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Small Bites, Big Sales: Foodservice Feasts on Snacks to Feed Bottom Line

April 18, 2023

Small bites are trending in a big way—and they’re increasing in popularity as go-to meal replacements. Turns out less is more as a growing appetite for grazing continues to upend traditional eating patterns.

A Call for Innovation: Foodservice Bottom Line Expected to Feast on Smartphone Tech in 2023

May 16, 2023

Self-order kiosks symbolize the foodservice tech revolution, but smartphones may soon replace them. Learn why smartphone tech is the future of foodservice.

At The Plate: Foodservice Ready for More Hits Than Misses in 2023

May 2, 2023

The National Restaurant Association forecasts strong growth for foodservice, but economic challenges persist. Learn how top chains innovate to drive sales.

4 Ways to Modernize French Pastry

April 27, 2023

Giving French pastries a makeover to include modern formats and trending flavors could invigorate your menu — and sales.

Picking Up The Pace: Restaurants Accelerate Drive-Thru Enhancements, Ramp Up Rewards

April 4, 2023

What's Cooking? Creative Restaurant Concepts Ignite Imaginations, Dig Into Opportunities

March 28, 2023

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Trends

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A Call for Innovation: Foodservice Bottom Line Expected to Feast on Smartphone Tech in 2023

At The Plate: Foodservice Ready for More Hits Than Misses in 2023

4 Ways to Modernize French Pastry

Small Bites, Big Sales: Foodservice Feasts on Snacks to Feed Bottom Line

Tasty Trio: Three Up-and-Coming Chefs Help Feed Need for New Culinary Experiences

Spring Forward: Foodservice Operators Set the Table for Sales Growth

Raising The Bar: Dessert Bars Elevate Small Bites to Big Trend Status

Great Explorations: Global Influences Elevate Menus with a World Of Culinary Creativity

Digging Deeper Into Digital: Restaurant Chains Ramp Up to Meet Consumer Demand

New Year, New Foodservice Frontiers: From Metaverse to the Universe and Back

Say Cheese! Pizza's Possibilities Sure to Make Foodservice Operators Smile in 2023

Next Course: 2023 Foodservice Tech Trends

Serving Up Strategy: Restaurant Chains Navigate Mixed Menu of Opportunities and Challenges

For Love of Loyalty: Restaurants Rustle Up Loyalty Programs to Feed Growing Demand

Smaller, Faster, Smarter: Automated Restaurant Formats Feed the Future of Foodservice

Can-Do Kiosks: Major Chains Tap Kiosk Technology to Alleviate Labor Shortage

Limited-Time Offers, Unlimited Ingenuity: Specialty Items and Returning Favorites Feed Sales

Right Bites: Restaurants Rework Menus for Snack-Happy Market

The Real (and Virtual) Deal: Restaurant Sales Spike, Metaverse Marketing Mounts

No Sustain, No Gain: Foodservice Feeds Bottom Line with Sustainability and Wellness

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Operations

Dig into tips and insights from our foodservice industry experts to help you streamline and enhance your service.

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Picking Up The Pace: Restaurants Accelerate Drive-Thru Enhancements, Ramp Up Rewards

What's Cooking? Creative Restaurant Concepts Ignite Imaginations, Dig Into Opportunities

Celebrating Women in Foodservice, 2023

Consumer Snacking Is Mindful, Not One-Size-Fits-All

Yummy Yesteryear: Nostalgia Comforts Consumers, Nourishes Sales

Palatable Partnerships: Brand Mashups Serve Up Endless Possibilities

Happy Graze: Good News Feeds Foodservice Optimism

Oh Dough They Didn't! Upstart Pizza Chains Cook Up New Recipes for Success

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Culinary

Discover food and flavor trends, exciting menu innovations and delicious inspiration to help you meet consumer demand.

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Asian Flavors & Formats Feed Dessert Inspiration

All About Newstalgia in Desserts

4 Trending Ways to Elevate Snacks

Beverages and Desserts Fuel Flavor Inspiration

4 Tips for Crafting a Winning Dessert LTO

In for a Treat: Find Out What Elements Will Help Produce a Winning Dessert Menu

How The Cookies Crumbl: Cookies Hit Sweet Spot on National Cookie Day and Every Day

Taking the Cake: Trending Flavors That Will Boost Dessert Sales

The Millennial Snacking Effect

Popular: What We're Snacking On

Oh Dough They Didn't! Upstart Pizza Chains Cook Up New Recipes for Success

Breakfast Bounce Back: Morning Daypart Serves Up Fresh Start

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