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Hot Streak: Restaurant Business Heats Up as Pandemic Winds Down
July 13, 2021
Applebee's, Chipotle and Dave & Buster's are among the major restaurant chains on the rebound. Learn how they're cooking up post-pandemic profitability.
A Hearty Appetite for Automation: Top Restaurant Chains Tap Next-Gen Tech to Feed Sales
July 6, 2021
COVID-19 accelerated foodservice innovation. Learn how Domino's and McDonald's are testing next-gen tech to extend the momentum for post-pandemic profits.
Snack and React: Snacking Soars, Family Dining Dips as Foodservice Industry Reinvents Itself
June 29, 2021
While snacks overtook meals during COVID-19, family dining had to be transformed. Explore how Golden Corral, IHOP, and others are reinventing themselves.
Taking the Cake: Trending Flavors That Will Boost Dessert Sales
June 24, 2021
Tapping into trending tastes and ingredients can help you offer buzzworthy desserts, which will make your menu stand out from the competition.
Leaner, Faster, Smarter: Menus Shrink, Drive-Thrus Pick Up Speed
June 22, 2021
The aftershocks of the pandemic are sure to linger, as restaurant chains continue to pare down menus and reimagine the dining experience, off premises and on.
Post-Pandemic Possibilities: A Plateful of Opportunities and Challenges
June 15, 2021
As the restaurant industry enters the post-pandemic era, major brands rebalance to navigate a transitional phase, retain gains and reemerge stronger.
The Future of Functional: A Smorgasbord of Snack Sales for Foodservice Operators
June 8, 2021
The pandemic has accelerated the better-for-you snack trend. Learn about rising demand for options that balance gratifying flavor with nutritional value.
Pecking Order: Record Chicken Sales Lead to Shortage
June 1, 2021
The chicken sandwich wars have reached a new level as demand surpasses supply. Explore the latest stage in the evolution of this key foodservice trend.
Stop and Grow: Big Chains Put Brakes on Waste, Boost Digital
May 25, 2021
Waste reduction and digital expansion are two major foodservice trends. Learn how top restaurant chains are leading the charge with innovative solutions.
Under Wraps: What’s Next for Off-Premises Packaging?
May 20, 2021
Restaurants met evolving off-premises packaging needs last year. But are they ready to address new outdoor dining demands this summer?
Pick-Me-Ups: Pizza Continues to Drive Off-Premises Profits and Possibilities
May 18, 2021
Pizza continues to propel sales in off-premises channels. Learn about Pizza Hut's pickup lane innovation and opportunities for growth in the segment.
A Moveable Feast: Restaurant Chains Bid Goodbye to Brick-and-Mortar Retailers
May 11, 2021
Learn how major restaurant chains like McDonald's are improving margins by moving out of big-box retail stores for stand-alone locations with drive-thrus.
Rustling Up Resiliency: Top Chains Make Big Gains Despite Pandemic
May 4, 2021
Explore how major restaurant chains have managed to boost sales despite COVID-19 and learn what to expect as they continue to build on their success.
The Rise of Ghost Kitchens: What to Know
April 29, 2021
Find out how ghost kitchens are helping both established restaurants and new dining concepts make delivery a cost-effective option.
Socially Delectable: Foodservice Operators Savor Social and Digital Channels
April 27, 2021
Learn how the COVID-19 shift to social and digital channels resulted in pop-up restaurants on Instagram and a gold rush of consumer data for top chains.
Restaurant Rock Stars: Serving Up Hope and Help During the Pandemic
April 20, 2021
COVID-19 plunged the restaurant industry into a dark period, yet the best in people shined through. Read 3 inspiring profiles of resiliency and goodwill.
Restaurants Redux: Foodservice Preps for Post-Pandemic Profits
April 13, 2021
Explore how the stimulus package, rising COVID-19 vaccination rates and the return of dine-in services are poised to make business bloom this spring.
Protein Power! The Future of Protein Alternatives in Foodservice
April 6, 2021
Plant-based meat alternatives are growing beyond burgers into a variety of options. Explore the latest protein alternatives, from plants to lab-grown meat.
A Feast from the East: Asian Influences Add Flavor to Foodservice
March 30, 2021
Asian-inspired dishes and desserts have helped drive menu innovation during COVID-19. Explore a few of the latest examples of Asian culinary influence.
All in Good Time: What Makes for a Winning LTO in 2021?
March 25, 2021
The pandemic has altered operators’ approach to limited time offers. Find out why—and what consumers want from LTOs now.
