Inside the great catering comeback of 2021
As workers return to their offices and the holiday season gets underway, restaurants in every segment are ramping up catering programs to feed increased demand.Restaurant Business Exclusive Content
Financing
So much for Freshii being worth $1B
The Bottom Line: Investment bankers initially pushed the healthy fast-casual franchise as a $1 billion brand. It never came close to that. And then the pandemic hit.
Financing
Automation doesn't have to be an all-or-nothing choice
Technomic's Take: Declining labor force participation is putting pressure on restaurants. Technology that makes workers' lives easier can help address those challenges.
Food
Tender Greens wants to be known as more than a salad concept
Corporate executive chef Oliver Plust is on a mission to expand and enhance the menu, recently adding a line of artisan sandwiches and a holiday steak plate.