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Food trends and recipes to keep menus fresh

Concepts to scout in Phoenix: Featuring Craig DeMarco

By Sara Rush Wirth on Mar. 15, 2016

Ask anyone what restaurants to check out in Phoenix, and there will be at least one concept from Sam Fox. Ask Sam Fox, and he’ll tell you about Craig DeMarco.

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6 stealable ideas from 5 new Chicago eateries

By Patricia Cobe on May 22, 2016

A tasting tour of five Chicago restaurants revealed six smart ideas to take back to your operation post-NRA Show.

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Restaurants try 'buried treasure' as a traffic draw

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 12, 2016

Flavors hidden in the middle of a sweet or savory option are finding favor as a come-on to regulars.

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New trends in tacos

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 30, 2016

A look at which restaurants are winning the hearts (and dollars) of America's taco lovers shows how the Mexican staple is changing with the times.

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Mardi Gras pancake recipes

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 07, 2017

Celebrations surrounding Mardi Gras end on the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday—a day that goes by several names, including Fat Tuesday, Shrove Tuesday and Pancake Tuesday.

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Meeting the challenges of veg-centric entrees

By Lizzy Freier on Apr. 12, 2017

Operators aren’t landing the buy-in for vegetarian dishes.

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With visions of beach vacations on customers’ minds, the timing is right to add more fish and shellfish dishes to the menu. These six recipes fit the bill, featuring seafood paired with seasonal ingredients that highlight the best of summer eating.

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