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Arby's Launches Loaded Italian Sandwich

New Arby's sandwich includes ham, salami and pepperoni on an Italian-style roll

August 20, 2015

Arby's introduced its take on the famous Italian sandwich with a meat-centric sandwich.

Seafood, Vegetarian & Vegan Options Provide Healthy Alternatives

Technomic identifies and analyzes menu and consumer trends impacting the foodservice industry

August 19, 2015

While chicken still holds its status as the centre-of-plate star for both consumers and operators, demands are shifting.

New Toasted Marshmallow Flavor Froyo

Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt invites customers to build their own sundae with new variety

August 18, 2015

Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt may inspire thoughts of sharing stories around campfires while building s'mores with the introduction of Toasted Marshmallow frozen yogurt to its wide assortment of flavors.

Consumer Insights on Healthy Eating

Consumers’ definitions of healthy fare are constantly changing, and companies need to know which health issues are top of mind in order to make informed business decisions—from sourcing to menu planning—before it’s required by law.

Jill Failla

August 14, 2015

The impact of consumer health perceptions on the foodservice industry is evident as of late.

Calorie count information will have to be provided by restaurants and multi-unit foodservive outlets

Counting Calories

In 2016, restaurant chains and similar retail establishments with 20 or more locations must provide calorie information on menus

Michelle Wright, Contributing Editor

August 14, 2015

As part of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (commonly known as “Obama Care”), beginning December 1, 2016, restaurants, chain stores and even vending machines will be required by law to make calorie information of their products available prior to purchase.

Culinary Connections

Research chefs talk about bridging the gap between R&D and restaurant menu trends

August 14, 2015

To learn more about how food companies navigate culinary trends, Prepared Foods reached out to the Research Chefs Association (RCA), a 19-year-old group whose 2,000 members include manufacturing, retail and foodservice chefs as well as associated ingredient and service suppliers.

Streamlining Restaurant Supply Chains

IFMA and The Partnering Group classify and communicate the value of chain operator-supplier relationships

Michael Schwartz, Contributing Editor

August 14, 2015

Manufacturers and operators alike have experienced challenges when working together trying to develop trusted partnerships.

Foodservice Operators, Manufacturers Collaborate in Competitive Market

New toolset to help chain restaurant operators and suppliers work more efficiently and effectively together

Larry Oberkfell

August 14, 2015

Today’s consumer has unlimited choice. At the same time, they commit less effort making decisions and demand their venues give them what they want, when they want it.

Technomic Decodes Foodservice Consumers with Eater Archetypes

Eater Archetypes reveal how psychographic factors can sway consumers with the same age, income or demographic profile

August 14, 2015

Technomic Inc. responded to this industry need for behavioral segmentation with its proprietary Eater Archetypes, which break new ground for turning psychographic data into business insights.