"Impact of Bird Flu Outbreak on Bay Area Cuisine"
The avian flu outbreak has devastated duck farms in the Bay Area, causing a sharp decline in duck supply and impacting restaurants that heavily feature duck dishes. Sonoma County, particularly, has been hit hard, with millions of birds euthanized. Restaurants are adapting by considering frozen duck alternatives and assuring diners of the safety of consuming duck. While the situation poses challenges for businesses, they are committed to supporting local farms and ensuring food safety for their customers.