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Food trends and recipes to keep menus fresh

Optimizing the dessert menu for off-premise dining

With the pandemic forcing many eateries to pivot to take-out and delivery, restaurant operators are looking for menu items that are easy to prepare, travel well and have broad appeal.

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Restaurants tweak favorites with new flavor variations

Taste Tracker: Jack in the Box, PDQ spice it up; Einstein Bros. does brisket for breakfast; Jersey Mike’s adds a portabella sub; and more menu news of the week.

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Dunkin’ partners with Farmer’s Fridge to bring new grab-and-go options to customers

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 22, 2021

The fresh vending company makes its first move into the restaurant space.

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Shake Shack is launching a series of (very) limited chef collaborations

By Heather Lalley on Feb. 22, 2021

The fast-casual burger chain is partnering with well-known chefs around the country for one-day rollouts of special menu items.

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Taco Bell, yes Taco Bell, is planning a chicken sandwich

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 22, 2021

The Mexican fast-food chain will test the “Crispy Chicken Sandwich Taco” in Nashville and Charlotte next month.

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Branded toppings, mix-ins can help drive frozen dessert orders

Sponsored content from our partner Ferrero on Feb. 19, 2021

As operators pare the choices they offer guests, making strategic use of dessert menu real estate is crucial.

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Why Wingstop isn’t rushing into chicken thighs

By Heather Lalley on Feb. 18, 2021

The fast casual is feeling the heat from greater demand for chicken wings. But the chain is putting stock in its belief the uptick is pandemic-fueled and temporary, rather than a long-term concern.

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