Food & Beverage News & Media

Top 30 Movers & Shakers in Catering 2024

The inaugural Top 30 Movers & Shakers in Catering 2024 list recognizes the leaders and brands reshaping the catering landscape—those taking bold steps to drive…

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Fast Casual Executive Summit session to delve into third-party delivery

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

A panel of speakers will discuss third-party delivery at the Fast Casual Executive Summit next month in Denver, Colorado.

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Big Chicken launches Frosted Flakes shake

September 16, 2024

Shaquille O'Neal-owned Big Chicken has partnered with Kellogg's to create the Frosted Flakes Shake made with Big Chicken's vanilla ice cream topped with a…

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TailGate Brewery owner talks perfect pizza, beer pairings

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Wesley Keegan, owner of TailGate Brewery, gives insight on how adding pizza to his brewery was the perfect match.

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Einstein Bros: 'It's Ok to cheat on pumpkin spice'

September 9, 2024

Einstein Bros. Bagels is daring breakfast lovers to cheat on pumpkin spice this season by ordering its Fall Flavor Fling combo. Featuring the Maplehouse…

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Charleys Cheesesteaks launches menu updates

September 6, 2024

Ohio-based Charleys Cheesesteaks has expanded menu selections based on customer feedback. The updates include:

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Moe's launches Cheez-It LTO

September 3, 2024

Moe's Southwest Grill has added Cheez-It crackers to its lineup of ingredients, allowing customers to add the snack to any build-your-own burrito, bowl, stack…

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Fast casuals exploring the lassi, other beverage trends

by Raji Sankar — Co-CEO and Founder, Choolaah Indian BBQ, Wholesome International

The uptick in lassi offerings may stem from consumers wanting healthier options without sacrificing value.

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Chipotle testing honey chicken

August 27, 2024

Chipotle Mexican Grill is testing Chipotle Honey Chicken — marinated with seared, smoked adobo peppers, seasoned with Mexican spices and finished with a touch…

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SynergySuite Secures #35 Spot on Utah Business Fast 50

SynergySuite, a global leader in restaurant management software, proudly announces its first appearance on the Utah Business Fast 50 list, ranking at #35.

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WaBa launches Thai Tea

August 26, 2024

Irvine, California-based WaBa Grill, a rice bowl chain, has added Thai Tea to the menu. Inspired by the flavors of Southeast Asia Thai Tea features sweetened…

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Modern Market Eatery president talks brand excellence, ethos

Modern Market Eatery president and co-founder Rob McColgan talks to podcast host Mandy Detwiler about where the company has been and its future in the fast…

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Cicis Pizza leads buffet-style pizza concept with customer-focused tech

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Pizza Marketplace Editor Mandy Detwiler talks to Jeff Hetsel, president of Cicis Pizza, about what makes the company tick, the technology its leveraging for…

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Ike's collaborates with NBA star on vegan sandwich

August 8, 2024

Ike's Love & Sandwiches has collaborated with basketball great Mitch Richmond to create a vegan barbecue sandwich, "Mitch The Rock Richmond," a vegan BBQ…

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Blaze Pizza releases 4 menu items, 2 drizzles

August 7, 2024

Blaze Pizza has introduced two new spicy drizzles, Spicy Chili Oil and Sweet Hot Honey, as well as four new products, according to a press release.

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Washington gets a big drinks upgrade with L&L Hawaiian BBQ, Botrista Partnership

A Tumwater-based L&L Hawaiian Barbecue franchise is fast becoming a destination experience following the addition of new premium, on-menu beverages. Among the…

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Bonchon SVP chats about competing in the chicken market, appealing to Americans

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Bonchon SVP of Development Amanda Millikan discusses how the brand's Korean flavors appeal to an American palate and how it fares on the competitive chicken…

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Chipotle UK launches kids meals

August 5, 2024

Chipotle Mexican Grill UK is introducing Kids Meals, allowing young guests to order build-your-own taco kids' meal, available with soft-shell flour tortillas…

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Cinnaholic develops LTO with social media influencer

August 2, 2024

Cinnaholic, which has over 100 locations throughout the U.S. and Canada, has teamed up with Dallas social media influencer Dre Hopkins (@DreinDallas) to create…

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Pastrami Queen creates plant-based sandwich

August 2, 2024

In its food hall Hall location in New York City, Pastrami Queen is now serving "The Prince powered by Chunk," a combination of Chunk's plant-based Slab…

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