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Buying flavored alcohol

Over the past five years, well over 100 flavored vodkas have been introduced, according to the Distilled Spirits Council.

Ices

Trade in the artificial rainbow snow cones of your youth and beat the summer heat with all-natural icy treats. Here’s how some restaurants are taking shaved ice to a new level.

This fast-growing frozen yogurt concept was founded in Seoul, Korea, in 2002.

This summer, Denver-based Qdoba Mexican Grill introduced sweet heat to its menu with the debut of two mango sauces.

Iced coffee drinks are a hot category this summer, with new flavors and varieties perking up overheated patrons.

Mixologists are giving drinks a distinctive snap with the addition of ginger. Several inventive libations start with a base of ginger beer or a ginger-infused spirit and some end with a splash of ginger ale.

Called Street Bird, the New York City restaurant will feature global preparations, from jerk spicing to barbecue. Broth will also be on the menu.

Ever wonder what the big brains are working on while you’re busy feeding people?

(February 15, 2011)—The 2011 foodservice trend predictions have hit the wires with healthy ingredients, product transparency and value once again top of...

More than 50 percent of the U.S. fruit, vegetable and nut supply comes from California, which could be bad news for some operators if the drought continues.

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