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Food

Taco Bell gives its Naked Chalupa a plant-based shell

 By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 23, 2021

Taco Bell swaps out chicken for a crispy shell made with veggies to bring more innovation to the menu for vegetarians.

Food

California Pizza Kitchen launches a chickpea crust

By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 22, 2021

Chickpeas move in to dethrone cauliflower as the next low-carb, gluten-free, veggie-based pizza crust option.

Workforce

It’s tougher than ever to find summer help

By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 09, 2021

Restaurants that rely on seasonal workers are scrambling to fill jobs. In the meantime, they’re trying different tactics to make up for the labor gap.

Food

Casual dining picks up the pace with new menu launches

By Patricia Cobe on May 24, 2021

Taste Tracker: On the Border goes back to the future; O’Charley’s fires up for summer; Red Robin and PT’s Tavern celebrate burgers; and QSR menus see some action, too.

Operations

5 lessons learned as Melt Shop grew and evolved

By Patricia Cobe on May 21, 2021

Founder and CEO Spencer Rubin shares how he adapted Melt Shop and its menu to changing tastes and times.

Food

Plants keep growing on menus in sandwiches, salads and more

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 27, 2021

Taste Tracker: Nathan’s and Buona go meatless; spring salads from Cava, Mod Pizza and more; Silver Diner adds a dozen seasonal specials; and tacos trend for Cinco de Mayo.

Food

Nathan’s Famous opts for thighs in two new chicken sandwiches

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 14, 2021

The chain’s Nashville Hot Fried Chicken Sandwich and Sticky, Spicy Grilled Chicken Sandwich feature dark meat instead of the more popular breast.

Food

IHOP’s new Bacon Obsession menu feeds fans’ cravings from breakfast through dessert

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 13, 2021

Family-dining chain IHOP debuts an upgraded bacon comparable to a steakhouse item. The new steakhouse premium bacon is showcased in several new items on IHOP's Bacon Obsession menu.

Food

Chicken sandwiches take on the world

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 09, 2021

Chains in international locations are offering riffs on the trendy fried chicken sandwich.

Food

New menu items boast pumped-up flavors and ingredients

By Patricia Cobe on Mar. 29, 2021

Taste tracker: Del Taco is sweet on chipotle; steak and shrimp partner up at Panda Express; new spins on pizza at Pizza Inn, Round Table and Cosi; and a no-joke cocktail for April Fool’s Day.

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