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Impact of Calories on Menus

Fewer than half of patrons, on average, notice the calorie counts on menus.
November 18, 2013
Those counts did not seem to have any impact on what consumers ordered and how often they frequented the restaurant.
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Decision in Kraft-Cracker Barrel Dispute

Kraft Foods has prevailed, at least so far, in the battle over the Cracker Barrel label.
November 15, 2013
Kraft has been selling Cracker Barrel cheese for about 60 years, according to the lawsuit.
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Canada's Restaurants in 2014

Canadian consumers' foodservice preferences continue to evolve.
November 15, 2013
Technomic has identified five key trends expected to play a big role in the coming year.
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Fast Food and Diabetes

A research study shows fast food may increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
November 12, 2013
The results found that not only did those in the fast food group have an increased risk of diabetes but one that was 70% higher.
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Technomic Names Senior VP

Technomic has announced the promotion of Joseph Pawlak to senior vice president.
November 12, 2013
Pawlak has played a key role in the ongoing growth of the organization.
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Fast Food Ads and Children

Children ages 6-11 saw 10% fewer TV ads for fast-food, per research.
November 11, 2013
Researchers contend the U.S. fast-food industry spent $4.6 billion on advertising last year.
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Healthy, Grab-and-Go Sandwiches

Lifestyle Foods has announced a new line of healthy, high-end sandwiches.
November 8, 2013
The sandwich line launches with four varieties -- grilled chicken breast, smoked turkey breast, smoke cured ham, and a vegetarian grilled veggies and hummus.
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The Flavor of '14

Sterling-Rice Group (SRG) has identified the top 10 food trends that will be served on restaurant menus and line supermarket shelves across the U.S. in 2014.
October 31, 2013
In 2014, consumers will continue to seek healthy options, but with an occasional indulgent splurge.
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Positive Peer Pressure

Consumers are more likely to order certain foods if that is what their friends are ordering.
October 29, 2013
The study found peers can have a bigger role than calorie labeling when it comes to deciding what to order.
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On-Trend Appetizers

Restaurant patrons are beginning more meals with appetizers.
Darren Tristano
October 22, 2013
Restaurant patrons are beginning more meals with appetizers, according to Technomic’s new “Starters, Small Plates & Sides Consumer Trend Report.”
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