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Stress eating skyrocketed on election night, reveals food delivery data

 By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 16, 2020

DoorDash orders trended toward indulgent foods and munchies to calm stressed-out Americans awaiting election results on Nov. 3.

Food

Top flavors driving menus in 2021

 By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 13, 2020

As we near the end of 2020, forecasters are making their predictions on the trends that will gain traction in 2021. Here’s what’s in store on the flavor front.

Food

Menus spotlight turkey, lunch deals, indulgent treats and more to launch the holiday season

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 10, 2020

Taste Tracker: Turkey shows up in expected places at Metro Diner and Ike’s; a rainbow cake to carry out from TGI Fridays; Corner Bakery goes for indulgence and Golden Crust tries plants

Food

8 unique LTOs trending around the world

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 09, 2020

New items launching on global chain menus may provide inspiration for innovation stateside.

Operations

Restaurants winterize menus and service to adapt to chilly outdoor dining

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 07, 2020

Heartier dishes and cooking techniques, heat-retaining serving vessels and creative experiences are luring diners outside.

Food

David Chang enters the battle for chicken sandwich supremacy

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 04, 2020

Fast casual Fuku, the concept Chang built off a fried chicken sandwich, upgrades its signature menu item.

Food

The chicken sandwich wars rage on

By Patricia Cobe on Oct. 27, 2020

Zaxby’s, Church’s and Wendy’s recently joined the battle for chicken-sandwich dominance, but other players got a head start.

Beverage

Global flavors travel from food to drink

By Patricia Cobe on Oct. 26, 2020

Consumers stuck at home are exploring international ingredients through the beverage menu.

Consumer Trends

Plant-based menu items impact restaurant choice

By Patricia Cobe on Oct. 23, 2020

Meat alternatives are playing a bigger role in brand loyalty as a result of the pandemic.

Food

A mixed bag of trends makes menu news this week

By Patricia Cobe on Oct. 20, 2020

Taste Tracker: Roy Rogers and Fuzzy’s go spicy with chicken, Moe’s and Lazy Dog focus on comfort, and health and value continue to drive purchase.

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