Interest in where food comes from, as well as changes in restaurant spending will both be driving the foodservice rollercoaster in 2012, according to Mintel's latest report.

The Daily Meal has released its second annual survey of the "101 Best Restaurants in America for 2012," and New York dominates the list with 32 eateries.

A study found no link between what youngsters ate and how close they lived to fast food restaurants or supermarkets.

A survey shows Texans lead the nation in dining out, with a statewide average of 3.8 meals per week, approximately 20% higher than the national average of 3.1.

McDonald's announced it is diversifying its strategy in China to further improve its market share and to boost customer loyalty.

Eating healthy at fast-food restaurants is not as simple as looking at the calorie counts posted on the menu board, according to a new study.

A new research report published by Temkin Group rates the customer experience of 206 large companies across 18 industries.

Despite some hopeful signs of slight economic recovery, most Americans say they will eat out less and cut back on entertainment in 2012. A recent Harris Poll, as reported in the December 13, 2012, Atlanta Journal-Constitution, shows 61% of U.S. adults say they will likely spend less in restaurants, while 58% say they will curtail their entertainment budgets during the next six months.

Most Americans’ plates do not resemble the nutritionally-balanced quadrants on the USDA’s MyPlate (the new federal guidelines for a healthful daily diet). So note market research firm The NPD Group’s new food and beverage findings, as reported in an online article by Pizzamarketplace.com (December 13, 2011).

When it comes to developing new breakfast foods, ethnic may be a smart way to go.