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In the heat of a culinary competition, menu trends come to life

By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 25, 2014

As a member of the judging panel for the second annual FARE Culinary Competition, senior editor Pat Cobe shares the trends.

Food

A smokin’ hot sandwich

By Patricia Cobe on Jul. 15, 2014

A smoked brisket sandwich struts its authenticity, thanks to new smokers installed at all Hard Rock Cafes.

Chains up their breakfast game as cereal slips

Jul. 23, 2014

Starved for growth at other mealtimes, as companies battle to change how American's start their day, who will win the day?

Food

Listen to the 'cues

By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 12, 2014

Regional barbecue is moving into the national arena, with fast casuals leading the way.

Food

Qdoba spices up a staple

By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 19, 2014

This summer, Denver-based Qdoba Mexican Grill introduced sweet heat to its menu with the debut of two mango sauces.

Dunkin’ adds almond milk for the health-conscious doughnut customer

Sep. 03, 2014

For the milk-averse, soy products had been the only coffee-creamer option at mass-market chains like Dunkin’. Not anymore.

Beverage

A cleaner, leaner cocktail: a bloody mary makeover

By Patricia Cobe on Sep. 12, 2014

When the Nutritious & Delicious menu debuted at Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar in 2012, it immediately boosted traffic and frequency of visits during lunch and dinner, attracting both millennials and empty nesters, men and women, says Gabe Caliendo.

Beverage

Thinking outside the tap

By Sara Bonisteel on Sep. 12, 2014

“What’s on tap?” no longer is a question only beer-loving customers ask, as restaurant operators realize they can make their concepts buzzworthy and more efficient by adding unexpected beverages to the bar tap.

Food

Global assembly: Asian flavors hit sandwiches

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 10, 2014

Although sandwich consumption is high—people eat more than three per week, reports Chicago research firm Technomic—there’s a lot more competition to differentiate with flavors and ingredients in the quick-service and fast-casual sandwich segment.

McDonald's to pare U.S. menus, ingredient lists

Dec. 11, 2014

Fewer variations will be offered, but the deletions amount to eight fewer food options and five fewer Value Meals.

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