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The labor shortage has left restaurants, schools and healthcare facilities in a crunch, forced to adjust operating hours and menus on the fly. Combined with additional capacity mandates and everchanging restrictions, operators need turnkey... Continue Reading

What started as direct-to-consumer subscriptions has become Year-Round.® a phenomenon in foodservice. Meal kits grew in popularity as consumers stayed home to cook, but many operators leveraged the opportunity to... Continue Reading

With immunity top of mind for many consumers, offering menu items made from ingredients that are rich in vitamin C can help demonstrate that you care about their well-being and desire for functional foods... Continue Reading

Health and nutrition will always be top priority in the healthcare channel, but there is still a need to improve customer satisfaction even while working to streamline menus... Continue Reading

Healthy eating habits are a growing concern for many Gen Z’ers, and offering menu items made from wholesome ingredients can help demonstrate that you care about their well-being... Continue Reading

With food waste, seasonality and food safety at the top of every operator’s mind, it’s time to think about the advantages that frozen fruit can bring to the table. Continue Reading

As consumers become more familiar with international fare, they’re looking to expand their palates in new ways. We’re seeing this play out in three distinct directions. Continue Reading

As consumers become more familiar with international fare, they’re looking to expand their palates in new ways. We’re seeing this play out in three distinct directions. Continue Reading

Shareable menu items are perfect for showcasing a chef’s creativity and culinary point of view. By introducing guests to unique flavors in an experiential format, shareables have a high perceived value—and great profit potential. In this issue, we’ll uncover the trend... Continue Reading

From grilled cheese to green bean casserole; pot roast to pizza—comfort food dishes appeal to the child in all of us. These feel-good favorites are a source of consumer delight on every menu, and the comfort food category is a great place to introduce signature flavors... Continue Reading

Handheld menu items hit on so many of today’s consumer hot buttons— they’re portable, they’re convenient, they’re perfectly portioned and perceived as a great value. And with interest in global flavors continuing to grow, handheld items are the ideal vessels... Continue Reading

It’s no surprise that flavor and indulgence are key attributes for patrons choosing to order desserts when dining out. While decadent desserts will always have a place on the menu, it’s important to consider the needs of consumers who are looking to satisfy their sweet tooth... Continue Reading

Nothing speaks to the identity of a country, region or neighborhood like signature local cuisine. The street food category hits on such culinary hot buttons as authenticity, “food with a story” and bold flavors—the issues that today’s consumers truly care about. In this issue,... Continue Reading

Call it brinner, brunchfast or simply all-day breakfast. The point is, consumers crave breakfast-inspired dishes at all hours of the day. In this issue, we’ll investigate how breakfast dishes can be transformed into appetizers, entrées, sandwiches and even desserts that can be menu... Continue Reading

It’s healthy. It’s delicious. It stands on its own, but it complements myriad other ingredients. We’re talking, of course, about fruit! In this issue, we’ll explore how fruit can play a larger role in menu development—supported by recipe ideas, culinary tips and industry examples. Continue Reading