Food

Food trends and recipes to keep menus fresh

Food

Restaurants go farther afield with new customer lures

Some of the latest LTOs and menu additions underscore the willingness of even mass-market brands to experiment.

Food

Soup and stew recipes

While many operators are gearing up for Super Bowl Sunday next month, others might want to jumpstart the weekend by celebrating National Homemade Soup Day on Feb. 4.

When Asian chain Wagamama opened its first New York City restaurant in November, it also launched its first brunch menu, starring a breakfast-inspired version of ramen.

The top and fastest-growing chains don’t always align with average total menu items in their sectors.

The use of “better bread” is not new, but fresh varieties are rising to the top, and consumers indicate they want more—and are willing to pay for it.

The reigning fall flavor may be losing favor

The fast casual has added two fall LTOs.

The Mexican chain also brought back a seasonal dessert.

Three ways to accomplish both goals are relying on versatile ingredients, leaning on speed-scratch options and adding finishing touches with impact.

Offerings from El Pollo Loco and White Castle duke it out with diners.

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