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Mary Ferguson
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Mary Ferguson is a senior food and dining writer for Times Media Service, based in Los Angeles, California. A former chef, Ferguson covers restaurants, culinary trends, chefs and the broader food industry. Ferguson holds a master's degree in food science and human nutrition and grew up in Springfield, Illinois.
Stories by Mary Ferguson
10 stories
June 2026
2 stories: 2 news stories
Fri
News: Business and Finance · United States
Papa Johns Closing 300 Stores in North America by 2027
Papa Johns announces plans to close 300 underperforming locations across North America by 2027, alongside corporate workforce cuts, to boost unit economics. Find out more.
Mon
News: Business and Finance · World
Blackpool’s £1 Burger: Chris Higgitt’s Inflation-Proof Secret
May 2026
1 story: 1 news story
Sun
News: Business and Finance · United States
McDonald’s Ends Self-Serve Soda Fountains in U.S. Dining Rooms
April 2026
1 story: 1 news story
Tue
News: Politics · United States
DoorDash Grandma Delivers to White House, Meets Trump on Tax Policy
March 2026
2 stories: 2 news stories
Mon
News: Food and Dining · United States
Ruth’s Chris Dress Code Stirs Debate: What You Need to Know
Wed
News: Food and Dining · United States
Chick-fil-A Reverses Waffle Fries Recipe Change After Backlash
January 2026
1 story: 1 news story
Thu
News: Health · United States
Spring & Mulberry Chocolate Recall: Salmonella Bars Pulled
Spring & Mulberry issued a nationwide recall for its Mint Leaf Date-Sweetened Chocolate Bars due to Salmonella risk. Check lot #025255 & get a refund.
December 2025
2 stories: 2 news stories
Tue
News: Media · California
In-N-Out 67 & 69 Meme: Fact Checking Viral Fast Food Claims
Sun
News: Health · California
California Warns Against Foraging Wild Mushrooms After Death, Liver Damage
September 2025
1 story: 1 news story
Sun
News: Health · California
Bowtie Pasta Deli Recall in California: Listeria Risk