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Menus take on holiday spirit and core items get an update

 By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 09, 2021

Taste Tracker: Thanksgiving specials at Lazy Dog, Bob Evans, La Madeleine and Baskin-Robbins; El Pollo Loco, Dutch Bros, Dunkin’ and Scooter’s jump ahead to Christmas; bowls roll out at Friendly’s and Vitality Bowls; bacon trends at Church’s and Smokey Bones gets meaty.

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Boost menu appeal and attract diners with fresh flavors and name-brand snacks

 Sponsored content from our partner J&J Snack Foods on Nov. 08, 2021

Shifts in consumer dining habits and preferences have been a major focus for restaurant operators navigating market recovery—and changes in how diners define good value are some of the most important....

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Returning Customers and Labor Shortages Push QSRs Toward Versatile Fixes

Sponsored content from our partner Bunge Loders Croklaan on Nov. 03, 2021

While restaurants are welcoming a surge in business, they’re simultaneously confronting a dramatic drop in hiring and retaining employees. According to the National Restaurant Association, 57 percent ...

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Dry-aging chambers in restaurants are a menu game-changer

Sponsored content from our partner The Aging Room on Nov. 03, 2021

Food connoisseurs and meat foodies want to experience a perfectly dry-aged steak that will look, feel, and taste incredible. However, most restaurants order their dry-aged meat already prepared or age...

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Children’s menus now must meet stricter requirements for National Restaurant Association certification

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 03, 2021

After 10 years, the Association updated its Kids LiveWell program to conform with current nutrition science.

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Chipotle picks up its menu innovation pace with a new chicken recipe

By Heather Lalley on Nov. 02, 2021

The fast casual is testing chili-spiced Pollo Asado alongside its traditional chicken offering at 95 restaurants in Cincinnati and Sacramento.

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How to win with LTOs in today’s tough market

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 02, 2021

With current supply chain and labor shortages, along with other post-pandemic challenges, it may be time for operators to rethink the way they develop and promote limited-time offers.

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New riffs on old favorites make menu news

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 01, 2021

Taste Tracker: Sonic and Chili’s go big with burgers; chicken gets hotter at Lazy Dog and Cava; mystery surrounds Wendy’s; mushrooms star at Your Pie; and getting a jump on the holidays.

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Make every menu crown worthy (and boost check averages)

Sponsored content from our partner Consorzio del Prosciutto di Parm on Oct. 28, 2021

Consumers are increasingly interested in premium, high-quality ingredients when dining out. For operators, it can be a challenge to meet that need—but Prosciutto di Parma makes it easy.

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NFL star Tom Brady kicks off Subway’s low-carb bread test

By Patricia Cobe on Oct. 28, 2021

The sandwich giant's new sub roll boasts zero sugar and one gram net carbohydrates.

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