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2017 James Beard Foundation Awards nominees revealed

 By Heather Lalley on Mar. 15, 2017

This year's class of nominees include newcomers and industry veterans. Winners will be announced May 1.

Operations

Taco Bell maximizes small space with shipping-container design

 By Heather Lalley on Mar. 16, 2017

Corrugated-metal, pre-fab unit being tested in L.A.

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Bojangles’ uses design to highlight its scratch-made philosophy

By Lauren Hallow on Mar. 21, 2017

Bojangles’ newest prototype features what the chain calls a Biscuit Theater. Behind the cash register is a window looking into the kitchen, where biscuits are prepared.

Krystal launches new restaurant prototype

By Benita Gingerella on Apr. 03, 2017

It’s the burger chain’s first new unit design in over a decade.

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Extreme Makeover: Restaurant edition

By Heather Lalley on Apr. 03, 2017

Five reconcepting must-dos from operators who've revamped

Technology

Off-premise: the future of foodservice?

By Sara Rush Wirth on Apr. 12, 2017

More channels means more competition and a rethinking of the industry.

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13 weirdest customer draws at restaurants

By Kelly Killian on Apr. 12, 2017

See what passes as entertainment at restaurants these days.

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4 stealable business ideas from Spain

By Jill Failla on Apr. 13, 2017

Restaurateurs in Spain have hit on some unusual ways to address problems they have in common with peers in the United States. Here are a few of the innovations.

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Chefs pull double duty at Copia

By Lauren Hallow on Apr. 13, 2017

A new CIA restaurant addresses wage gaps.

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Time to set up the outdoors

By Benita Gingerella on Apr. 14, 2017

Rooftops and patios can be a big draw—if the upfront costs add up.

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