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Operations

New generation of eco-friendly packaging to be tried by McDonald’s

Two “green” stores slated for Canada will feature wood-fiber cup lids that need no straw, along with wooden utensils.

Operations

Canada aims to ban plastic food containers by 2021

Prime Minister Trudeau says his government will also work with the provinces to require a cleanup of plastic litter by restaurants and other users of nonbiodegradable packaging.

Financing

Can a cup rescue McDonald’s traffic?

By Jonathan Maze on May 17, 2019

The chain is testing a new recyclable cup to replace foam, which many believe could help locations in the South regain some lost drink traffic, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Operations

Maine bans polystyrene food containers

By Peter Romeo on May 06, 2019

The state becomes the first in the nation to outlaw the commonly used packages, with Hawaii, the westernmost jurisdiction, also looking at a ban.

Operations

Cup-sharing programs snag a spotlight in the hunt for eco-friendlier restaurant packaging

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 27, 2019

The plans aim to replace single-use containers with vessels that patrons use and return—often to a different establishment.

Operations

Wendy’s wants to improve its packaging

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 26, 2019

The burger chain has joined a group led by McDonald’s and Starbucks that wants to make more sustainable packages.

Food

Classic and craveable desserts made easier than ever

Sponsored content from our partner Chef Pierre® on Feb. 20, 2019

Beyond convenience, there are several reasons pre-sliced pie is a winner in restaurants.

Operations

KFC to ditch nonrecyclable packaging

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 24, 2019

The chain’s U.S. market has also achieved its goal of antibiotic-free chicken.

Marketing

Dunkin’ Donuts begins transformation into Dunkin’

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 03, 2019

But doughnuts will remain in the promotional spotlight, along with a new coffee drink and sandwiches.

Beverage

Restaurants rethink the disposable coffee cup

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 13, 2018

A host of innovations are being tried to divert single-use hot-drink containers from landfills, from cup sharing to “clever cups” that can order and pay for a refill. Here’s a sampling.