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Consumer Trends

Dining out is going up

Of consumers surveyed during May and June by Market Force Information, 25 percent said they plan to eat out more over the next three months. That’s a significant jump from the December, 2009 survey, when just 5 percent responded with the same intention.

Bon Appétit Debuts New “Fish to Fork” Sustainable Seafood Sourcing

PALO ALTO, CA (September 21, 2011)—Bon Appétit Management Company is extending its sustainable sourcing sensibilities to a new Fish to Fork seafood...

Aside from the standard glass of juice or fruit cup, most chain menus don’t offer a whole lot of produce at breakfast.

San Diego-based Burger Lounge has gained a devoted following for its handcrafted grass-fed-beef burgers. But for the better burger chain’s limited time...

"Music is the food of love", according to William Shakespeare. It's also money in the bank for restaurant owners. A recent study conducted in central England showed that classical music has the power to persuade people to part with their cash.

When Giorgio Kolaj came to the United States from Italy in 1970 with dreams of opening a pizza shop, he never imagined he'd one day fly to Hong Kong to open franchises

Whether you’re talking about a combi-steam oven or a water goblet, most pieces of foodservice equipment are available in a wide price range.

While the USDA has established identity standards for organic labeling, there are no clear guidelines for sustainable products.

Three meat industry mavens share their strategies for purchasing and menuing underutilized cuts: Scott Popovic, corporate chef with Certified Angus Beef,...

FRESNO, CA (October 3, 2011)—Twenty-four participants have been selected for the California Agricultural Leadership Program (CALP). CALP is an advanced...

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