St. Louis-based Marcone, a distributor of home appliance, HVAC and plumbing repair parts, announced it’s expanding into commercial kitchen repair component distribution. To lead the newly created Marcone Commercial Kitchen Group, the company tapped former Welbilt executive Keri Llewellyn as president and industry veteran EJ Morrow as chief commercial officer. Llewellyn most recently served as… read more

When it comes to fast food, McDonald’s remains the king. There are a number of fast-food chains that have tried, but none have been able to completely knock McDonald’s from its lofty perch. To keep its hold on number one, McDonald’s has had to continue to be inventive while also continuing to give customers what… read more

Multiline foodservice equipment manufacturer Welbilt made a series of changes to its leadership team both at the corporate level and across several of its lines. At the corporate level, company veteran Jim Courtright will now serve as vice president of sales, Americas for Welbilt. He will be responsible for sales in both North America and… read more

“We’re always looking to give our fans more ways to enjoy the classic menu items they know and love,” McDonald’s said of the addition of the new Big Mac, according to Fox 6.  The sandwich will include two tempura chicken patties, pickles, shredded lettuce, and American cheese, a combination the company said was a huge success when… read more

Golden Corral announced that the company was named to the National Adjutant’s Circle at the DAV (Disabled American Veterans) National Convention on Aug. 4 for its 20-year partnership. The National Adjutant’s Circle honors corporations and organizations for their exceptional support of disabled veterans. From what began as a company tradition to celebrate our nation’s heroes, Golden… read more

Buffalo Wild Wings is teaming up with Jets rookie Ahmad “Sauce” Gardner to launch the new limited-edition “Sauce Sauce.” Buffalo Wild Wings x Sauce Garner Sauce Sauce: The limited edition “Sauce Sauce” is the perfect combination of smokey sweet and spicy BBQ. Starting Tuesday, August 30, “Sauce Sauce” will be available at Buffalo Wild Wings… read more

As inflation and global food costs remain high or unsteady, now, more than ever, restaurant owners must be intentional with their menus and profitability to be successful. Some operators are looking into simplifying menus, while others are experimenting with alternative ingredients (e.g., light vs dark meat, vegetarian vs meat, etc.,) to save money. Proper tracking… read more

Recent data found that over the past year, the price of full-service restaurant meals rose 9 percent and the price of limited-service meals rose 7.3 percent. It’s no surprise, as restaurants continue to reel from supply chain issues, talent shortages, and rising operating costs. Soon enough, rising restaurant prices will reach a ‘tipping point where menu prices… read more

When costs go up, restaurants have to look for creative ways to reduce their spending and maintain healthy profit margins. Squeezed by inflationary pressures on both food and labor costs, some restaurant managers are succumbing to sneaking hidden fees—ranging from fuel to kitchen appreciation surcharges—into customer receipts. But today’s savvy restaurant management teams aren’t risking… read more

DraftKings Inc. and Live! Hospitality & Entertainment announced today that the country’s first Sports & Social DraftKings venue is slated to open this fall at Somerset Collection, Michigan’s exclusive luxury shopping destination located in Metro Detroit. In July 2021, DraftKings and Sports & Social announced a strategic relationship to create a unique food, beverage, and entertainment experience… read more