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At least two Philadelphia companies are well positioned to jump into the marijuana-infused food market.

When Fuyao North America opened its massive auto glass plant in the former General Motors plant in Moraine, it represented the largest U.S. investment for a Chinese company. Next to the manufacturing facility sits a restaurant, Taste of the World, which brought a chef from the same province in China as Fuyao chairman Cho Tak Wong. Here’s what I found.

Atmosphere: This place is impressive, with unique woodworking and large windows. The tables and booths are both sophisticated and comfortable, while…

No one can predict the future.

We are now in round three of our Battle of the Breweries and we already have some stunning upsets.

In round two, Bosque Brewing Co. beat out heavy favorite La Cumbre Brewing Co. and it wasn't even close with Bosque mopping up with 62.87 percent of the votes. Bosque will now enter the ring against Boxing Bear. You can view the rest of the results in the slideshow.

Round three will take place now through 7 p.m. Oct 10. Remember, one vote per person per matchup. Complete…

Where else but Memphis might one spy a bank executive jamming to Nas?

The rapper's lyric, “I'm out for dead presidents to represent me,” while the banker dances like nobody's watching was maybe too on the nose to not strain credulity, but it's completely true (even if it's not pictured herein).

Where else but Memphis might one stand next to the founder of one of the largest public companies in America, who is himself standing next to a teenage girl wearing festival shorts and body glitter, who…

Starbucks plans to close one of its Milwaukee locations effective Oct. 26.

A sign posted at the Seattle-based café chain’s shop at 1677 N. Farwell St. at the busy corner of Farwell and Brady streets indicates the store will close permanently in a few weeks.

“With so many choices, we’re thankful you’ve been our customer for so many years,” the note says. “You’ve been more than just someone we’ve served, you’ve become a part of our family.”

Starbucks did not immediately…

Michael Staenberg acquired the brand through his Modern BOSS holding company.

Last year, International Business Machines Corp. led a group of companies across the global food supply chain on a blockchain collaboration.

On Monday, the Armonk, New York-based tech company confirmed that the system is up and running with a growing list of network participants.

The first companies to jump on board with the initiative included Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), Tyson Foods (NYSE: TSN), Unilever (NYSE: UN) and Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT).

Dole, Driscoll’s, Golden State Foods, McCormick…

Michael Staenberg acquired the brand through his Modern BOSS holding company.

Local operators of a Boca Raton, Florida-based fitness chain that was recently named the fastest-growing franchise in America are looking for potential new locations in at least five places throughout the Sacramento area.

That's according to Andrea Sessions, a vice president with The Edwards Co., a locally based commercial real estate firm. Sessions represents Darren and Amy Bassel, the area developers of four local Orangetheory Fitness locations, with a fifth site in the works. Four additional…

The third local installment of Le Dîner en Blanc was held Oct. 6 at the Sacramento Zoo and attracted 1,800 people, according to organizers.

Billed as a “pop-up picnic,” the event was created in Paris 30 years ago and is now held in nearly 80 cities worldwide. Guests don't know the location of the big party in advance. The event requires them to wear all white, bring their own picnic materials and take care of their own leftovers and trash.

See names and faces from Saturday's dinner with the…