• Fenway fans are irate over a stadium rule that prohibits beer vendors from seatside sales in the less expensive seating zones. [Globe]
• Casual dining stocks are on the rise, but experts caution that they could fall just as fast. [NYP]
• Packaged food companies are increasingly touting their value to appeal to consumers affected by the economy. [NYT]
• Absinthe may be glamorously louche in theory, but in practice, it’s quite bitter. [WSJ]
•The Southwest grilled-chicken chain El Pollo Loco is running ads challenging rival KFC to a taste test. [WSJ]
