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Happy Hour value and summer flavors

 By Patricia Cobe on Jul. 08, 2025

Menu Talk: Pat and Bret chat about the latest food and drink trends and share an interview with Haim Asher, VP of culinary at Lucille's Smokehouse Bar-B-Que.

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An eye on food waste inspires a chicken salad that becomes a best seller

 By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 11, 2025

Behind the Menu: Millers All Day repurposed leftover breakfast waffles into croutons to create a new signature—the Chicken and Waffle Salad. It’s a unique spin on Southern comfort.

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Michelin-starred chef and owner of Konro arrested on domestic battery charges

By Lisa Jennings on Jun. 05, 2025

It's the second time Jacob Brickelhaupt has faced assault charges. He previously was arrested in Chicago after reportedly attacking his ex-wife.

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Persian food emerges in the Middle Eastern niche

By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 03, 2025

Menu Talk: Pat and Bret discuss the latest flavor trends and share an interview with Danny Grant, chef-partner in Maple Hospitality Group.

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20 years and 20 locations later, Marlow's Tavern remains a fresh neighborhood destination

By Patricia Cobe on May 28, 2025

Chef-owner John C. Metz works hard to keep the menu exciting and the service personal at his Atlanta-based polished-casual restaurants.

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Cannabis drinks make a splash at the National Restaurant Show

By Bret Thorn and Patricia Cobe on May 27, 2025

Menu Talk: Bret and guest co-host Heather Lalley discuss the latest food and beverage trends and share an interview with Susan Bae, executive pastry chef of Moon Rabbit in Washington, D.C.

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Caribou Coffee partners with celeb chef Christina Tosi to launch Milk Bar treats nationwide

By Patricia Cobe on May 07, 2025

The Minneapolis-based coffee chain introduced three Milk Bar-branded cookies to the permanent menu, surpassing estimated sales by 30% in less than a week.

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How one eatertainment concept is elevating its food game

By Patricia Cobe and Bret Thorn on May 06, 2025

Menu Talk: Pat and Bret chat about the upcoming National Restaurant Show, unicorn drinks and barbecue flavors, then share an interview with Mark Boyton, VP of global food & beverage for Puttshack.

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North Italia reinvents happy hour and brunch, updates classics for Spring menu rollout

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 24, 2025

Behind the Menu: Corporate chef Chris Curtiss reworked Italian favorites with refined techniques and created new dishes and drinks for the casual-dining chain, all with an eye on affordability and seasonal ingredients.

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Chain chefs share menu insights

By Patricia Cobe and Bret Thorn on Apr. 22, 2025

Menu Talk: Pat and Bret chat about trends that emerged at the Restaurant Leadership Conference, 4/20 specials and the return of outdoor dining, then share an interview with Bob Johnston, CEO of The Melting Pot.

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