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Nando's Americanizes its menu a bit as U.S. expansion continues

 By Patricia Cobe on May 01, 2024

Behind the Menu: Favorites like mac and cheese, bowls and salads join the fast casual’s Afro-Portuguese-rooted dishes, including the signature peri-peri chicken.

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How a change in portioning and plating skyrocketed Fish Fry sales at Bob Evans

 By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 05, 2024

Behind the Menu: The family-dining chain introduced the new format at the start of Lent and the wild cod items quickly became best-sellers.

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Grand Geneva Resort & Spa's 'Ouisconsin' croissants reflect the state's French legacy

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 28, 2024

Behind the Menu: Hyper-local Wisconsin ingredients and a three-day baking process turn out pastries that are in high demand by hotel guests.

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Why the Smashed Jack sparked record-smashing demand at Jack in the Box

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 25, 2024

Behind the Menu: The chain’s newest menu addition aims to break the mold on what a fast-food burger can be, and customers are buying in.

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Mendocino Farms masters a meaty Philly cheesesteak sandwich—without the meat

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 22, 2024

Behind the Menu: The fast casual uses a mushroom-based meat alternative for its Philly Shroomsteak Sandwich, a new menu item targeted to flexitarians, not just vegans.

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Sour power drives Black Tap's newest burger, fries and shake

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 14, 2024

Behind the Menu: Chef Stephen Parker pairs tangy tamarind and spicy chilies to elevate February’s LTO.

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Fast-casual Brine pays homage to the Pop-Tart with launch of first dessert

By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 28, 2024

Behind the Menu: Chef-partner Joseph LoNigro highlighted all the best parts of the iconic toaster pastry to create a signature, scratch-made treat that’s easy to execute in a limited kitchen.

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Chuck E. Cheese's 'Grown-Up Menu' is the latest piece of a brand refresh

By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 03, 2024

Behind the Menu: The eatertainment chain aims to enhance the experience for all family members at its venues, and food is a big part of the upgrade.

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Bar Louie fills menu gaps to boost traffic beyond happy hour

By Patricia Cobe on Dec. 19, 2023

Behind the Menu: As new VP of culinary, Joel Reynders is expanding the menu in new directions without losing focus on the bar.

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Del Taco pushes the boundaries of birria

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 17, 2023

Behind the Menu: The Mexican chain developed shredded beef birria to launch in a traditional taco and quesadilla, but then chef Jeremias Aguayo gave it a decidedly Asian spin.

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