Global Foodservice News
McDonald’s rolls out Red Bull energy drinks
The addition could help boost traffic, particularly during the afternoon daypart. Dive Brief: McDonald’s will expand its McCafé beverage platform on Aug. 17 with the addition of a Red Bull Dragonberry Energizer, the company said Tuesday. The drink combines Red Bull with blue raspberry syrup and freeze-dried dragonfruit inclusions, the press release said. The company…
Read MoreZaxbys Cook Promoted to Chief Vibe Officer After Viral Marketing Video
Roost & Rise Holdings, the largest Zaxbys franchisee across the Southeast, has appointed Peech Franklin, known as “DJ Pretty Peech,” as its new Chief Vibe Officer. The newly created position is designed to embody the energy of its restaurants in local marketing, community events and guest experiences across the franchise. Franklin, who works as a…
Read MoreKrispy Kreme’s Turnaround Sees Many Wins
After a year of closures, the doughnut chain is finding more profitable ways to grow across stores, digital, fresh delivery, and franchising. Krispy Kreme is beginning to show what its business is capable of. The doughnut chain spent much of 2025 unwinding costly expansion, closing thousands of underperforming fresh-delivery points, and ending its nationwide McDonald’s…
Read MoreThe summer of foodborne illness: Cyclospora and others test restaurant supply chains
One of the biggest food safety outbreaks in U.S. history is putting pressure on the foodservice industry to prepare for the future. Since June, at least 11,000 people across 47 states have been sickened by an outbreak of cyclosporasis, with an additional 12,000 possible cases still under investigation by the CDC, with the foodborne illness…
Read MoreCraveworthy Brands’ Taïm locations shuttered across NYC for unpaid taxes
New York State has issued 12 warrants for over $630,000 in delinquent taxes. Taïm Mediterranean Grills around New York City have reportedly been padlocked and seized by the state after accumulating roughly $632,000 of unpaid taxes. Taïm, which is part of the Craveworthy Brands portfolio, was founded in New York’s West Village in 2005 by…
Read MoreHow TGI Fridays CEO Ray Blanchette plans to keep the 61-year-old brand ‘young and fresh’
Two years after bankruptcy, he is betting on global expansion, digital engagement, and a people-first attitude to revive the casual-dining brand. TGI Fridays was the quintessential American casual-dining brand in the ‘90s and ‘00s, but these days you’re much more likely to spot the famous red-and-white-striped awning overseas, in countries like Spain, Argentina, Kenya, and…
Read MoreGlobal Foodservice News — Aug 1, 2026
INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to 4 More States At least 98 people had to be hospitalized in cases linked to shredded lettuce. WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal health officials on Friday expanded the scope of their investigation into an outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite to four additional states, broadening the size of the largest U.S.…
Read MoreU.S. imposes new tariffs on Canadian products across multiple industries
Trump’s latest trade measures include a 50% duty on several imports, affecting paper, packaging and other key sectors U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a series of proclamations imposing an additional 50% tariff on a wide range of Canadian imports, with the new duties set to take effect on August 19. The measure applies to…
Read MoreA Cleaning Contract to Make Las Vegas Fabulous
The Las Vegas Strip is truly becoming fabulous with a new cleaning initiative. A custodial contract update resulted in routine nightly cleanups. On July 21, 2026, the Clark County commissioners voted to extend Smart Cleaning Solutions, LLC.’s scheduled services. The original contract required sidewalks, elevators, and other public area cleaning and maintenance on Friday and…
Read MoreWhat Makes Tissue Summit North America Different from Traditional Trade Shows?
A focused, curated format designed to create meaningful connections and real business opportunities for the tissue industry For decades, trade shows have played an important role in bringing together suppliers, manufacturers, and industry professionals. However, as markets become more competitive and executives face increasing demands on their time, many industry leaders are looking for more…
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