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Red Lobster exits Chapter 11 with former P.F. Chang’s CEO at the helm

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ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Red Lobster® restaurant chain today announces its exit from Chapter 11 …

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Focus on Foodservice: Consumer Reactions

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The Technomic/IFPA report concluded that most consumers initially didn’t seem to mind higher menu prices, additional fees, lower portion sizes, and limits on “free” items like napkins and condiments, as indicated by positive traffic trends starting in March 2021.

Chipotle launches ‘Autocado’ avocado processing device

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On average, it takes Autocado approximately 26 seconds to fully flesh out the fruit inside an avocado.

Focus on Foodservice: Inflation and Pricing

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Rising food and labor costs continue to squeeze profits, despite the restaurant industry’s robust sales, according to the National Restaurant Association’s State of the Industry report.

Gordon Food Service chef shares inspirations from California Giant Chef Invitational Academy

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With every bite, Chef Invitational champion and culinary specialist at Gordon Foodservice, Steven Halliday is challenging the status quo, proving that berries are far more than just a snack or side dish.

Focus on Foodservice: Winners and Losers

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For the most part, Chicago, IL-based research firm Datassential’s 2024 Industry Forecast, published in conjunction with the International Foodservice Manufacturers Association, forecasts inconsistent growth.

September Restaurant Trends: Steps to recovery

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As the economy shows signs of slowing down, restaurants have faced significant challenges over the summer. However, the trends from July reveal valuable insights that can help restaurant operators navigate the remainder of 2024.

Focus on Foodservice: Is recovery a bust or robust? A little of both

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The foodservice realm continues its slow recovery from the harm caused by pandemic shutdowns, but the pace and magnitude of the recovery often varies depending on the industry sector and the operators themselves.

BurgerFi International Files for Protection Under Chapter 11

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BurgerFi International, Inc., owner of the high-quality, casual dining chain Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza & Wings and one of the nation's leading fast-casual "better burger" dining concepts, BurgerFi, announced today that it has filed voluntary petitions for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code in order to preserve the value of its brands for all stakeholders.

Korean restaurant locations in the U.S. grow amid surge in demand

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Circana, a leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior, today released new research highlighting South Korea’s rising influence on the U.S. foodservice industry.