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Food trends and recipes to keep menus fresh

By Bret Thorn on May 11, 2026

A visit to the newest Sushi by Bou is a reminder of proper etiquette.

'It's a wrap' for chain menus this week

By Patricia Cobe on May 10, 2026

Taste Tracker: Sweetgreen, Popeyes, Jimmy John’s, Tropical Smoothie Café, Saladworks, Golden Corral, Blaze Pizza, Cracker Barrel and Noodles & Company headline restaurant menu news and trends.

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May the fourth and other fan-based holidays are opportunities for restaurants to celebrate

By Bret Thorn on May 04, 2026

Food Writer’s Diary: Operators can tap into culture touchstones to engage their customers

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At Hav & Mar, zero waste touches every part of the menu

By Patricia Cobe on May 04, 2026

For Executive Chef Fariyal Abdullahi and her kitchen team at the seafood restaurant, sustainability is in their DNA.

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Farmer J bucks the bowl trend with chef-driven Fieldtrays

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 29, 2026

Behind the Menu: The fast-casual British import is generating a following in New York City with curated dishes that customers build into well-balanced, flavorful meals where each component has its own space.

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Denver’s East Colfax refuses to be tamed — thank goodness

By Bret Thorn on Apr. 27, 2026

Food Writer's Diary: A look at the dynamic food, drink, and vibe of this legendary street in central Denver.

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Barbecue, bites and beverages top the trends this week

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 27, 2026

Taste Tracker: Arby’s, Chipotle, Moe’s Southwest Grill, Wendy’s, Jollibee, Luckin Coffee, Scooter’s, California Pizza Kitchen and Beyond Juicery launch new items that tap into current restaurant and menu trends.

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Inside the transformation of Wendy's Spicy Chicken Sandwich

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 22, 2026

Behind the Menu: Becky Davis, VP of global culinary innovation, updated one of the fast-food chain’s classics with consumer-driven flavor and texture upgrades.

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