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Bread is rising again on menus and in emerging concepts

 By Nancy Kruse on Mar. 01, 2024

State of the Plate: Once shunned by carb-cutters, bread baskets, baguettes, rolls and other yeast-raised items —especially higher-quality baked goods —are proving to be a hit with customers.

Marketing

Taco Bell shows off its 2024 marketing calendar

 By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 12, 2024

The fast-food Mexican chain is releasing a wide array of menu items this year, including a new Cantina Chicken Menu and a taco made from Salt & Straw ice cream.

Food

Inside the tasty evolution of Mexican food in the U.S.

By Nancy Kruse on Feb. 07, 2024

State of the Plate: RB menu trends columnist Nancy Kruse explains how Glen Bell’s “tay-kohs” walked so birria and other authentic dishes and flavors could become runaway hits with American diners.

Food

Celebrity chef Jet Tila adds another signature dish to Pei Wei’s menu

By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 24, 2024

Firecracker Shrimp brings a sweet-spicy flavor profile and new protein to the fast-casual’s pan-Asian lineup.

Food

Wendy's new Breakfast Burrito is loaded with bacon

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 22, 2024

The fast-food chain, continuing to push breakfast, is offering a burrito with as much bacon as its Baconator. But it’s only available in select markets.

Food

Arizona lawmakers propose a ban on lab-grown proteins and plant products with meaty names

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 19, 2024

Dual bills aim to thwart competition for the state's agricultural industry, and particularly its cattle trade.

Food

Case Study: How Buddy’s Kitchen Upgrades Menu Items with Ease—and How Restaurants Can Benefit

Sponsored content from our partner The Oregon Fruit Company on Nov. 01, 2023

When it comes to offering signature menu items, sometimes all it takes is adding the sweetness of fruit. Learn more today.

Operations

As sales slide, Applebee's touts value and menu innovation

By Joe Guszkowski on Nov. 01, 2023

The chain says promotions like $1 margaritas are working, but it's looking to do more on the permanent menu too.

Food

FDA issues a warning about Canadian oysters

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 27, 2023

The agency is warning restaurants to discard the shellfish if it was supplied during the last 17 days by a Canadian harvester, Future Seafoods.

Food

TGI Fridays plans to make millions by serving sushi

By Joe Guszkowski on Oct. 16, 2023

The bar chain has added food from Krispy Rice at 140 locations in a bid to appeal to younger consumers.

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