ingredients

Chick-fil-A is testing a cauliflower sandwich

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 09, 2023

The fast-food chicken-sandwich chain is jumping on the plant-based bandwagon with a cauliflower version of its most popular menu item.

Emerging Brands

Restaurant-less Marriott chain adds hydroponic gardens

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 07, 2022

Guests can harvest the produce if they want to cook in their in-room kitchens. The herbs and vegetables will also garnish the complimentary breakfast service.

Food

Benefits of substituting butter-flavored oil for butter or margarine

Sponsored content from our partner Stratas Foods on Aug. 16, 2022

When substituting ingredients, many operators may not think of fats or oils as top candidates. However, replacing butter or margarine with butter flavored oil (also known as BFO) can greatly benefit restaurant kitchens.

Food

New England restaurants are spared a big supply-chain hit

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 12, 2022

Pork supplies were expected to drop steeply on Aug. 15 because of new farming regulations. But the rules were postponed under an unusual agreement between industry and government.

Food

Quick prep and classic flavors spell success for breakfast time

Sponsored content from our partner Tyson Foodservice on Jul. 27, 2022

As consumers return to eating breakfast at restaurants, operators are working overtime to ensure customer satisfaction stays high even amid challenges such as labor shortages and supply chain issues.

Marketing

Burger King is sued over alleged health risks in its packaging

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 14, 2022

The action focuses on the potential dangers of PFAS, a large class of chemicals commonly found in food wraps and containers.

Consumer Trends

The rise of plant-based diets: Consumers seeking healthier, cleaner options

Sponsored content from our partner Idahoan Foods on Dec. 29, 2021

Health-conscious consumers are increasingly seeking ways to promote wellness across all aspects of their lives, and unsurprisingly, eating a healthy diet is a cornerstone. Currently, the growing appeal of plant-based foods and diets is likely correlated with the growing number of consumers preferring a healthier diet—and for that reason, it’s crucial that operators develop strategies to leverage each of these trends in conjunction.

Food