Education sessions will cover predictive maintenance, automation, energy use and more topics. Foodservice Equipment Reports has opened registration for the 2026 edition of its Multiunit Foodservice Equipment Symposium. The event will take place February 2-4, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Resort & Spa in Clearwater Beach, Fla. MUFES features two full days of education sessions… read more
The agreement includes manufacturing, marketing and distribution of Kellogg’s cereals. Italian confectioner Ferrero, known for brands like Nutella and Kinder, is buying the century-old U.S. cereal company WK Kellogg in an effort to expand its North American sales. The Ferrero Group said Thursday it will pay $23 for each Kellogg share, or approximately $3.1 billion…. read more
Kirk Tanner currently leads hamburger chain Wendy’s. The Hershey Company announced Tuesday that Wendy’s CEO Kirk Tanner will be the chocolate maker’s new chief executive. Tanner will take over as president and CEO on Aug. 18, succeeding the retiring Michele Buck. Buck will work with Tanner in a “senior advisory capacity” during the transition, the… read more
Cook, CFO at Wendy’s, will serve as interim CEO while the board searches for the brand’s next permanent CEO. Wendy’s has announced that Kirk Tanner, president and CEO, will be leaving the company, effective July 18, to become the president and CEO at The Hershey Co. Wendy’s board of directors has launched a comprehensive search… read more
Multiple lawsuits alleged the brand’s caffeinated Charged Lemonades killed or harmed guests. The fast-casual chain phased out the drinks last year and denied wrongdoing. Panera Bread on Thursday confirmed the lawsuits surrounding its Charged Lemonades have all been resolved. The fast-casual chain faced multiple lawsuits last year after guests died or were hospitalized after drinking… read more
Giordano’s, Chicago’s iconic deep-dish pizza brand, has teamed up with The Original Rainbow Cone to launch the latest installment in its “Chi-Town Flavors” series, a curated collection of iconic Chicago food experiences shipped directly to homes across the country. A Chicagoland staple since 1926 and originating from the South Side, this beloved ice cream brand… read more
As labor and food costs climb, restaurants are forced to redefine what value really means—for their customers, their teams, and their future. For operators, inflation isn’t just squeezing margins—it’s forcing questions about strategy and what value means to restaurants and customers alike. Restaurateurs have felt a 36 percent rise in labor costs and a 35… read more
This is a guest post by Frank Mengert. Frank continues to find success by spotting opportunities where others see nothing. As the founder and CEO of ebm, a leading provider of employee benefits solutions. Frank has built the business by bridging the gap between insurance and technology-driven solutions for brokers, consultants, carriers, and employers nationwide. … read more
Industry Spotlight McDonald’s and Krispy Kreme are breaking up. Here’s why Original glazed doughnuts will soon no longer be dessert options alongside Oreo McFlurrys and Hot Fudge Sundaes. McDonald’s and Krispy Kreme both announced the end of their partnership on Tuesday, June 24. Earlier this year, the fast food giant began offering three types… read more
Sofidel, manufacturer of paper for hygienic and household use, known particularly in Italy and Europe for its Regina brand, announced it has finalized the acquisition of the assets of Royal Interco, LLC (“Royal Paper”) for which it had entered into an Asset Purchase Agreement (APA) based on a “stalking horse” bid. The agreement between Sofidel… read more