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6 LTOs that grabbed attention in April

 By Patricia Cobe on May 01, 2018

Several of the month's top limited-time offers draw attention to cooking technique

Consumer Trends

Top 5 LTOs in December: Craveability vs. Purchase Intent

 By Lizzy Freier on Jan. 01, 2018

Often, the menu items deemed the most craveable aren’t the ones consumers say they’re most likely to purchase.

Operations

6 twists percolating at Starbucks’ latest Reserve Roastery

By Heather Lalley on Dec. 17, 0018

A 23,000-square-foot Reserve Roastery, the second in the U.S., just opened in New York City.

Up to speed

By Bill Main on Oct. 08, 2003

Fast Company is a magazine for, about and inspirational to organizations that embody the attributes that define the best ways to compete, work, and win. In "Is Your Company Up To Speed," from the June 2003 issue, Fast Company poses these questions to businesses who want to be "fast."

Desserts: Sweetening the pot

By Patricia Cobe on May 01, 2010

The dessert menu has typically been a surefire way to boost the check by hitting customers at their vulnerable sweet spots. But for many restaurant patrons,...

Consumer Trends

Citrus brightens up winter menus

Jan. 02, 2013

Using citrus fruits in winter menu items satisfies consumer demand for seasonal ingredients and for healthier fare. These sour-sweet powerhouse fruits not only pack in large doses of vitamin C and potassium, but also offer folate, fiber, and trace minerals. Customers looking to tone down the calorie count have good reason to look for citrus on the menu; the fruits add only about 100 calories per cup to any food item.

Starbucks to raise prices for packaged coffee, other products

Jun. 23, 2014

Citing a climb in coffee costs, the beverages giant says it will selectively increase prices. The hike will be lowest on cups of coffee and highest on bags of beans.

Panera, Starbucks lay groundwork for delivery

Nov. 03, 2014

Panera says the capability is a side benefit of a catering ramp-up, while Starbucks says it’s just about to start the testing.

Starbucks, USA TODAY team to tackle racial issues

Mar. 17, 2015

The coffee giant will have its baristas write the words, Race Together on cups to stimulate the give-and-take. It will also distribute a special supplement from USA Today that looks at racial relations.

Starbucks newest: cotton candy & cupcake Frappuccinos

By Restaurant Business Staff on Jun. 08, 2015

A follow-up promotion will land customers a discount over the July 4 holiday.

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