Global Foodservice News
Paris Wine Show Reflects Surging Demand for Zero- and Low-Alcohol Drinks
A growing no/low industry is chipping away at booze’s hegemony. PARIS (AP) — As a French teetotaler, Justine Bobin knows how challenging it can be to not drink in a country where wine, beer and other boozy beverages still lubricate many social interactions, even if France is less hooked on alcohol than it used to…
Read MoreKraft Heinz Pauses Plans to Split into 2 Companies, Says Its Problems Are ‘Fixable’
The company indicated it would pivot from the split and invest in marketing, sales and product development. Kraft Heinz said Wednesday it’s pausing its plans to split into two companies. Steve Cahillane, a former Kellogg Co. chief who became CEO of Kraft Heinz on Jan. 1, said he wants to ensure that all of the…
Read MoreAfter a Good but Mixed 2025, PepsiCo Cutting Prices
Dollar sales increased but volume in all key categories was down; management thinks it can return to growth with “surgical” price cuts on key brands. The sales and profits were pretty good, but the big news from PepsiCo’s full-year financial report – at least for general consumption – was talk of price cuts. Some news…
Read MorePayroll Mistakes Cost More Than Dollars
Running a restaurant today means managing razor-thin margins, unpredictable labor markets, and ever-changing compliance rules. Yet instead of relief, many operators are being overpromised that one-size-fits-all platforms will solve everything from payroll to inventory. The problem? When payroll mistakes happen, they don’t just frustrate staff – they trigger compliance fines, accelerate turnover, and cut directly…
Read MoreColor and flavor brighten winter menus
Taste Tracker: Sweetgreen, Starbucks, El Pollo Loco, Gong Cha, Moe’s, Smoothie King, McAlister’s, Wayback, Qdoba and more headline restaurant menu news and trends. Chain restaurants are helping customers beat the winter doldrums with menu items sporting bold flavors and bright colors. Some of these are tinted red and pink to lure last-minute Valentine’s Day fans.…
Read MoreThe Five Pillars of Stand Out Hospitality
Most of you reading this know how tough the hospitality business is, particularly over the past few years with economic pressures, labor issues, and shifting customer expectations. Many probably wonder at times if it’s worth it, so how can operators reignite their spark and rediscover their clarity, confidence, and purpose? Based on her 30 years…
Read MoreRestaurant-Goers Are Looking For Indoor-Outdoor Dining Experiences
Think of Parisian cafés, garden restaurants, rooftop bars and even beachside eateries. They all have one thing in common: their indoor-outdoor dining experience sets them apart from the rest and meet guest needs. Sixty-nine percent of adults like having the option to sit outside, according to the National Restaurant Association’s 2023 State of the Restaurant…
Read MoreTurboChef and CookTek Announce Promotions
Middleby brands TurboChef Technologies and CookTek made a trio of promotions. Sofia Delgado was promoted to vice president of marketing and culinary, Lewis Beer to vice president, international sales and Richard Chattaway to regional vice president sales, Europe. Middleby Delgado Beer ChattawayIn her new role, Delgado will oversee integrated marketing and culinary strategy for TurboChef…
Read MoreTriMark Welcomes Chief Supply Chain Officer
Scot Bernstein will report directly to TriMark USA CEO Terry O’Brien. TriMark USA has appointed Scot Bernstein as chief supply chain officer. Bernstein brings to the role decades of experience leading large-scale, data-driven supply chain and logistics organizations. Most recently, he served as senior vice president of global supply chain at Mohawk Industries. He also…
Read MoreElectrolux Professional Group Fills Consultant Services Role
Electrolux Professional Group appointed company veteran Jefferson Kenney to serve in the newly created role of director of consultant services. Jefferson Kenney “This is a tremendous opportunity that I am over the moon excited for because our consultant partners are instrumental to our success,” said Kenney in a release announcing his new role. “My 28…
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