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Patricia Cobe

Senior Editor

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Patricia Cobe

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Food

Restaurants get an early start on Valentine’s Day

Eight operators are betting on extended holiday promotions to get couples and even friends and families in the door.

Marketing

Restaurants’ top menu deals and discounts this winter

Chains are doubling up on new dollar menus and value meals to spark sales during this slower time of year.

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.

Food

Super Bowl snack recipes

The recipes here include new takes on two favorites—guacamole and chicken wings—along with a few surprises that are sure to win points with hungry fans.

Food

9 must-have foods to source in 2017

To hit the top menu trends, no foodservice kitchen should be without these ingredients.

Consumer Trends

Family meal deals

Women and millennials with children are particularly receptive to takeout, and touting bundled meals as an easy family dinner solution can help appeal to those groups.

Food

Adapting to a new definition of healthy

Late last year, BJ’s revamped its better-for-you menu to put more focus on nutrient-packed choices. One of the first items to get a makeover was the salmon quinoa bowl.

Food

Comforting retro dessert recipes

As we head into mid-January, healthy eating may still be top of mind for many diners. Nevertheless, a majority of consumers veer toward indulgence when at restaurants.

Beverage

Cream liqueurs stir up bar sales

Bartenders are mixing up modern takes on the mudslide and other cocktails.

Food

5 most popular restaurant trends on 2017 lists—and 5 outliers

These are the predictions that built the most consensus among restaurant industry forecasters.

Food

Top menu stories of 2016

A look back at the most surprising, fun and thought-provoking menu fare at chains this past year.

Food

Ramen gets a barbecue twist

While the lunch menu at San Antonio’s Granary ‘Cue & Brew focuses on classic local dishes, chef-owner Tim Rattray is all about bringing international flavor.

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