Cracker Barrel removes black-eyed peas from its New Year’s Day menu
Decline of Black-Eyed Peas at Cracker Barrel For years, black-eyed peas have held a special place in Southern New Year’s Day traditions. According to Southern food author John Egerton, these peas are thought to bring good luck for the coming year. Cracker Barrel has been a go-to spot for those wanting to maintain their New […]
New Gun Barrel Background Check Rule Begins January 1, 2026
California’s New Gun Barrel Regulations Starting January 1, 2026, California will limit gun barrel sales to licensed dealers and mandate background checks for such transactions. Governor Gavin Newsom signed this regulation into law on October 10, 2025, emphasizing that all sales of gun barrels must occur through licensed firearms dealers. These dealers will now also […]
Cracker Barrel faces food issues following logo dispute
Cracker Barrel Faces Customer Backlash Over Quality and Branding Changes Cracker Barrel’s CEO, Julie Masino, recently spoke about the significant pushback the company has encountered following a controversial redesign this year. Many customers feel the restaurant’s food quality has declined, citing issues like cold biscuits and reheated sides. The decision to change the iconic logo […]
Cracker Barrel will compensate students who were reportedly refused service due to their disability.
Cracker Barrel Settles Discrimination Allegations After nearly a year-long investigation, Cracker Barrel has come to an agreement with a Maryland school regarding claims of discrimination against special education students. In December 2024, a group of 11 students from Dr. James Crake Elementary School took part in a field trip aimed at helping students with disabilities […]
Cracker Barrel stock drops over 10% as logo issue leads to reduced expectations.
Cracker Barrel has downgraded its sales outlook for the current fiscal year after reporting first-quarter sales that fell short of expectations, a situation exacerbated by an unsuccessful attempt to update its logo and restaurant designs. The Lebanon, Tennessee-based chain revealed on Tuesday that its sales for the three months ending October 31 dropped by 5.7%, […]
Cracker Barrel Patrons Complain About Decrease in Food Quality
Recent reports indicate that some Cracker Barrel patrons have noticed discrepancies in menu items, coinciding with a recent controversy over the chain’s logo redesign. The Wall Street Journal highlighted on Tuesday that regular customers are voicing concerns about the quality of meals and changes to the menu. To streamline kitchen operations and cut costs, the […]
Cracker Barrel CEO Describes Feeling ‘Rejected by America’ After Redesign Failure
Cracker Barrel CEO Reflects on Backlash Over Renovation Cracker Barrel’s CEO, Julie Masino, has expressed feelings of being “fired by America” following the criticism of the restaurant chain’s renovation design. In an interview with Glenn Beck from The Blaze, she addressed the situation months after the company decided to pause renovations and revert to its […]
Cracker Barrel investors dismiss DEI expert following logo controversy, retain CEO
Cracker Barrel Shareholders Make Major Decisions Amid Crisis Following a significant brand crisis that resulted in a massive loss of value, Cracker Barrel’s shareholders made the decision on Thursday to remove board member and DEI marketing head Gilbert Davila. Surprisingly, they opted to retain CEO Julie Fels Masino. This binding vote follows months of upheaval […]
Cracker Barrel shareholders choose nine out of ten board candidates, including the CEO.
Cracker Barrel Board Member Resigns Amid Stock Decline During a recent episode of “The Big Money Show,” panelists discussed the sharp decline in Cracker Barrel’s stock price following the chain’s unsuccessful rebranding efforts. The company revealed that a board member, known for a contentious career in diversity, equity, and inclusion, has stepped down. This announcement […]
Board member linked to Cracker Barrel DEI rebranding failure steps down after facing pressure, including from Glenn Beck.
Cracker Barrel Board Member Resigns After Controversial DEI Rebranding Cracker Barrel has lost a key board member linked to its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. In the wake of a marketing blunder that saw the company alter its famous logo and distinctive in-store décor, Cracker Barrel issued a swift apology and reverted to its original […]