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Consumers rate chains on delivery experience

With off-premise orders skyrocketing during the pandemic, which chains are doing the best job of delivering quality food?

Operations

How Bob Raymond puts his ‘crazy ideas’ to work at Commonwealth Senior Living

From hydroponic gardens in the dining rooms to robots bussing tables, this Charlottesville, Va.-based senior-living network is on the cutting edge.

Food

David Chang enters the battle for chicken sandwich supremacy

Fast casual Fuku, the concept Chang built off a fried chicken sandwich, upgrades its signature menu item.

Food

The beverage side of the menu gets some love, plus food innovation continues

Taste Tracker: Seasonal shakes from Red Robin, Nathan’s and more; boozy drinks from Bartaco; Moe’s celebrates National Nacho Day and CPK turns to plants.

Food

The McRib returns to McDonald’s menu, this time nationwide

The fan favorite will be available for a limited time starting Dec. 2.

Operations

Lessons learned through pandemic may help restaurants meet challenges ahead

Operators reveal how they are adapting to delivery, menu pricing and cold weather dining in a new survey.

Food

The chicken sandwich wars rage on

Zaxby’s, Church’s and Wendy’s recently joined the battle for chicken-sandwich dominance, but other players got a head start.

Food

Election Day and next-gen family meals drive menu launches

Taste Tracker: Pizza for voters at Pieology; kits and family meals make a comeback at Tijuana Flats and Cotton Patch Cafe; and Red Lobster goes for Asian flavors.

Beverage