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Princess Cruises charts a new culinary course with Chef Rudi Sodamin at the helm

 By Patricia Cobe on Dec. 13, 2023

The head of culinary arts oversees menus and concepts on 17 cruise ships, managing a “United Nations of Chefs” much like a coach does with a football team.

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What's driving menus around the world in the year ahead

 By Patricia Cobe on Dec. 12, 2023

Technomic’s 2024 Global Restaurant Trends Forecast provides a glimpse into the next wave in food and drink outside the U.S.

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Beef prices are soaring. It won't get better anytime soon

By Patricia Cobe on Dec. 07, 2023

With beef inflation expected to stick around for the next few years, steakhouses and meat-focused concepts are creating strategies to manage sourcing and the menu. It's all about being flexible.

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BJ's, Maggiano's and Firebirds go all in for the holidays

By Patricia Cobe on Dec. 07, 2023

Taste Tracker: White Castle riffs on sliders; the Double Decker Taco returns to Taco Bell; shades of red at Modern Market; new global sauces for Quizno’s and Sweetfin; and Playa Bowls adds seasonal spirit to the menu.

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Outback Steakhouse innovates the menu by giving equal play to food and drink

By Patricia Cobe on Dec. 07, 2023

Becky Boyd, Director of Menu Innovation & Strategy for parent company Bloomin’ Brands, talks about how she and her team are firing up R&D activity.

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Carrabba's Sandwich Bistro targets office and meeting catering to expand off-premise business

By Patricia Cobe on Dec. 06, 2023

The Italian casual-dining brand’s new offshoot has a dedicated menu apart from the chain’s regular catering lineup.

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Taco Bell comes to the rescue of exam-cramming college students

By Patricia Cobe on Dec. 05, 2023

Just in time for finals week, fans can get a Taco Bell SOS Kit delivered to their dorm room, designed to be eaten in bed.

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Fusion is no longer a dirty word

By Nancy Kruse on Dec. 04, 2023

State of the Plate: Restaurant menu trends columnist Nancy Kruse examines how foods and flavors are evolving in the kitchen. Chains are demolishing "culinary silos." The trend is driving more authenticity on menus.

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Red Lobster, Burgerville and CPK make a subtle nod to the holidays

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 30, 2023

Taste Tracker: Krispy Kreme rushes into Christmas; cocktails make a splash at Bonefish and Ted’s Montana Grill; comfort foods rule at Tender Greens; and wings take flight at Pei Wei.

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Subway's footlong cookie gets a spot on permanent menu in 2024

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 29, 2023

Eager fans can have a first bite at select locations on Dec. 4, National Cookie Day.

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