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Pumpkin spice is exploding on menus—and it's earlier than ever

 By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 10, 2023

Summer’s heat wave continues to blanket the country and fall is officially more than a month away, but the influx of pumpkin on chain menus began as soon as the calendar flipped to August.

Food

Big flavors power up menus at Papa Johns, Wingstop and Piada

 By Patricia Cobe on Jul. 24, 2023

Taco Bell brings back a winner; summer sipping at Wetzel’s and Haagen Dazs; Krispy Kreme and Smalls Sliders invite indulgence; and spicy shrimp comes to Salata.

Food

How Yogurtland's flavorologists push the envelope on what frozen yogurt can be

By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 15, 2023

President Sam Yoon drives menu innovation and growth to differentiate the frozen yogurt experience.

Food

TGI Fridays invites guests on a customization journey with new Grilled & Sauced menu

By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 13, 2023

Nine mix-and-match sauces + six proteins = a new frontier in flavor and personalization at Fridays.

Food

Is Wafu cuisine the next big thing?

By Patricia Cobe on Dec. 02, 2021

The culinary techniques and flavors from Japanese and Italian cultures combine to drive this emerging cuisine. But don’t call it fusion.

Operations

Technomic: Labor and supply shortages will challenge menu innovation in 2022

By Patricia Cobe on Oct. 28, 2021

The industry recovery will continue, but the limitations will have a big influence on the menu in the coming year.

Consumer Trends

Deliver authentic flavor without over-stressing back-of-house staff

Sponsored content from our partner Sigma Foodservice USA on May 27, 2021

For operators—who are already offering global dishes or who want to start doing so—another important factor to consider when creating these meals is the labor involved.

Food

Test your flavor knowledge

Sponsored content from our partner Boar’s Head Brand® on Nov. 09, 2020

The pandemic has changed what consumers are looking for when they order restaurant food. It’s also forced many operators to simplify their menus to minimize waste and maximize profits.

Food

Signature sauces boost brand loyalty—and the bottom line

Sponsored content from our partner Texas Pete on Mar. 17, 2020

A signature sauce can help restaurants generate guest loyalty while also giving consumers a chance to customize dishes to suit their own flavor and heat preferences.

Food

Inspire sales by pairing familiar and innovative flavors and formats

Sponsored content from our partner Smithfield Culinary on Feb. 10, 2020

By offering familiar foods and flavors with updates, operators can ensure diners feel confident about what they’re ordering.

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