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Taco Bell partners with Milk Bar to launch Birthday Cake Churros

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 20, 2025

The Mexican fast-food chain is once again collaborating with celebrated pastry chef Christina Tosi for a limited-time dessert.

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Restaurants' climate fight faces fresh uncertainties

By Joe Guszkowski on Feb. 19, 2025

The Trump administration has put funding for climate-friendly farming projects in limbo. Advocates are urging restaurants to speak up.

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Danny Meyer's new restaurant opens in Times Square

By Patricia Cobe and Bret Thorn on Feb. 18, 2025

Menu Talk: Pat and Bret chat about the latest food and beverage trends, and share an interview with Eric Huang, chef-owner of Pecking House in Brooklyn.

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3 menu trends emerge in the latest round of limited-time offers

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 18, 2025

January’s top-rated restaurant LTOs reveal consumer preferences for certain formats and flavors, finds Technomic.

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Hale and Hearty founders return to their roots to launch Schnipper's Quality Soups

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 13, 2025

Andrew and Jonathan Schnipper got out of the soup business in 2006, but decided now was the time to fill this void in New York City’s fast-casual scene.

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Protein is now the 'darling' of restaurant menus

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 13, 2025

Protein is king for those taking weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, but all sorts of consumers now link increased protein with wellness. Chains like Panda Express, Smoothie King and more are sneaking more of the muscle-building nutrient onto their menus.

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Convenience stores keep pace with chain restaurants with menu launches

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 12, 2025

Taste Tracker: Cracker Barrel releases spring menu; Lobsterfest is back at Red Lobster; Arby’s hooks surf ‘n turf deal; and more menu news of the week.

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