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Venture
fromFortune
4 days ago

Apple cofounder Ronald Wayne - whose stake would be worth up to $400 billion had he not sold it in 1976 - says that at 91, he has no regrets. | Fortune

Ronald G. Wayne, a co-founder of Apple, sold his 10% stake for $2,300, which could be worth over $400 billion today.
Silicon Valley food
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

Campbell's Owns This Beloved Snack Brand. Do You Know Which One? - Tasting Table

Campbell's acquired Pepperidge Farm in 1961, expanding its product lineup significantly beyond canned soups.
Washington DC
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

The US State With The Most Costco Locations Per Capita Has Ties To Its Roots - Tasting Table

Washington has the highest per-capita ratio of Costco warehouses in the U.S., providing residents with unmatched convenience.
Retirement
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Warren Buffett's first tax return showed $7 owed to the IRS. The then-paperboy and former Berkshire Hathaway CEO is now worth $143 billion | Fortune

Warren Buffett's journey from a teenage paperboy to a billionaire highlights his early work ethic and views on taxation.
fromLos Angeles Times
5 months ago

Duane Roberts, frozen burrito magnate and Mission Inn owner, dies at 88

Duane Roberts made millions off a food he was initially wholly ignorant of: the humble burrito. It was the 1950s, and his family owned a small meat wholesaler called the Butcher Boy that sold patties to local restaurants, including one of the first operating McDonald's, a location in San Bernardino. As the fast food chain and other burger joints grew in popularity, the family brainstormed other products they could manufacture, Roberts recalled in a 2007 interview with the Orange County Register.
Food & drink
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
9 months ago

This Medieval-Themed Pizza Chain Has Ruled The Same California Spot For Decades - And Isn't Going Anywhere - Tasting Table

Bill Larson founded Round Table Pizza in 1959 to honor his experience with pizza during Navy service, ensuring its legacy continues today.
Canada news
fromTasting Table
10 months ago

The Real Tim Horton Never Got To See His Coffee And Donut Chain Flourish - Tasting Table

Tim Hortons is Canada's largest restaurant chain and a significant part of Canadian culture.
Tim Horton, a hockey legend, played a crucial role in the brand's foundation and success.
fromDaily News
10 months ago

Two big celebrations for Miguel's Jr.: a 50th anniversary and a graduation

Mary Vasquez's journey exemplifies resilience, as she received her high school equivalency diploma at 82 while celebrating the 50th anniversary of Miguel's Jr.
LA food
SF food
fromTasting Table
11 months ago

The Famous Fast Food Chain That Got Its Start In A Gas Station - Tasting Table

KFC's evolution from a roadside gas station to a global empire highlights the perseverance of Colonel Sanders amid economic struggles.
Startup companies
fromComputerworld
1 year ago

Microsoft at 50: the 4 worst train wrecks in the company's history

Microsoft's past challenges include antitrust issues and leadership missteps that hindered innovation and growth.
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