Local Restaurant Feels Heat From Tomato Tariffs, Promise to Keep Quality Intact

Tomato prices rise due to President Trump's tariffs

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- President Trump's 17% tariffs on Mexican tomatoes could impact grocery store prices in the U.S. Although tomato prices may only rise by a few cents, this increase comes at a time when other products are also facing other higher tariff prices. Mexico's National Association of Importers and Exporters (ANIERM) states

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Charlotte Maggio bought an upright freezer for her basement during last year’s holiday sales and has been stocking it with home-cooked meals.An avid tracker of grocery deals, the retired librarian also stocks up on coffee when she finds it at a good price. She typically spends about $230 a month on groceries, including occasional treats.“I’m hoping those measures will help me avoid spending on things that become severely inflated in price,” says…

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Local restaurant feels heat from tomato tariffs, promise to keep quality intact

SAN DIEGO (KGTV) Local restaurants in the Gaslamp are already feeling the squeeze from the latest tariffs, especially those who rely on fresh ingredients from across the border.At Kaluu on Fifth Avenue, fresh tomatoes from Baja California are a cornerstone of the kitchen. But with the U.S. now placing a 17% tariff on Mexican tomatoes, that staple is suddenly more expensive.We get our tomatoes fresh from Baja, said Kaluu General Manager Kayla Bou…

Young Kim’s silence on the tomato tariff is failing our community

The tomato tariff is a test of leadership.