Fast-Food Inflation: Taco Bell’s 1990s value menu prices (as low as 59 cents) have ballooned to today’s $1+ range, with items like Cinnamon Twists and tacos showing steep percentage jumps. Food Science Careers: Viral recipe creator Jeremy Scheck is returning to Cornell for a master’s in food science, turning his “cooking with chemistry” brand into formal study. Crafts Meet Culinary Tourism: Sri Lanka’s Creative Sri Lanka 2030 program aims to turn heritage makers into globally recognized brands, with a new push to connect artisans, exporters, and design. Hospitality Shift to Takeaway: Australia’s dining scene is getting more “to-go,” with takeaway and delivery driving growth as dine-in revenue shrinks—fueling ready-meal and retail pivots. Public Health & Indoor Air: A Purdue-led presentation links cleaning and disinfection products to indoor nanoparticle formation, raising concerns about added air pollution from “fresh” scents. Local Food Events: West Virginia’s Wild Foods Weekend returns Sept. 11–13 for foraging-focused workshops, while St. Louis’s Counterpublic will kick off with free Thai pop-up meals. Cooking Gas Costs: Kathmandu Valley LPG prices jumped after a landslide disrupted transport routes, adding extra charges per cylinder.