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Salmonella has now sickened 320 in the East, but authorities can't say if there's a common source

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 06, 2024

Cucumbers have been connected to two of the three contaminations. Still, the outbreaks could be separate, according to health officials.

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Introducing the Summer of Soft Serve

By Nancy Kruse on Jun. 06, 2024

State of the Plate: Menu trends columnist Nancy Kruse finds plenty of delicious examples that soft-serve ice cream's reach is expanding far beyond fast food.

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Viral food trends are increasingly landing on restaurant menus, Yelp data reveals

By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 05, 2024

The 2024 State of the Industry Report also shows growth in dessert concepts and popups. And croissants continue to morph.

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The snacking trend fuels growth at smoothie and treat concepts

By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 05, 2024

A focus on portability, meal replacement and beverage innovation is also moving these chains up in the Top 500 ranks.

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Burger King is testing flame-grilled chicken for new sandwiches and wraps

By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 05, 2024

The quick-service chain known for flame-grilled burgers is expanding on that concept with a new protein, soon available in several flavor variations at select restaurants in Nebraska and Alabama.

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Saucy nuggets, steak and sticker shock

By Patricia Cobe and Bret Thorn on Jun. 04, 2024

Menu Talk: Pat and Bret beef about the high price of entrees and how Fogo de Chao offers value for meat lovers. Plus chicken nuggets and sauces keep making news.

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June kicks off with menu action at Sonic, Blaze Pizza and Panda Express

By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 04, 2024

Taste Tracker: IHOP’s Pancake of the Month debuts; summer fruits sparkle at 7-Eleven, CPK and Hardee’s; BWW goes Hawaiian; and chicken gets downsized at Dave’s.

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Cucumbers shipped to 14 states are suspected of carrying salmonella

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 03, 2024

The produce likely never made it to restaurants or supermarkets, according to the FDA, because supplies were halted at the distributor and wholesaler stages of the supply chain.

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