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Here's where restaurant menu prices are increasing the most

 By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 13, 2024

Average price increases rose 4% over the past year, according to Technomic. But restaurants raised prices more for proteins and less for sides and alcohol. And cold coffee beverage prices took off.

Food

How 'Shark Tank' turned these restaurateurs' dreams into reality

 By Patricia Cobe on Mar. 07, 2024

Budding culinary entrepreneurs come onto the TV show with hopes of scoring an investment. Some are more successful than others.

Operations

Noodles & Company names Drew Madsen CEO, plots menu overhaul

By Lisa Jennings on Mar. 07, 2024

The former Panera Bread president has served on the board and was interim CEO since November. He has launched a return to roots, aiming to embrace an identity as a culinary comfort kitchen.

Operations

Build a better menu: Solving the profit vs. price puzzle

Sponsored content from our partner Entegra on Mar. 06, 2024

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Food

Panera Bread unveils a major new menu overhaul

By Lisa Jennings on Feb. 29, 2024

A streamlined menu launches in April with nine new dishes and recipe upgrades for 12 classics. But say goodbye to flatbread pizzas.

Food

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa's 'Ouisconsin' croissants reflect the state's French legacy

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 28, 2024

Behind the Menu: Hyper-local Wisconsin ingredients and a three-day baking process turn out pastries that are in high demand by hotel guests.

Food

Brown sugar bacon returns to Arby's in 3 sandwiches

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 20, 2024

The bacon adds a sweet-salty layer of flavor to a BLT, Roast Beef and Turkey sandwich.

Financing

Popeyes has quickly become a major chicken wing brand

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 15, 2024

The fast-food chicken chain is already the No. 3 provider of quick-service wings, the company said. And the company has plans to improve its ability to serve them.

Workforce

Menu shrinkage is out. Customized, labor-saving menu strategies move in

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 14, 2024

Cross-training, chef-driven speed-scratch ingredients and operational shortcuts help meet back-of-house labor challenges post-pandemic without sacrificing innovation.

Food

Taco Bell goes all in on chicken and crunch with new empanada

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 14, 2024

The Cheesy Chicken Crispanada rolls out nationwide Thursday for a limited time.

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