. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 81 E. Wacker Drive, 312-253-2337, Lirica Executive chef Ricky Amaya offers specials in addition to the regular brunch menu, including creamy Southern grits ($18), lemon-blueberry Dutch baby ($20), chicken and waffles ($22) and gravlax ($25). 900 E. Grand Ave., 872-710-5750, The Lobby at The Peninsula Chicago A string quartet, balloon artist and magician provide entertainment during a luxurious brunch ($325; $85 for kids ages 5-12; free for kids under 5) including caviar, carved Peking duck, sushi, stuffed veal rack and a Southern-style seafood boil. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 108 E. Superior St., 312-573-6760, Marisol The restaurant at the Museum of Contemporary Art offers a three-course brunch ($45) including a cruffin with satsuma marmalade, turmeric granola with matcha yogurt and French toast. 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. 205 E. Pearson St., 312-799-3599, Mercat a la Planxa All moms get a complimentary mimosa and everyone can enjoy specials including burrata salad ($18), croque madame ($18) and rhubarb coffeecake ($12). 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 638 S. Michigan Ave., 312-765-0524, Michael Jordan's Steakhouse Moms can splurge with a surf and turf dinner ($68) including lobster thermidor and a 7-ounce filet. 505 N. Michigan Ave., 312-321-8823, Miru A brunch buffet ($125, $65 for kids ages 10) includes a build-your-own trifle station and a spritz bar along with Japanese fare, brunch dishes and pastries. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. 401 E. Wacker Drive, 312-725-7811, NoMI The restaurant on the seventh floor of Park Hyatt Chicago serves a brunch ($225; $95 for kids; free for kids 6 and under) with dishes including sushi, smoked salmon, seasonal salads, roasted tenderloin and pastries. All mothers receive a bouquet. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 800 N. Michigan Ave., 312-239-4030, Offshore Rooftop Moms receive a complimentary long-stem rose at a brunch buffet ($65) featuring scrambled eggs with chives, prime rib, chicken tenders and desserts. Build your own bloody mary for $15 or add on bottomless mimosas for $35. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 1:30-3:30 p.m. 1000 E. Grand Ave., 312-535-6660, Osteria Via Stato Pile your plate at this brunch ($79; $40 for kids ages 10 and under) with a made-to-order omelette station, carved dry-aged ribeye, antipasti and ciabatta French toast. 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. 620 N. State St., 312-642-8450, Pippin's Tavern Celebrate with a dueling piano show in the lounge starting at noon and specials including spring egg white frittatas and buttermilk waffles. 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. 39 E. Chicago Ave., 312-982-2752, Prime & Provisions The steakhouse's annual grand buffet brunch ($106; $40 for kids ages 7-12; free for kids 6 and under) features cinnamon French toast and eggs Benedict, carving stations serving maple-glazed ham and slow-roasted prime rib, a raw bar with shrimp, oysters and crab legs, made-to-order omelettes and Belgian waffles, and plenty of sweets. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 222 N. LaSalle Blvd., 312-726-7777, Sifr A four-course tasting menu ($65) from culinary director chef Sahil Sethi includes hummus, a kebab, summer squash dolma and chocolate mousse. 5-8:30 p.m. 660 N. Orleans St., 464-204-8711, Sofitel Chicago A Mother's Day afternoon tea ($65) includes raspberry scones, chocolate-covered strawberries, green asparagus quiche and cucumber tea sandwiches. Noon to 1:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. 20 E. Chestnut St., 312-324-4000, Somerset The restaurant within the Viceroy Chicago hosts a brunch buffet ($89; $25 for kids) including shakshuka, French toast and quiche Florentine plus a glass of prosecco. Add on bottomless mimosas for $35. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 1112 N. State St., 312-586-2000, State and Lake Chicago Tavern All moms get roses as part of a brunch buffet ($60) including a salad bar, mini lobster rolls, lemon ricotta pancakes, grilled lamb chops and butter cookies. 201 N. State St., 312-239-9400, TAO Chicago A brunch buffet features carved Peking duck, crispy chicken gyoza, oysters, barbecue chicken wings, karaage chicken and waffles and a chocolate fountain. $85; $30 for kids; free for kids under 5. 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 632 N. Dearborn St., 224-888-0387, Travelle at the Langham Champagne and mimosas are included in brunch buffet ($285; $85 for kids) featuring avocado toast, piri piri chicken, seafood, dessert and music from an acoustic duo. 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 330 N. Wabash Ave., 312-923 7705, Untitled Supper Club Catch a performance from Ariel during a family-style brunch ($49; $24 for kids under 12). 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 111 W. Kinzie St., 312-880-1511, Yardbird The River North restaurant offers free biscuits and a glass of bubbly for moms all week long, plus specials including a biscuit eggs Benedict ($28), strawberry cheesecake waffle ($22) and strawberry shortcake ($15). 530 N. Wabash Ave., 312-999-9760, North Side & Northwest Side Bar Roma Treat mom to a buffet ($60; $20 for kids 12 and under) including chicken parmesan, beet-pickled deviled eggs, bucatini with beef cheek meatballs and wild mushroom tartlets. 10:30 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. 5101 N. Clark St., 773-942-7572, Eden Surprise mom with a bouquet of flowers ($25-$40) waiting at the table when you take advantage of chef Devon Quinn's specials, including Crab Louie salad and a bagel with lox. 2734 W. Roscoe St., 312-366-2294, Itoko A three-course brunch ($65) includes deviled eggs, nigiri and chicken katsu. 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.. 3325 N. Southport Ave., 773-819-7672, Kit Kat A Mamma Mia! drag brunch ($72) features two hours of mimosas and sangria plus breakfast pastries, a Caesar salad and a choice of entree, including chilaquiles and avocado toast. 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3:15 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. 3700 N. Halsted St., 773-525-1111, Le Sud The Roscoe Village restaurant serves specials including crab Florentine ($26) and lamb skillet ($22) during brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and coconut curry-poached monkfish ($32) from 3-8:30 p.m. 2301 W. Roscoe St., 773-857-1985, Swift Tavern The Wrigleyville restaurant serves a special brunch ($49; $20 for kids, free for kids under 3) featuring one entree per guest plus pastries, roasted salmon and sides for the table. 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 3600 N. Clark St., 773-360-0207, Uvae Kitchen & Wine Bar A three-course brunch ($54) includes Nutella croissants, deviled eggs, brioche French toast and Grand Marnier creme brulee. Add bottomless drinks for $26. 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 5553 N. Clark St., 773-654-1432, West Side & Near West Side Heritage Restaurant & Caviar Bar Share an $85 family-style meal including deviled eggs, spring asparagus, iron skillet-roasted halibut, wood-smoked prime rib and coffeecake with Meyer lemon curd. If you prefer to celebrate at home, place an order by 9 p.m. Friday and pick up a $400 meal for four from 9-11 a.m. Sunday. 2700 W. Chicago Ave., 773-661-9577, Ina Mae Tavern Moms receive a complimentary beignet and facial scrub with the purchase of any brunch entree. The New Orleans-inspired restaurant also offers $10 strawberry and mango mimosas 1415 N. Wood St., 773-360-8320, Nobu The West Loop restaurant offers a luxurious brunch ($85) including sushi, salads, pastries, desserts, chef stations and a DJ. 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 854 W. Randolph St., 312-779-8800, Proxi A four-course brunch ($75) features ube-vanilla marbled pound cake, tuna crudo and dark chocolate mochi cake to share, plus a choice of entrees including jumbo lump crab eggs Benedict and wood-grilled American wagyu bavette steak with eggs. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 565 W. Randolph St., 312-466-1950, Sepia Start brunch ($95; $45 for kids under 12) with caramelized honey brioche, smoked salmon rillettes and endive salad, then choose from entrees including grilled short rib and ricotta agnolotti with black truffle. End the meal by sharing macarons and tea cake. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 123 N. Jefferson St., 312-441-1920, Swift & Sons Choose from cornflake French toast, lobster pierogi, and steak and eggs during a family-style brunch ($95; $20 for kids ages 4-12; free for kids 4 and under) that includes bacon, paprika fried potatoes, biscuits and a berry parfait plus a bloody mary or mimosa for adults. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 1000 W. Fulton Market, 312-733-9420, South Side & Near South Side Chicago Firehouse Restaurant A three-course meal ($75) includes lobster bisque, roasted pork loin and a sweets platter for the table. Add on family-style sides such as creamed spinach ($14) or whipped potatoes with roasted garlic ($12). 1401 S. Michigan Ave., 312-786-1401, The Duck Inn The eighth annual Mother of All Brunches celebration ($125; $55 for kids under 12) includes a bloody mary and mimosa bar, brioche French toast, seafood tower, carved roast beef with truffled horseradish cream, deviled eggs with wasabi tobiko and cinnamon buns. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 2701 S. Eleanor St., 312-724-8811, Mesler Kitchen Take advantage of a complimentary digital photo booth during a three-course brunch ($69, plus $49 for a mimosa package) including mushroom bisque, made-to-order crepes and chicken and waffles. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 1401 E. 53rd St., 773-289-1005, Suburban and multiple locations Aboyer Feast on a three-course meal featuring spring pea soup with shiitake mushrooms, steak frites and creme brulee for $85 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. or $95 from 4:30-7:30 p.m. The dishes are also available a la carte. 64 Green Bay Road, Winnetka; 847-441-3100; Chicago Culinary Kitchen The Texas-style barbecue restaurant offers a full pound of smoked prime rib with a baked potato ($55) for dine-in or takeout. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. 2391 N. Hicks Road, Palatine; 847-701-8243; Eddie Merlot's A brunch buffet ($75; $19 for kids 10 and under) features eggs Benedict, shrimp cocktail, lemon chicken, carved ham and chocolate-covered strawberries from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The breakfast fare gives way to prime rib, chicken marsala and shrimp ceviche from 3-9 p.m. Multiple locations; Evanston Corner Bistro A brunch buffet ($45, $25 for kids 12 and under) includes Caesar salad, penne alfredo and cedar-plank salmon plus mini desserts for the table. Add 90 minutes of mimosas for $22. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 703 Church St., Evanston; 847-492-9700; Francesca's Pile your plate with carved porcini-crusted prime rib at a buffet ($58; $17 for kids ages 12 and under) featuring an egg station until 3 p.m. and a pasta station starting at 4 p.m. Other dishes include rigatoni vodka, shrimp cocktail and smoked salmon with bagels. 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Multiple locations, Giostra A brunch buffet includes a made-to-order omelette station, salads, a carving station, Italian fare, dessert, mimosas and bloody marys. $75; $25 for kids 6-12; free for under 6. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 100 W. Higgins Road, South Barrington; Il Mio A special brunch menu includes bloody marys ($12), Cobb salad ($20), avocado toast ($14), fried chicken sliders ($18), lamb chops ($47) and breakfast potatoes ($7). 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 30 S. Prospect Ave., Clarendon Hills; 630-526-4646; Las Fuentes The restaurant's Lincoln Park, Alsip and Morton Grove locations offer specials including strawberry hibiscus paloma ($14), shredded chicken pozole ($16) and chocolate flan with dulce de leche ($11). Multiple locations, Perry's Steakhouse & Grille All of the restaurant's locations open early, decorating tables with rose petals and serving bloody marys, mimosas and rosé sangria ($14) from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and a 10-ounce filet-stuffed roast ($49) and three-course pork chop supper ($49) from 4-9 p.m. Multiple locations, Prairie Grass Cafe Feast on a brunch buffet from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. featuring grilled asparagus, sliced smoked salmon, omelette and crepe stations, beef bourguignon and sticky pecan rolls. The meal is $78, or $37 for kids 10 and under. You can also place an order by May 8 to pick up Mother's Day dinner for two from 4:30-5:30 p.m. The take-home meal includes pistachio-bread crumb-crusted wild Alaskan halibut ($45), asparagus soup ($12) and strawberry cream pie ($12). 601 Skokie Blvd., Northbrook; 847-205-4433; Prairie Moon A brunch buffet ($36; $15 for kids 5-10) includes scrambled eggs, glazed sliced ham, shrimp cocktail and blueberry streusel coffeecake plus prosecco and mimosas. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 1635 Chicago Ave., Evanston; 847-864-8328; Saranello's A brunch buffet ($55) includes made-to-order crab cake Benedict, shrimp cocktail, an ice cream bar and bottomless mimosas. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 601 N. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling; 847-777-6878; Sweet Mandy B's Samantha Nelson is a freelance writer.
