coronavirus

Industries all across the country are experiencing the disruptive impact of the COVID-19 Coronavirus. Discover how it could affect the U.S. foodservice, grocery and convenience industries.

Financing

Ark Restaurants learns how risky the pandemic can be for independents

One of the multi-concept operator's priorities right now is holding onto year-end holiday bookings.

Operations

Nearly 24,000 restaurants are closed, Yelp says

Half of those are permanent. At first glance, the figure is smaller than earlier estimates.

Operations

Seafood prices reflect a complex supply chain

By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 24, 2020

The pandemic wreaked havoc on the foodservice-dependent fishing industry. Now restaurants are dealing with higher costs.

Marketing

Domino’s starts a registry for postponed weddings

By Jonathan Maze on Jun. 24, 2020

The chain will let friends and family send pizzas to couples whose events were delayed due to the coronavirus.

Financing

10 big challenges restaurants face post-COVID

By Jonathan Maze on Jun. 24, 2020

Navin Nagrani, from Hilco Real Estate, joins the RB podcast “A Deeper Dive” to discuss pain points the industry faces in the coming months.

Operations

With virus cases rising, states consider rolling back reopening plans

By Heather Lalley on Jun. 23, 2020

Some states are seeing record numbers of coronavirus cases, calling into the question the safety of continuing with phased reopenings of restaurants and bars.

Marketing