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Del Taco is combining quesadillas with tacos

 By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 26, 2021

The chain is introducing a line of Stuffed Quesadilla Tacos with either chicken or steak along with a line of caramel beverages.

Beverage

Pumpkin spice latte makes its 18th seasonal debut at Starbucks

By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 23, 2021

The coffee giant brings back the long-running fall favorite along with a pumpkin-themed cold brew and other treats.

Beverage

A zero-waste bar program inspired by the food side of the menu

By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 20, 2021

Robert et Fils’ beverage director repurposes leftover sweet and savory ingredients into inventive cocktails and nonalcoholic drinks.

Food

Chipotle is testing a new plant-based chorizo

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 19, 2021

The chain is testing the protein at some restaurants in Denver and Indianapolis. It is made with pea protein.

Food

3 ways globally inspired offerings are driving sales

Sponsored content from our partner Sigma Foodservice USA on Aug. 18, 2021

There are three big ways that globally inspired offerings can drive sales: They appeal to diners seeking new and novel foods; they can boost profits by being sold at a premium; and they drive the small-plates trend, which allows consumers to try something new without a big commitment.

Operations

PITA Mediterranean Street Food looks to colleges and stadiums for expansion

By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 12, 2021

Nontraditional locations offer franchisees lower operational costs and high traffic, said the CEO.

Food

Plants continue to grow on menus

By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 10, 2021

Taste Tracker: Pizza Hut, Dog Haus and Lucille’s add plant-based items; it’s back-to-school time for Carl’s Jr. and McAlister’s; Red Robin heats up while BurgerFi cools off; and BBQ season is not over yet.

Food

Simplified menus, plant-based options reign in post-pandemic foodservice

Sponsored content from our partner Conagra Foodservice on Aug. 10, 2021

Finding versatile ingredients that can meet the demand for plant-based choices while also being used in other menu items is key when simplifying the menu.

Food

Bacon all day and new beverages drive Cracker Barrel’s fall menu

By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 10, 2021

The full-service family dining chain takes bacon beyond breakfast and debuts seasonal drinks.

Food

Labor pains are hitting menus where it hurts

By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 03, 2021

Higher wages, fewer workers and supply challenges are disrupting restaurant menus. But raising prices isn’t the only answer.

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