Mario Batali Writing 2 American Cookbooks And More News

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Batali Writing Two Cookbooks: Word is the Italian chef is working on two new books that focus on American cuisine, one out fall 2014, and the other out the year after. [Eater]

A&W Restaurant Closes: The iconic A&W family restaurant in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, closes its doors after 50 years. [KWWL]

Keurig Store Opening: The K-cup system is reportedly looking to open its first retail store in Boston. [Boston Business Journal]

Chipotle Parody: Here is a Funny or Die version of Chipotle's tearjerker "The Scarecrow." [Grub Street]