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Operators bid goodbye to January with winter meals and deals

By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 26, 2021

Taste Tracker: Big discounts at Farmer Boys, Luna Grill wraps it to go, Zaxby’s taps Chinese flavors and bagel seasoning inspires Firehouse Subs.

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Menu favorites get tweaked and seasonal specials return

By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 19, 2021

Taste Tracker: Boston Market launches a chicken sandwich, Panda Express brings back a Chinese New Year signature, Panera adds two new flatbreads and wings take off in new flavors and formats.

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The R&D story behind Chipotle’s Cilantro-Lime Cauliflower Rice

By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 13, 2021

How the fast casual differentiates its version of this low-carb menu star.

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Health, indulgence and spice compete for the menu spotlight

By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 12, 2021

Taste Tracker: Keto-friendly Italian at Fazoli’s, triple chocolate ice cream from Baskin-Robbins and Dickey’s adds heat to the meat.

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Shake Shack’s fried chicken sandwich boasts authentic Korean roots

By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 08, 2021

In developing its new sandwich, the R&D team drew inspiration from several culinary trips to Seoul.

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Another fried chicken sandwich and a stuffed pizza crust make menu headlines

By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 05, 2021

Taste Tracker: Pizza Hut stuffs it to Papa John’s, Sonic enters the chicken sandwich wars and Dunkin’ buzzes in the new year.

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Restaurants squeeze in extra menu surprises as 2020 draws to a close

By Patricia Cobe on Dec. 22, 2020

Taste Tracker: Black Bear’s festive holiday desserts, TGI Fridays Cluck-It Bucket, a hangover cure from Krystal and more new items debut in the last weeks of the year.

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