• Madison, WI, is considering offering a municipal bond that will support local farmers and food producers. [Milwaukee J-S]
• Whiting, Indiana’s annual Pierogi Fest included an inevitable bacon pierogi this year. [SFoB]
• Organic farms and grocers are adding private label products to appeal to budget-conscious consumers. [WSJ]
• Issac Mizrahi is now selling cheesecake on QVC. [WSJ]
• Greenpeace has started Traitor Joe’s, a site protesting Trader Joe’s selling of red-list seafood. [Serious Eats]
• The Cheesecake Factory is curtailing expansion and instead, focusing on improving service. [WSJ]