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U.S. Foodservice Named Outstanding Distributor and Best Partner by National Health Care Network

ROSEMONT, IL (March 9, 2010 - Vocus/PRWEB)—U.S. Foodservice has received top honors as an industry leader in foodservice distribution to healthcare...

RLC roundup: Rays of hope in industry forecasts

As the presentations flashed on the giant screen at CSP’s Restaurant Leadership Conference in Scottsdale, Arizona, this April, stirrings of optimism rippled through the crowd of 1,000 attendees.

(September 16, 2010)—The deadline to comply with a new state school nutrition law is still two years away, but many districts south of Boston are already...

As restaurateurs are we our own worst enemy? The question is not meant to be rhetorical. In fact, I hope it spurs conversation and generates answers from many different viewpoints. From my perspective, the answer is an overwhelming yes. And if we don’t change, our industry is at risk of losing its place as a cornerstone of our economy.

Do customers really eat the low-fat, low-calorie, low-sodium foods they claim they want restaurants to serve? According to the 2010 Healthy Eating Consumer Trend Report developed by food industry consulting group Technomic, almost 50% of the 1,500 consumers surveyed claim to want healthier foods, but only 25% actually consider nutrition when dining out.

WASHINGTON (October 31, 2011 - PRNewswire)—Buoyed by stronger same-store sales and customer traffic levels, the National Restaurant Association's...

Pressure by the government, mandatory calorie labeling and the rise in obesity-related health problems are pushing restaurants to make their menus healthier. According to Packaged Facts, the timing is right, as consumers become more receptive to dietary guidance.

The competition we face today as foodservice operators has never been greater. The taste, presentation and proper handling of the food you serve is critical. You must deliver on the promise. In other words you have to have... quality.

Chicken breast has been the darling of restaurant and home kitchens for a couple of decades, touted for its versatility and health benefits. But lately, operators and consumers are beginning to suffer from white meat fatigue.

The National Restaurant Association (NRA), Washington, DC, has shared its key talking points with ID, to help distributors and DSRs discuss Canada's Bovine...

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