Global Foodservice News
The Skills AI Can’t Steal, and Why Restaurants Matter More Than Ever
In a future increasingly shaped by technology, the most valuable skills may turn out to be profoundly human ones. Over a career spent in hospitality, I had a hand in developing hundreds of leaders—people who started as hosts, servers, line cooks, or dishwashers and eventually ran restaurants with large teams and millions in annual sales.…
Read MoreWhat the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show Revealed About the Future of Restaurant Technology
The restaurant technology industry arrived at McCormick Place last month with a message that was hard to miss: the next phase of restaurant innovation is becoming more operational, more automated and more closely tied to the everyday economics of running a restaurant. At the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show, the industry’s largest annual gathering once…
Read MoreSkillsUSA National Plumbing Competition Showcases Next Generation of Plumbing Talent
Top plumbing students from across the country compete in Atlanta as industry leaders spotlight workforce development and skilled trades careers. ATLANTA, GA — The nation’s top plumbing students gathered in Atlanta for the 2026 SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference (NLSC), where 48 competitors tested their skills in the annual National Plumbing Competition at the…
Read MoreDiscover How Modular Air Handling Units Are Transforming HVAC Businesses
The Future of HVAC: IEC’s Modular Air Handling Units In the fast-evolving landscape of HVAC technology, the debut of IEC’s advanced Modular Air Handling Units (AHU) marks a significant shift towards customizable and efficient solutions for commercial applications. Designed to meet the specific needs of business owners dealing with complex environments, these units are poised…
Read MoreThe Thermostat Evolution: From Basic Control to Intelligent Comfort
Thermostats have steadily evolved from simple mercury dials to sophisticated, data-driven comfort hubs. Early programmable models helped homeowners save energy by scheduling setpoints, and later, WiFi thermostats introduced mobile control and basic usage insights. Even within the “conventional” category, options vary widely from battery-powered models to smart thermostats that connect to WiFi yet still communicate…
Read MoreMonster Beverage sees ‘gigantic opportunities’ in China and India
PARIS— Monster Beverage Corp. saw double-digit sales growth in each of its global operating segments during its 2026 fiscal first quarter, which was the first first quarter in the company’s history to cross the $2 billion net sales threshold. Monster anticipates further future growth as its strategy in emerging regions takes hold. At the recent…
Read MoreIngredient trends from the National Restaurant Association Show
CHICAGO – Menu innovation remains one of the restaurant industry’s most powerful growth tools, according to speakers at the National Restaurant Association Show, which took place in May in Chicago. But restaurant operators are challenged to develop on-trend menu innovations that pique consumer interest but also keep the end dish affordable. Adding to the pressure…
Read MorePepsiCo, Coca-Cola to add QR codes for ingredients transparency
The beverage giants are joining an industrywide effort to connect consumers with government safety data as shoppers become increasingly concerned about what’s in their food and drinks. Coca-Cola, PepsiCo and Keurig Dr Pepper are among the major beverage companies rolling out QR codes across packaging to give consumers access to more information about ingredients in…
Read MoreThe Design Psychology Behind a Speakeasy
The Watermark Hotel in Tysons, Virginia has a secret on its 25th floor. Open an unassuming door in the fitness center’s sauna and you’ll be transported to the streets of Tokyo within The Naisho Room, a hidden speakeasy serving Japanese spirits and an Omakase dining experience by executive sushi chef Hobin Kim. “We wanted to…
Read MoreKFC unveils brand revamp with new menu, drinks and store formats
The brand overhaul includes a refreshed bucket logo, store design, and food and beverage line-up. uick-service restaurant (QSR) chain KFC is rolling out a worldwide brand overhaul spanning food, beverages, restaurant design and visual identity. The company is adding more boneless options, supported by a new global sauce “pantry” of more than 20 sauces. These…
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