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Beverage
Hilton's new 'apertivo hour' offers an Italian-style rooftop bar experience that spans the seasons
Behind the Menu: The hotel’s food and beverage team transformed the former summertime bar atop the Conrad New York Downtown into Leonessa, turning the space into a three-season destination with a cocktail list filled with spritzes, bitters, martinis and spirit-free drinks.
Operations
Traditional taco concepts crumble, while unconventional Mexican fast casuals find the secret sauce
Burrito-and-bowl chains Chipotle and Qdoba have long led the fast-casual category. Here are the rising taco-focused brands that saw growth last year.
Financing
Struggling Topgolf reconsiders its value position
The Bottom Line: The food-and-golf concept’s sales have struggled over the past 18 months. Its parent company is now trying more value offers. But that move comes with big risks.