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Consumer Trends

The 10 most alluring LTOs in July

 By Lizzy Freier and Brett Dworski on Aug. 07, 2017

Consumers reveal which chain limited-time offers they were most likely to order last month based on the name and description.

Operations

50 great ideas 2017

 By Restaurant Business Staff on Nov. 20, 2017

We present 50 smart, trend-forward ideas that have hit the restaurant industry throughout the year.

Food

As snacking rises, here's how to lure snackers' attention through the menu

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 24, 2018

Operators are turning to both obvious and catchy names for new menu sections that tap into the snacking trend.

Food

‘Better chicken’ emerges as product of the moment

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 24, 2017

Nevermind better burgers. Chicken is ruling the roost for limited-service restaurants, as the latest round of limited-time items attests.

Food

A Vietnamese sandwich goes vegan

By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 15, 2017

Pret A Manger gives banh mi a meatless makeover.

Operations

This week’s 5 head-spinning moments: Holiday surprises

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 01, 2017

Restaurants gave and received their share of aha's. Here's a sampling.

Food

4 wild and crazy ice cream concoctions

By Patricia Cobe on May 08, 2017

These operators go beyond the standard cones, sundaes and flavors to indulge fans.

Consumer Trends

Who cares the most about healthy options?

By Lisa Arnett on Aug. 21, 2017

Check out which limited-service customers are prioritizing health.

Food

6 satisfying snack recipes

By Patricia Cobe on Dec. 06, 2017

Rushed, unpredictable schedules, as well as the latest menu trends, call for snacks that satisfy at any time of day. These recipes are a must-try at the holidays.

Beverage

How operators are squeezing profits from water

By Jill Failla on May 16, 2017

Operators turn to infused water as soda sales slide.

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