• Stephanie Izard and PETA got into an argument over whether veal can ever be humanely raised. [TOC]
• Anthony Bourdain loves the Chicago hot dog, but has problems with Alinea. [Trib]
• A new crop of hybrid tomatoes claim to mimic the taste of heirlooms without the fuss, but heirloom purists are not impressed. [WSJ]
• Durham, North Carolina’s local food scene is better than ever. [NYT]
• 7-Eleven will soon launch Game Day, a new premium beer. [Dallas News via The Awl]
• Private chefs must deal with the mercurial whims of the rich and famous. [NYP]
• Starbucks will introduce vegan Frappuccinos on May 5. [Quarry Girl via Consumerist]
• Russia’s elite are unhappy that the Icelandic volcano has limited their access to oysters and peaches. [Reuters]