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Operators are under more pressure than ever to deliver menus that feel fresh, differentiated, and worth the spend—without adding complexity behind the line. So what’s the move when diners want global influence, cleaner ingredients, and elevated flavor all at once? This Q&A breaks down how one versatile ingredient is helping full-service restaurants strike that balance—bringing […]

George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, John Hancock, and Sam Adams weren’t always aligned on politics or what their young nation should look like. But they could all agree on one thing: a pint of beer was a great way to connect, share ideas, settle differences, and celebrate. The Founders, many of whom were brewers themselves, understood beer’s role in growing local economies, shaping American life, and bringing joy and unity to a new nation. The Sons of Liberty met in […]

Strawberry season is back on menus, and Perkins Restaurant and Bakery is bringing back its annual Strawberry Freshtival, a seasonal tradition since 2007 that guests look forward to each year. The menu includes Strawberry Pie, a long-time guest favorite made fresh in Perkins bakeries, along with Strawberry Muffins and Strawberry Crispers. Strawberry Pancakes also return for a sweet […]

Kyuramen is broadening its growth ambitions. The company announced the acquisition of Aoko Matcha, a New York-based specialty café concept, while also unveiling Super Kyuramen, a new izakaya-inspired restaurant model designed to extend the brand beyond quick ramen occasions and into social dining. Together, the moves signal a wider evolution underway at Kyuramen Group as […]

Every leader has a blind spot, and most of the time it lives in the part of the shift they don’t work. If you always open, you have probably never seen what really happens during the last hour of the close. You have not seen the kitchen start breaking down stations while guests are still […]

When Alissa Partee joined Restaurant Technologies as chief people officer in 2020, becoming CEO wasn’t necessarily the endgame. But through deliberate growth, the support of strong leaders, and a willingness to stretch beyond her comfort zone, she’s now leading one of the foodservice industry’s most important B2B companies. Her journey—from Buffalo Wild Wings and Caribou […]

Applebee’s is extending its off-premises reach through a new partnership with Wyndham Rewards that allows hotel guests to order delivery directly through the Wyndham mobile app. The collaboration, which offers free delivery and loyalty rewards on qualifying Applebee’s To Go orders, connects the casual-dining chain with Wyndham’s more than 124 million loyalty members and leverages […]

Internet personality Trisha Paytas has established herself as a certified foodie through her YouTube mukbangs, drive-thru vlogs, and cheeky conversations on her hit podcast, Just Trish. A longtime fan of the teppanyaki-style concept Benihana, owned by The ONE Group, her signature order has been revealed, elevated, and put on the menu in the brand’s first-ever […]

For years, restaurant workers were expected to accept the burns, bruises, fevers, and missed meals that came with the job and simply keep working. Endurance was a point of pride—weathering discomfort for the sake of the bottom line. Joey Ward, chef and owner of Georgia Boy and Southern Belle in Atlanta, knows that old-school approach […]

Inspire Brands announced Wednesday a new Buffalo Wild Wings fast-casual prototype, designed to spark international growth. The new format, meant to complement sit-down sports bars, comes with new kitchen equipment and streamlined operations to achieve faster speeds. It will feature Buffalo Wild Wings’ typical menu items, such as traditional and boneless wings, chicken tenders, and […]