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Patricia Cobe

Senior Editor

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Patricia Cobe

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Food

Supply chain kinks snag menu planning

Flexibility is the new mantra, as restaurants are forced to make last-minute switches when products don’t show up at the back door or prices go through the roof.

Consumer Trends

Sales of plant-based meats and milk continue to grow

New data shows that rising meat prices and supply chain snarls are pushing consumers toward plant-based products.

Food

With the launch of its signature chicken sandwich, Panera Bread creates a new menu platform

The Chef’s Chicken Sandwich debuts nationally March 30, expanding the fast casual’s warm and hearty options.

Leadership

Mental health, gratitude take center stage at first in-person WFF since 2019

More than 2,000 people attended the Women's Foodservice Forum Leadership Conference, which also focused on diversity and compassion.

Food

Asian and Mexican cuisines flavor new menu items

Taste Tracker: El Pollo Loco adds birria; Szechuan accents Starbird Chicken; breakfast gets heartier at Taco John’s and Bob Evans while Noodles & Co. tries plant-based chicken; sweet news at Cinnaholic.

Food

National Restaurant Association Show announces 2022 FABI award winners

The annual food and beverage awards recognized 24 products for their uniqueness, taste, creativity and sales potential.

Food

4 Rivers Smokehouse debuts an ‘Inflation Menu’ to cushion rising prices

The budget-friendly menu saves money for both the restaurant group and its customers.

Food

March Madness and spring specials drive menus

Auntie Anne’s and Buffalo’s Café go mad for basketball; BWW ties merch with food; Black Bear and Velvet Taco celebrate St. Patrick all week; and Newk’s and Miller’s turn up the heat.

Food

A decade later, progress to stop the use of gestation crates remains slow

In 2012, McDonald’s and other restaurant companies committed to sourcing pork only from pigs raised in open housing by 2022. The deadline is here, but can they meet it?

Food

bd’s Mongolian Grill overhauls the menu with ingredient upgrades, curated items

The build-your-own bowl concept has expanded its focus through a brand and menu refresh.

Leadership

Golden Corral, Checkers among IFMA's 2022 Silver Plate Award winners

The International Foodservice Manufacturers Association recognizes operators in seven different sectors of the industry with its annual award.

Food

Plant-forward, burgers, sweets and sips all get play on menus

Wow Bao, Rapid Fired Pizza, Corner Bakery and Dog Haus turn to plants; March events inspire Bennigan’s and Toasted Yolk; burgers rock at Hard Rock and Wayback; and Applebee’s goes sweet.

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