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Va-Va-Vending: Technology Transforms Vending Machines into 24/7 Restaurants

No longer just a source for prepackaged snacks, vending machines are now purveyors of gourmet-quality meals. Explore two revolutionary vending machines.

Frozen Treats Coming in Hot This Summer

Frozen desserts can help restaurants attract customers during the summer months — particularly if they feature today’s top flavor and other trends.

Platefuls of Potential: Food and Beverage Subscription Programs Evolve

Food and beverage subscription programs face new challenges and opportunities. Learn why subscription programs at some restaurant chains are growing.

No Bot About It: Big Restaurant Brands Love Robotic Labor Solutions

Restaurant robotics are reaching new levels of efficiency and versatility. Explore the latest robotic integrations at Panera Bread and Chili's Grill & Bar.

Restaurant Rebound: From Eating Losses to Platefuls of Profits

Learn how major restaurant chains like McDonald's, Starbucks and Domino's repositioned their brands for big sales over the course of the pandemic.

Care Package: What Sustainable Packaging Means for the Vending and Micro Market Sector

Consumers want sustainable options—which micro market and vending service providers can supply via recycled, compostable and other types of packaging.

Food Flight: Delivery and Safety Reach New Heights

Sky-high digital sales at Wendy, drone delivery at It's Just Wings and RFID food safety tech at Chipotle's point to a future of unlimited possibilities.

New Normal: Restaurant Industry’s Appetite for Change Reaches Fever Pitch

As the restaurant industry continues to morph, key trends emerge. Explore a few of the most prominent trends pointing to the future of foodservice.

Open Road: Food Delivery Innovations Continue to Drive Sales

Soaring gas prices and a shortage of drivers threaten to slow food delivery sales. Learn how DoorDash and Grubhub navigate roadblocks and fuel growth.

Fresh Batch: Restaurant Chains Link Sales to New Digital Concepts

Major chains continue to cook up fresh customer experience concepts. Learn about IHOP's first loyalty program and Texas Roadhouse's pay-at-table tablets.

Growth Spurt Alert: Flourishing Plant-Based Foods Sure to Keep Mushrooming on Menus

Plant-based foods keep flourishing as consumers balance health and indulgence. Learn how the trend has taken root with celebs and new product releases.

Sales Spike: Snacks Score Huge Numbers for Big Game and Beyond

Research data shows snack sales spike during the Super Bowl. Learn why snacks are expected to replace meals and hit new heights over the next five years.

Celebrating Women in Foodservice at Mondelēz International

We’re celebrating women’s history month by featuring our two female foodservice chefs, Patty Mitchell and Carmisha Ramsey.

Urgent Delivery: Restaurant Operators Hungry for Innovative Solutions

Learn how innovative solutions, from robotics to ghost kitchens to rewards apps, have taken on new urgency with a two-month sales slump at restaurants.

Robots to the Rescue: Advances in Robotics Relieve Labor Crisis

Robotics have become the go-to solution for scarce, high-cost labor and greater efficiency in foodservice. Explore key advances in foodservice robotics.

Tech 2.0: Digital Innovation Tops Menu of Must-Haves for Restaurant Operations

Learn why a $50 million infusion of funds for food tech startup Lunchbox reflects the growing importance of contactless digital advances in foodservice.

Tapping Out: Price-Sensitive Consumers Shift to Apps and Drive-Thrus

As restaurant prices rise, the consumer appetite for ways to save grows. Learn how restaurant apps and drive-thrus are delivering value for consumers.

Elevate the Movie Theater Experience with Crave-Worthy Concessions

Today’s moviegoers are looking for more than just plain popcorn—and theaters are meeting the demand with upscale food and beverages.

Flexible Feast: Restaurant Prototypes Step Up to the Plate to Optimize the Customer Experience

Restaurant prototypes are taking tech advances to a new level for optimal flexibility. Explore the trend and what it means for the future of foodservice.

Food for Foresight:  Plating More Plants and Tapping More Tech

Learn why in 2022 and beyond rising consumer demand for wellness and safety will result in more plant-based items and tech integrations.