Even though consumers are wary of food price fluctuations, premium products are still the most desired. Despite facing higher food prices, consumers are still looking towards more premium products with more nutrients and less added sodium and sugar, said Jeff Turnas, senior vice president of culinary at Whole Foods Markets. “There are always fads with… read more
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8 new menu items coming to K-12 schools this year
See what new dishes students will be snacking on when they return to class this school year. Students across the country will be enjoying a variety of new menu items as they return to classrooms this fall. From sandwiches to charcuterie, here are eight new menu items coming to breakfast and lunch menus this school… read more
Keurig Dr Pepper inks sales and distribution deal for Black Rifle Energy Drinks
The new beverage line is expected to launch in the fourth quarter and be available nationwide in early 2025. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Dive Brief: Keurig Dr Pepper will sell and distribute Black Rifle Coffee’s new line of ready-to-drink energy beverages. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The Black Rifle Energy… read more
Live webinar to delve into food and beverage R&D trends
KANSAS CITY — Registration is now open for the State of Food and Beverage Innovation webinar from Food Business News. The event is based on an exclusive survey of R&D executives conducted earlier this year. The 1-hour webinar will be held on Thursday, Sept. 26 at 1 p.m. Central and will provide an exclusive review… read more
The Power of Consistency in Guest Satisfaction
Recent reports of possible portion-size discrepancies at Chipotle are a cautionary tale for brands, highlighting a few critical issues in the restaurant industry: consistently meeting customer expectations and the swift power of social media. Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine connected with Kim Lawton, founder and CEO of New York City-based marketing agency Enthuse to discuss… read more
Food Safety Education Month Kicks Off September 1 – What to Know
One in six Americans is affected by food borne illnesses annually, according to the FDA. Each year, these illnesses result in an estimated 128,000 hospitalizations and 3,000 deaths. Food safety is increasingly becoming more important to the FDA. In 2020, the FDA ushered in a new chapter of food safety with the “New Era of… read more
Chipotle tests new ‘swicy’ chicken
Jumping on the sweet-spicy bandwagon, the fast-casual chain is testing new Chipotle Honey Chicken. Chipotle is testing a new chicken option. The chain said Tuesday that 80 units in Nashville, Tennessee, and Sacramento, California, are testing a new Chipotle Honey Chicken limited-time offer. Described as having unique heat from smoked adobo (chipotle) peppers and a… read more
Steal This Foodservice Idea: Serve a Popular Flavor in New Format
7-Eleven tests Pumpkin Spice Slurpee, calling it ‘a fun experiment for fans’ Looking to jazz up sales might be as easy as offering a product in a different format. Irving, Texas-based 7-Eleven, for example, on Aug. 1 started testing a Pumpkin Spice Slurpee at five locations in the country. “The Pumpkin Spice Slurpee drink is… read more
I Asked Chefs About the Most Underrated Tools in Their Kitchen, and Their Picks Start at Just $5
Chef-approved pepper mills, can openers, kitchen shears, and more. Some kitchen tools appear to be really straightforward. Like, a spoon? It’s what you use to eat soup and ice cream, right? But the more you study cooking, the more you learn that tools can have a ton of creative applications and uses. For example, James… read more
P.F. Chang’s Offers New Back-to-School Bundle and Other Promotions
As the back-to-school season brings its usual expenses and stress, P.F. Chang’s is here to offer some relief with its NEW Back-To-School Bundle. Available now, the Back-to-School Bundle is the easiest way to get the family together for a meal out or at home amidst the hustle and bustle of this time of year! The… read more