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Frisch's vies to keep nostalgia from becoming quicksand

 By Peter Romeo on Apr. 15, 2024

You're not going to find boba tea or the latest tech there, says CEO James Walker. But you're not going to be bored with the same old same ole, either, he says.

Food

Einstein Bros. Bagels taps maple for new breakfast sandwich

 By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 15, 2024

The fast-casual bagel chain's Maplehouse Egg Sandwich launches Wednesday for a limited run.

Marketing

KFC Saucy Nuggets Dispensary treats fans to a higher flavor experience

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 15, 2024

On 4/20, Los Angeles residents are invited for free Saucy Nuggets and limited-edition merch to celebrate KFC’s newest menu addition.

Consumer Trends

Consumers' health perceptions about beef are changing

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 09, 2024

The nutrition police and plant-based advocates have pushed people away from eating beef. But times they are a changing.

Food

Matchbox lowers menu prices to get back to the concept's roots

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 08, 2024

A value proposition is core to this metro Washington, D.C.-based casual-dining concept, and the new menu builds guest volume with affordable, chef-inspired food.

Food

Shake Shack pokes Chick-fil-A by giving away antibiotic-free chicken sandwiches

By Lisa Jennings on Apr. 08, 2024

Available on Sundays throughout the month of April, the promotion attempts to draw attention to Shake Shack's commitment to using chicken raised without antibiotics.

Food

Pink drinks freshen Chick-fil-A's menu and a new chicken sandwich goes into test

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 04, 2024

Cherry Berry beverages and the Pretzel Cheddar Club Sandwich are Spring specials at the fast-food chain.

Food

Subway is releasing a new line of wrap sandwiches

By Jonathan Maze on Apr. 04, 2024

The fast-food giant is coming out with a new line of flatbread wraps, joining the quick-service restaurant wrap battle with its first new bread option in three years.

Beverage

Will consumers stay thirsty amid this tsunami of beverages?

By Lisa Jennings and Nancy Kruse on Apr. 02, 2024

Nancy Kruse and Lisa Jennings swim with the gummy sharks to understand the rising tide of drinks, from dirty sodas to turmeric lattes.

Food

Red Lobster's iconic Cheddar Bay Biscuits change shape

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 01, 2024

April Fool’s joke or permanent switch? The classic biscuits get elongated into breadsticks on Monday.

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