The International Foodservice Manufacturers Association (IFMA) released its final 2023 estimates and its latest 2024 Food Away-From-Home (FAFH) Industry and Segment Projections.
Technomic study reveals what's next for the competitive global beverage category
January 31, 2024
Technomic released its Beverage Global Menu Category Report, which explores foodservice category sizing by country, outlook and expectations, consumer patronage and preferences, menu trends, global and local chains, and brands to watch.
Next year promises to bring challenges, with high prices and sagging consumer confidence impacting consumer behavior. Foodservice stakeholders once again need to tap into their reserves of creativity to thrive.
The line between restaurant menus and home cooking is blurring, thanks to social media like TikTok where restaurant dishes become viral sensations and in the right culinary hands popular social "food fads" are translating to menus and limited time offers.
Inaugural US Foods survey highlights key diner preferences shaping the industry
July 18, 2023
The findings display valuable insights into dining preferences, favorite restaurant types, ordering habits, tipping practices, and what this means for foodservice operators across the country.
Organization sets sights on US restaurants and forges partnership with EU retailer coop
June 20, 2023
Oshi has successfully raised $14.5 million in funding to date, with notable investors like Unovis, who have backed companies like Beyond Meat and Oatly.
Strategy focuses on reaching guests where they are and serving their "in-the-moment" cravings
November 21, 2022
Subway renewed its focus on strategically growing its non-traditional business as part of its ongoing transformation journey to deliver better food and a better guest experience.
Technomic thought leaders forecast trends for 2023 to help aid US foodservice professionals prepare for the year ahead
November 14, 2022
Economic headwinds, including inflation and the threat of a recession, are setting up new hurdles for operators to navigate. But, despite a challenging start to 2023 expected, the latter part of the year should bring about optimism as the industry emerges from high inflation and a soft economy.
Menus will become streamlined in 2022, while chefs anticipate alcohol-infused desserts, globally inspired items, and upscale potato chips
November 17, 2021
As consumers continue to use off-premises options in all dayparts, restaurants are looking to translate their dine-in experience outside the four walls of the restaurant with thoughtful packaging that maintains food quality, retains temperature, and is tamper-proof.