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Cracker Barrel, Cowboy Chicken and Logan's Roadhouse send out holiday feasts

Taste Tracker: Ruby Slipper and Burgerville feed the morning crowd; drink it up at Mellow Mushroom and Sip Fresh; Insomnia and Pinkbox sweeten the day; and more menu news of the week.

Food

Princess Cruises charts a new culinary course with Chef Rudi Sodamin at the helm

The head of culinary arts oversees menus and concepts on 17 cruise ships, managing a “United Nations of Chefs” much like a coach does with a football team.

The association wants operators to speak out against a ban on service fees, which have become increasingly popular at restaurants.

Taste Tracker: White Castle riffs on sliders; the Double Decker Taco returns to Taco Bell; shades of red at Modern Market; new global sauces for Quizno’s and Sweetfin; and Playa Bowls adds seasonal spirit to the menu.

Just in time for finals week, fans can get a Taco Bell SOS Kit delivered to their dorm room, designed to be eaten in bed.

Owner Lynsi Snyder said the longtime executive was known for values-based leadership and a commitment to quality.

Taste Tracker: Krispy Kreme rushes into Christmas; cocktails make a splash at Bonefish and Ted’s Montana Grill; comfort foods rule at Tender Greens; and wings take flight at Pei Wei.

Eager fans can have a first bite at select locations on Dec. 4, National Cookie Day.

The holiday lineup is all about indulgence on the food side, but beverage innovation shares equal status with culinary when it comes to menu promotions.

The chicken chain is permanently introducing wings on Wednesday, adding three new variations.

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