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

The owner of Souplantation and Sweet Tomatoes plans to declare bankruptcy

By Jonathan Maze on May 07, 2020

Garden Fresh Restaurants has hired bankruptcy counsel and says it sees “no way to operate” given FDA recommendations that buffets not open.

Financing

Big Burger King franchisee Carrols sees some dramatic improvement

By Jonathan Maze on May 07, 2020

Store closures, cost cuts and rising sales are putting the operator on a path toward positive cash flow.

Operations

Washington, D.C., passes cap on delivery commissions

By Peter Romeo on May 07, 2020

Third-party services would be prohibited from charging restaurants more than 15% during the COVID-19 health crisis. The measure is awaiting the signature of Mayor Muriel Bowser.

Food

Fast casuals take on dinner

By Patricia Cobe on May 07, 2020

Family meals, popular and profitable now, may be here to stay for some concepts.

Marketing

Chipotle to host a virtual prom celebration

By Heather Lalley on May 07, 2020

The fast casual, long a social media innovator, teamed up with influencers and other brands to create an event for high schoolers whose proms have been canceled due to COVID-19.

Financing