Restaurant Business

Blue Star Donuts declares bankruptcy

By Heather Lalley on Aug. 31, 2020

The Portland, Ore.-based gourmet doughnut concept shut down its eight locations amid the pandemic and is working on developing a wholesale operation, according to the filing.

Operations

A new pizza spot is opening in Chicago with a Michelin-starred chef in the kitchen

By Patricia Cobe on Jul. 24, 2020

Noah Sandoval channels his culinary passion into a fast-casual pizzeria.

Consumer Trends

Improve on- and off-premise service with contactless order pickup

Sponsored content from our partner Apex Order Pickup Solutions on Jul. 24, 2020

In recent months, off-premise dining has become the predominant way—if not the only way—that many restaurants have been fulfilling orders.

Workforce

Do cooks have to wear masks?

By Jonathan Deutsch, Ph.D. on Jun. 25, 2020

While kitchen staff are usually removed from guests, face coverings are still key to preventing spread, Advice Guy says.

Marketing

When can restaurants tune back into sports?

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 18, 2020

Here's what the major leagues and associations are saying.

Food

Fruit-infused flavor goes global

Sponsored content from our partner Dole Packaged Foods on Jun. 15, 2020

Consumer demand for global cuisine shows no signs of slowing down. As patrons become more acquainted with international fare, they’re looking to expand their palates.

Financing

SPB Hospitality takes over former Craftworks restaurants

By Heather Lalley on Jun. 12, 2020

The Nashville-based restaurant group, an affiliate of Fortress Investment Group, bought the restaurants out of bankruptcy for $93 million.

Food

How to get more out of the menu

Sponsored content from our partner Schuman Cheese on Jun. 08, 2020

The coronavirus pandemic has forced many restaurant dining rooms to close, and as a result, owners have shifted their entire business model to accommodate takeout and delivery orders.

Leadership