Category Report: Pork Flexibility and affordability buoy pork Through the first three quarters of 2024, pork exports were running 5% above 2023’s pace. Fred Wilkinson December 30, 2024 No Comments Pork posts gains as a cost-effective and versatile protein option.Read More
Blended meat products gain favor at foodservice Following a challenging year of traffic slumps in 2024, the foodservice industry is set to make a moderate recovery in 2025. Industry News December 9, 2024 No Comments Emerging culinary shifts are set to influence menu management nationwide.Read More
Younger generations increasing dining frequency More than half of diners surveyed plan to dine out more in 2025 than 2024. Industry News November 19, 2024 No Comments New OpenTable consumer research forecasts 2025 dining trends.Read More
Culinary forecast predicts 2025 menu trends Consumers increasingly seek out restaurants that offer locally sourced, environmentally friendly options. Industry News November 13, 2024 No Comments New report reveals top trends set to shape the nation's menus with a fresh focus on flavor, wellness and sustainability. Read More
New brand brings elevated chicken offerings to commercial foodservice New range of breaded chicken offerings brings together functional benefits such as increased heat retention, moisture and flavor with consumer-preferred attributes like minimal processing and clean label. Industry News November 12, 2024 No Comments Rich Chicks pivots from K-12 lunch market to commercial foodservice.Read More
Northeast Beef Promotion Initiative supports hands-on culinary education with beef and veal Deadline for interested educators to apply is Nov. 22, 2024. Industry News November 5, 2024 No Comments NEBPI is launching the Beef & Veal in the Classroom program for the 2024-2025 academic year.Read More
Certified Angus Beef names Chef of the Year Bronzeville Winery’s Chef Lamar Moore claims Certified Angus Beef’s 2024 Chef of the Year honors. Industry News November 4, 2024 No Comments His dishes showcase traditional Southern influences combined with high-end execution; and always an eye for sharing plates and building community.Read More
First Watch releases new flavors for holiday season Seasonal menu includes breakfast tacos, Steak & Eggs Hash and more. Industry News October 31, 2024 No Comments Breakfast, brunch and lunch concept launches its limited-time seasonal menu.Read More
Sysco drops new lineup of labor-saving foodservice solutions Sysco debuts new food solutions through its Cutting Edge Solutions platform. Industry News October 15, 2024 No Comments Food distributor Sysco Corp. launches 19 new concepts to boost operator efficiency.Read More
McDonald's rolling out Chicken Big Mac After making appearances on McDonald's menus around the world, the new twist on a signature classic will be available in the US as an LTO. Industry News October 7, 2024 No Comments New take on the iconic sandwich has a one-day soft rollout at a Los Angeles pop-up called McDonnell's.Read More