food

These are the rising stars of the eatertainment space

By Lisa Jennings on Apr. 16, 2024

At the Restaurant Leadership Conference in Scottsdale, Arizona, leaders of Puttshack, Pinstripes, Alamo Drafthouse and the new Joy Trade platform shared their plans for growth.

Technology

Save Time And Labor With Highly Efficient Equipment

Sponsored content from our partner RATIONAL on Mar. 29, 2024

Labor challenges are ongoing for restaurants in all segments. Whether operators are having trouble finding trained employees or are facing difficulty with retention, the outcome is the same—stressed w...

Food

Bread is rising again on menus and in emerging concepts

By Nancy Kruse on Mar. 01, 2024

State of the Plate: Once shunned by carb-cutters, bread baskets, baguettes, rolls and other yeast-raised items —especially higher-quality baked goods —are proving to be a hit with customers.

Marketing

Taco Bell shows off its 2024 marketing calendar

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 12, 2024

The fast-food Mexican chain is releasing a wide array of menu items this year, including a new Cantina Chicken Menu and a taco made from Salt & Straw ice cream.

Food

Inside the tasty evolution of Mexican food in the U.S.

By Nancy Kruse on Feb. 07, 2024

State of the Plate: RB menu trends columnist Nancy Kruse explains how Glen Bell’s “tay-kohs” walked so birria and other authentic dishes and flavors could become runaway hits with American diners.

Food

Celebrity chef Jet Tila adds another signature dish to Pei Wei’s menu

By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 24, 2024

Firecracker Shrimp brings a sweet-spicy flavor profile and new protein to the fast-casual’s pan-Asian lineup.

Food

Wendy's new Breakfast Burrito is loaded with bacon

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 22, 2024

The fast-food chain, continuing to push breakfast, is offering a burrito with as much bacon as its Baconator. But it’s only available in select markets.

Food