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Why am I loading up on protein?

 By Bret Thorn on May 18, 2026

Food Writer’s Diary: Just because you know a trend is silly doesn’t mean you’re not susceptible to it

Technology

Why these culinary students don't fear AI

 By Joe Guszkowski on May 17, 2026

Young chefs from Northern Arizona University are embracing AI on the job. But there are some tasks they say are best left to humans.

Food

How to eat sushi

By Bret Thorn on May 11, 2026

A visit to the newest Sushi by Bou is a reminder of proper etiquette.

Food

Scott and Jacob Margroff discuss flavor and innovation at Strickland’s

Mar. 10, 2026

Menu Talk: The owners of the Ohio ice cream shop join the weekly restaurant menu and food podcast to talk about their newly opened franchise in Southern California.

Financing

New U.S. food pyramid points to Fogo de Chão, CEO says

By Joe Guszkowski on Jan. 22, 2026

The Brazilian steakhouse chain is in a prime position to meet changing consumer habits, including more protein and greater use of GLP-1s, Barry McGowan said.

Food

Elevate the dining experience and boost loyalty with beloved brand names

Sponsored content from our partner Kraft Foodservice on Dec. 15, 2025

In order to remain competitive, operators must stock brands customers know and love to showcase why diners should visit one establishment instead of another and to highlight value.

Food

Convenience stores borrow from the restaurant playbook, turning signature menu items into traffic drivers

By Heather Lalley on Dec. 03, 2025

From 7-Eleven’s new Japanese-Style Egg Salad Sandwich to Casey’s cult-favorite Breakfast Pizza, convenience stores nationwide are developing signature dishes that set them apart—and boost foodservice sales.

Operations

P.F. Chang's new CEO wants to make the chain an everyday option

By Joe Guszkowski on Nov. 25, 2025

Jim Mazany is leading a turnaround effort at the Asian casual-dining chain focused on making the brand more approachable. But he also wants to enhance the experience. "I’m really looking to move the needle."

Financing

How Panera Bread plans to rise again

By Joe Guszkowski and Lisa Jennings on Nov. 21, 2025

The Week in Restaurants: This week’s episode of the restaurant news discussion podcast looks at Panera’s new turnaround strategy, the latest in Cracker Barrel’s logo saga, and Sweetgreen’s pivot to protein.

Consumer Trends

Consumers are still dining out, with some caveats

By Joe Guszkowski on Nov. 19, 2025

New reports from Toast, OpenTable and Resy show how diner demands are shifting. Late dinner is out, bar seating is in, and the bathroom better be Instagrammable.

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