Coronavirus

Industries all across the country are experiencing the disruptive impact of the COVID-19 Coronavirus. Discover how it could affect the U.S. foodservice, grocery and convenience industries.


Financing

Cracker Barrel opts not to rescue Punch Bowl Social

The eatertainment chain faces foreclosure and has already closed all 19 units and laid off its staff.

Leadership

Chef Floyd Cardoz dies after contracting the coronavirus

Cardoz, 59, was a noted figure in New York City’s restaurant scene for decades.

After closing or limiting operations due to the coronavirus, restaurants are reporting robberies. Here are some ways to avoid becoming a target.

The chain plans to temporarily simplify its menu as it helps franchisees operate more efficiently during the coronavirus shutdown.

Vegetables were up nearly 41%, while fruits increased 27% for the week ending March 15, 2020.

QuickEats, a tiny, cashierless store in California, debuts AWM's Frictionless technology to address safety protocols.

New emergency distribution fund supports nonprofit organizations

Next show to take place May 24-27, 2021, in Chicago

Category is one of two experiencing higher demand during COVID-19 crisis, CSP survey finds

The buffet chain said it will help the laid-off employees with food and assistance in accessing public benefits.

The layoffs affect about 70% of the billionaire's workforce.

Applebee’s and Panera Bread franchisee Ed Doherty joins this week’s RB podcast A Deeper Dive to discuss the impact of the shutdown on his business.

The abrupt change in consumer behavior and the prospect of a recession that has come along with the pandemic points to encouraging longer-term trends at the extreme food discounter.

C-stores must prepare for the worst while remaining open during COVID-19

Retailer adds contactless delivery option

The burger giant expects closures and sales declines to impact its financial results, though it can’t predict how much.

With valuations reset, investment firms not busy rescuing their existing companies could snap up restaurants at bargain prices, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Sales could fall 11% to 27% this year, according to Technomic, as the coronavirus shutdown hammers operators and ignites a recession.

The retailers temporarily close stores for deep cleans and restocking after team members test positive for COVID-19.

‘No dramatic change’ as people continue to smoke in stressful times, analyst says

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