Workplace Dining Case Study: Cloud-Powered Dining
Snowflake sets the table for workplace hospitality.
A Year That Defied the Forecast: Lessons from Foodservice in 2025
Chipotle and Olive Garden make updates to their menus, while a renowned gastronomy brand lands in New York City. CookUnity acquires a video platform. A lazy Susan gets busy bringing people together. Plus, Electro Freeze is on the move. These stories and more, This Week in Foodservice.
2026 Foodservice Industry Trends and Their Equipment Implications
It’s an annual FE&S holiday tradition! In December we share some of the leading trends and predictions for the new year, sourced from our industry research and association partners, and add our insights for how these developments might impact the foodservice design, equipment specification and more. Here’s a look at what’s in store for 2026!
Cash Transactions, Coin Shortages and Industry Shifts: This Week in Foodservice
A penny problem persists. One chain’s stand against the viral trend 6-7. Vollrath plans to update its factory. Two chains struggle, while another hits a development milestone. These stories and more This Week in Foodservice.
Are Restaurants on the Holiday Itinerary? New Placer.ai Data Says Yes
White Castle lands at Logan Airport. Consumers are turning to upscale restaurants this holiday season. How consumers choose to dine keeps evolving. These stories and more, This Week in Foodservice.
Why Smarter Tech Means Stronger Operators
What role can technology play in making operators’ successful? What’s The Next Big Thing in restaurant design? Did the restaurant industry grow in October? Answers to these questions and more This Week in Foodservice.
Bridging Architecture and Culinary into a Historical Experience
Dawn Manor attracts guests looking to experience history in a unique setting.
Industry Forecast 2026: Two Tables, One Industry
The impact of a K-shaped economy on foodservice.
The Rise of Senior Communities
New approaches to dining include adapting foodservice to different levels of care and a greater variety of formats.
Industry Watch: Consumer Priorities, Rising Meal Costs and Q3 Hiring Performance
What’s on consumers’ minds? Thanksgiving dinner will cost how much? How did restaurant hiring hold up in the third quarter? What is a dishwasher in nature and how can you experience this phenomenon? Answers to these questions and more This Week in Foodservice.
