Not only was a Chicago restaurant just named the greenest eatery in the United States, but its second Chicago location managed to snag the number two spot in the Green Restaurant Association's review of hundreds of certified members. Uncommon Ground on Devon earned top marks in all seven categories: energy, food, water, waste, disposables, building and pollution production, the GRA reports, netting a total of 365 points.

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The world's largest beverage maker will display the new vault containing the formula at its Atlanta museum.

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Holiday Celebrations are Sweeter With Confectionery.

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I would say there are seven life lessons I learned from "Star Trek" that I take with me to this day. These are lessons I hope to pass along to my own children someday--but for now, I will share them with the interweb.

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Experts claim the 'gastric pacemaker' can train obese people to eat normal-sized meals without the need for surgery that drastically changes the size of their stomach.

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Burger King might be a little late to the festivities, but that doesn't discount them from what might take the cake for the grandest of all tributes honoring the 125th anniversary of the Statue of Liberty. The fast food giant has constructed a massive crown 15 feet high by 19 feet wide, that starting Monday will float along the Hudson River making its way towards Liberty Island to celebrate the Lady's birthday.

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Dippin' Dots Inc., maker of the tiny orbs of ice cream that are a staple of American malls and amusement parks, has filed for Chapter 11 protection in federal bankruptcy court in the Western District of Kentucky.

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You might have to pay more for you pecan pie this Thanksgiving and holiday season. The United States, one of the world top growers of the tree nut, is facing a smaller supply due to a draught and a high demand from Chinese consumers.

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Days before Halloween, federal regulators have a word of caution about an old fashioned candy treat---licorice.

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American children as young as 12 months are developing unhealthy dietary patterns which may lead to obesity in later life, according to a study by Nestlé Nutrition.

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The Food Channel presents its Top Ten Beverage Trends for 2011. The list is based on research conducted by The Food Channel in conjunction with CultureWaves, the International Food Futurists, and Mintel International.

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Google Inc. acquired Zagat Survey LLC, the review service known for its burgundy-colored restaurant guides, adding features designed to boost ad revenue from local businesses.

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Consumption of Sugar Drinks in the United States, 2005–2008

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Shark fin ban in California clears key vote, now heads to full Senate. Some Chinese-American lawmakers oppose ban of fin, which is featured in popular soup.

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Glamour magazine and Krispy Kreme are teaming up in the U.K. on a Glamour-branded donut that will be sold in Tesco stores, Krispy Kreme locations and elsewhere.

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AARP Foundation report finds 1 in 11 Americans 50-plus at risk of hunger

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Investigators blame vinegar stored in former antifreeze barrels for mass food poisoning outbreak in Xinjiang region

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The Cheesecake Factory, a restaurant known for its heaping portions and epically long menu, has expanded its lower-calorie offerings with the new "SkinnyLicious" menu. The new menu, set to debut August 9 with a five-week rollout, features almost 50 dishes under 590 calories, with small plates and appetizers all under 490 calories and five "Skinny" cocktails under 150 calories.

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