Southern Cuisine Takes on Global Appeal
Chef Joey Ward knows a thing or two about Southern cooking. A Georgia native himself, Ward recently opened two Atlanta restaurants simultaneously.
Consumer Trends
Why Solo Diners Matter for Restaurants
Solo travelers, single-person households, and solitary diners are making their mark on several industries ranging from consumer goods to tourism to restaurants.
Welcome to a New Era of Casino Dining
On the first weekend of the new year, The Mayfair Supper Club opened its doors within the Bellagio resort and casino on Las Vegas’s famed Strip.
Warm Weather Gives Restaurant Sales a Boost
A milder winter appears to have heated up restaurants, too.
Where and When Local Restaurants Can Win
According to The NPD Group, there were more than 460 billion in- and away-from home eating and drinking occasions in 2018. And it’s been well documented where the shift is taking place. ...
The Battle for Brand Value: Why Restaurants are Rejecting Third-Party Delivery
For the vast majority of restaurants, joining the third-party delivery bandwagon is a must to increase off-premises sales and capitalize on the convenience-crazed movement.
Can Casual Dining’s Biggest Brands Recapture their Soul?
Editor’s note: This is the second in a series of stories on the state of casual dining based on exclusive Market Force Information data.
Cheese Isn't Slowing Down on Restaurant Menus
There are few ingredients that can move from one area of the menu to another seamlessly. Rarely do you see beef on a dessert menu or whipped cream atop your appetizer. But cheese?
National Restaurant Association, NRAEF Name 2020 Boards
The National Restaurant Association and the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation announced their 2020 board officers and directors.
Breakfast is Still Going Strong in the Restaurant Industry, Study Says
Breakfast means breaking a fast and whether consumed at 6 a.m. or 11 a.m., it’s always been an important meal in the U.S.
