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Saga Hospitality Group's James Kent dies unexpectedly at age 45

 By Lisa Jennings on Jun. 17, 2024

Officials say the cause of death was a heart attack. The executive chef of New York concepts Crown Shy, Saga and Overstory had a number of projects in the works and seemed at the top of his game.

Leadership

Meet the 2024 class of James Beard Award-winning chefs

 By Lisa Jennings on Jun. 13, 2024

Many of these winners are known regionally, but not on a national level. Who are these culinary stars, where do they cook, and what did they wear to the awards ceremony?

Food

Applebee's upgrades chicken sandwiches with new techniques and flavors

By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 10, 2024

Behind the Menu: VP of Culinary Shannon Johnson introduced hand breading, a larger chicken breast and craveable flavor profiles to elevate the platform.

Leadership

CIA names Google foodservice exec Michiel Bakker as president

By Lisa Jennings on May 24, 2024

Bakker will succeed Tim Ryan, who moves to the position of chancellor of the Culinary Institute of America.

Food

An insiders' look at the 2024 MenuMasters Awards

By Patricia Cobe on May 21, 2024

Menu Talk: Pat and Bret deconstruct the ceremony and gala and share their take on the National Restaurant Show.

Food

Chefs from McDonald's, Cava, Del Taco and more honored with 2024 MenuMasters awards

By Patricia Cobe on May 20, 2024

The annual event recognized menu innovation at five restaurant chains, plus Chef Nancy Silverton’s induction into the MenuMasters Hall of Fame.

Operations

How to navigate the National Restaurant Show like a pro

By Lisa Jennings and Patricia Cobe on May 08, 2024

Whether you’re a first timer or conference veteran, here’s what you need to know about the biggest restaurant show in the Western hemisphere, which begins in Chicago on May 18.

Food

Eating your way around Chicago

By Patricia Cobe and Lisa Jennings on May 03, 2024

10 notable places to check out while in town for the National Restaurant Association Show.

Workforce

Tomorrow's aspiring industry leaders strut their stuff at ProStart's national competition

By Peter Romeo on May 02, 2024

The program's best went head to head for a weekend in Baltimore, with 96 teenaged teams vying for $200,000 in scholarships to continue their restaurant educations.

Food

Menu trends at RLC, how a St. Louis chef is elevating sushi, and hot sauces and LTOs in the spotlight

By Patricia Cobe and Bret Thorn on Apr. 23, 2024

Menu Talk: Pat and Bret dig into the latest food and drink trends and news.

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