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.

Operations

Fighting for their lives

By Heather Lalley on Mar. 20, 2020

Independent restaurant operators battle to keep their businesses as the coronavirus spreads.

Financing

Needing cash, restaurant companies tap their banks

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 20, 2020

Several companies have drawn down on revolving credit lines as they seek to build up cash to get through a rough period.

Operations

Darden to close all of its dining rooms

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 20, 2020

The casual-dining giant will continue to offer takeout while rolling out self-delivery.

Consumer Trends

Industry shows support for one another, their communities

By Kristina Hurtig on Mar. 20, 2020

Foodservice groups and establishments prove “it truly takes a village” as the coronavirus pandemic intensifies.

Financing

Starbucks is closing access to its cafes

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 20, 2020

The coffee chain is going to a drive-thru-only model for at least two weeks and will pay workers for the next 30 days whether they come to work or not.

Operations

Darden provides a glimpse of COVID’s impact

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 19, 2020

The parent of Olive Garden and LongHorn Steakhouse detailed how it has changed operations to temper the wallop, and warned of the potential damage if the situation worsens.

Financing