Food

Food trends and recipes to keep menus fresh

Food

Sour power drives Black Tap's newest burger, fries and shake

Behind the Menu: Chef Stephen Parker pairs tangy tamarind and spicy chilies to elevate February’s LTO.

Food

CPK, Pieology and Donatos riff on pizza

Taste Tracker: Cocktail creativity at Firebirds and BJ’s; Starbucks and Dutch Bros go for the pink; Valentine sweets at MOD Pizza, Tous les Jours and Yogurtland; and still time for Super Bowl at Sugarfire.

State of the Plate: RB menu trends columnist Nancy Kruse explains how Glen Bell’s “tay-kohs” walked so birria and other authentic dishes and flavors could become runaway hits with American diners.

Chefs admit they often look to TikTok for inspiration, and a number of viral ideas have already shown up on their menus. Others may be coming through the pipeline.

The healthy fast casual launches Caramelized Garlic Steak in 22 locations, available in three chef-curated menu items.

Taste Tracker: Sonic and Bad Daddy’s choose pork; things get cheesier at Noodles; BurgerFi adds a movie-inspired burger; and menus get dressed in hearts for Valentine’s Day.

As customers expect innovation on the menu, operators have a big opportunity—here’s how to grasp it.

The coffee giant will start selling its Oleato beverages throughout the U.S. this week and is adding a new option for good measure.

Behind the Menu: Chef-partner Joseph LoNigro highlighted all the best parts of the iconic toaster pastry to create a signature, scratch-made treat that’s easy to execute in a limited kitchen.

As staffing shortage cause operators to shrink their menus—especially the dessert menu—speed-scratch products can help revive the sweets selection. Learn more about how ready to bake batters can help operators expand their dessert offerings.

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