equipment

Denny's kitchen revamp brings several firsts to the menu

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 16, 2023

The diner chain is now featuring several savory and sweet items baked on-premises, as well as an interactive augmented-reality presentation of the options.

Technology

From the judges' corner: Top trends emerging from this year's Kitchen Innovation awards

By Patricia Cobe on Mar. 15, 2023

20 diverse pieces of equipment earned KI awards from the National Restaurant Association Show, each reflecting one or more overriding trends.

Operations

20 pieces of equipment changing the game in the kitchen

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 27, 2023

The National Restaurant Association Show’s 2023 Kitchen Innovation Awards give kudos to cutting-edge equipment.

Technology

Hatco, Ovention partner with Nala Robotics on automated pizza system

By Joe Guszkowski on Jan. 24, 2023

The system will be able to prepare, cook and store pizzas. It’s being pitched to QSRs, ghost kitchens and convenience stores.

Operations

National Restaurant Association Show opens applications for 2023 Kitchen Innovation Awards

By Patricia Cobe on Sep. 23, 2022

The KI awards recognize cutting-edge, forward-thinking foodservice equipment that improves operations.

Technology

86 Repairs raises $15.2M for equipment management service

By Joe Guszkowski on Jul. 26, 2022

The funding features the first technology investment from Mercato Partners' restaurant-focused Savory Fund.

Operations

From supply chain to supply pain: How getting products became a problem

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 05, 2022

Shortages, delays and soaring costs have become commonplace since the outset of the pandemic. But experts say there were signs of an impending crisis long before anyone heard of COVID.

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