coronavirus

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

Financing

Why urban markets’ recovery could take a while

By Jonathan Maze on Sep. 02, 2020

While suburban sites are thriving, urban sites have struggled during the pandemic, and the changes could be lasting, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Marketing

National Restaurant Association mounts a campaign to pull dine-in customers back

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 31, 2020

The new multimedia ad campaign aims to whet pent-up demand while also reassuring the public of restaurants’ safety.

Marketing

Jersey Mike's updates its catering menu to address new sensitivities

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 31, 2020

The food is portioned and packed to lessen the chance of human contact

Financing

Blue Star Donuts declares bankruptcy

By Heather Lalley on Aug. 31, 2020

The Portland, Ore.-based gourmet doughnut concept shut down its eight locations amid the pandemic and is working on developing a wholesale operation, according to the filing.

Operations

New Jersey lifts ban on indoor restaurant dining

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 31, 2020

Establishments can re-open their dining rooms at 25% capacity as of 6 a.m. Friday.

Operations

Food halls optimize tech and design to reopen safely

By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 31, 2020

Small tweaks and larger changes are in store for customers as they visit food halls in the age of COVID.

Consumer Trends

4 ‘diner personas’ reveal what motivates restaurant customers in the age of COVID

By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 28, 2020

New research from SevenRooms can help operators understand and meet guest expectations.

Operations

Wisconsin restaurants are urged to make college-aged guests behave

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 28, 2020

The state restaurant association has teamed up with tavern owners and state educators to avert a COVID flare-up among returning University of Wisconsin students.

Operations