The global beer industry is undergoing a period of consolidation as major brewers announce plant closures, layoffs and restructuring plans amid slowing demand and shifting consumer preferences. The closures have impacted major brands as well as small, family-owned breweries. Anheuser-Busch shutters breweries and cuts jobs Anheuser-Busch has recently announced a series of brewery closures across the United States as it [...]
Beloved Texas brewery closes as craft beer industry faces mounting closures
A family-owned Texas craft brewery has poured its final pints after financial pressures forced the business to shut down, marking another closure in the state’s struggling craft beer sector. The brewery joins a growing list of closures nationwide as Americans are drinking less alcohol, forcing a change in the industry altogether. Family-owned brewery founded in 2019 Bear King Brewing Co. opened in early 2019 in downtown [...]
South Carolina craft distillery with cheeky name files for bankruptcy after six years
A South Carolina craft distillery known for its unconventional name and small-batch spirits has closed its doors after filing for bankruptcy earlier this month. The beloved business had a rocky start opening its doors in the height of the COVID pandemic, and was only open for six years prior to the bankruptcy filing. Distillery founded as a retirement venture Rotten Little Bastard Distillery was founded by Brian and [...]
Barbecue chain closes majority of Michigan locations after bankruptcy filing
Barbecue fans in Michigan are seeing fewer options as a once-popular chain continues to scale back operations nationwide. The closures come as part of a broader restructuring effort tied to bankruptcy filing from its parent company, which occurred in late January 2026. Smokey Bones shrinking Smokey Bones is a casual dining barbecue chain known for its slow-smoked meats, grilled favorites, and sports bar-style atmosphere. [...]
Nashville-style chicken chain files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy following pandemic popularity
A fast-growing Nashville hot chicken concept that began as a pandemic-era food truck is seeking bankruptcy protection after only a few years in operation. What began as a food truck in New York quickly expanded to standalone restaurants, but unfortunately the growth couldn't be sustained financially. Rapid growth after pandemic launch Hen House Nashville Hot Chicken was launched in 2021 by founder Sal Andolina in [...]
How To Make Lilac Sugar
Making lilac sugar is a simple and beautiful way to bring the outdoors into your kitchen. With its delicate flavor and soft floral aroma, it’s a lovely addition to your spring and summer recipes. If you’re looking for a beautiful way to capture the essence of spring, this Lilac Sugar is as simple as it is special. Made with just fresh lilac flowers and sugar, this floral infusion adds a light, delicate sweetness to [...]
