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Dining
fromTasting Table
1 hour ago

I Love Dining Solo At Restaurants - Here Are The Biggest Perks - Tasting Table

Dining solo is increasingly popular, offering unique experiences and advantages like better seating and the freedom to enjoy meals at one's own pace.
Cooking
fromTasting Table
8 hours ago

The All-Time Best Soup-Making Tips From Food Network Stars - Tasting Table

Soup can be elevated with simple techniques and ingredients from expert chefs.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 hours ago

Why Some Subway Employees Skip This Meaty Sub Sandwich - Tasting Table

Subway's meatball sub may pose risks due to inconsistent heating and storage practices across locations.
Remodel
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

Reverse Your Fridge Door To Maximize Space In A Cramped Kitchen - Tasting Table

Reversible refrigerator doors can enhance kitchen flow, safety, and convenience by allowing for better placement and access.
#food-waste
Silicon Valley food
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

What Cheesecake Factory Does With Its Leftover Food At The End Of The Day - Tasting Table

The Cheesecake Factory donates surplus food to local nonprofits through its Nourish program, significantly reducing food waste since 2007.
Silicon Valley food
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

What Cheesecake Factory Does With Its Leftover Food At The End Of The Day - Tasting Table

The Cheesecake Factory donates surplus food to local nonprofits through its Nourish program, significantly reducing food waste since 2007.
#kitchen-cleaning
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

Your Kitchen Is Probably Hiding Grease In These Spots Everyone Overlooks - Tasting Table

Regular deep cleaning of kitchen surfaces is essential to prevent grease buildup and maintain cleanliness.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

Stop Kitchen Grease Before It Spreads With This Simple Cooking Move - Tasting Table

Using a range hood while cooking helps capture airborne grease and prevents it from settling on kitchen surfaces.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

Your Kitchen Is Probably Hiding Grease In These Spots Everyone Overlooks - Tasting Table

Regular deep cleaning of kitchen surfaces is essential to prevent grease buildup and maintain cleanliness.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

Stop Kitchen Grease Before It Spreads With This Simple Cooking Move - Tasting Table

Using a range hood while cooking helps capture airborne grease and prevents it from settling on kitchen surfaces.
London food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

UK food halls buck downbeat hospitality trend: In this impossible climate, they shine hope'

Food halls are thriving in the UK, offering affordable dining options and supporting new businesses amid economic challenges.
fromWIRED
2 days ago

Scientists Have Made French Fry Breakthrough

"Consumers want healthy foods, but at the time of purchase, cravings often prevail. The high oil content adds flavor, but it also contains a lot of energy and calories."
Alternative medicine
East Bay food
fromBon Appetit
2 days ago

Rave in Aisle 4! The Hottest New Club Is Your Grocery Store

International grocery stores and coffee shops are transforming nightlife by creating community-focused events that celebrate culture and provide sober alternatives.
fromRemodelista
3 days ago

Kitchen of the Week: Hardware Store Finds and Thoughtful Storage for a Professional Chef - Remodelista

"The clients are a family of five who were already living in the Barcelona flat but wanted to give it new character through the redesign of the kitchen and bathrooms," says Muñoz. "Our focus was to update the spaces while maintaining continuity with the rest of the apartment, which has a lot of personality thanks to the clients."
Renovation
fromTasting Table
3 days ago

Where All Those Groceries From Food Network's Guy's Grocery Games End Up After The Show - Tasting Table

Producers check meat and produce for items approaching their expiration date that will not last until the next round of filming. Whatever is eligible is donated to local food banks, schools, and shelters like the Redwood Gospel Mission.
Fundraising
Boston food
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Clover Food Lab puts itself on the market

Clover Food Lab is seeking a buyer after stabilizing post-bankruptcy and plans to expand its locations across New England.
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

"We Power Over 160,000 Restaurants": Toast's CFO Makes the Case for a Data-Driven Moat

We power over 160,000 restaurants. So you can imagine the data that sits in our platform. This data creates value for operators, allowing them to benchmark prices and identify opportunities for improvement.
Business
European startups
fromComputerWeekly.com
6 days ago

'Hot' property: Azzurri Group's chicken chain and the greenfield tech opportunity | Computer Weekly

Azzurri Group aims to leverage technology for growth by rolling out Dave's Hot Chicken restaurants across Europe, avoiding legacy tech issues.
#mcdonalds
Cooking
fromTasting Table
6 hours ago

The Unique Process That Makes McDonald's Minced Onions Taste So Good - Tasting Table

McDonald's minced onions are dehydrated, rehydrated for a sweet, mild flavor that enhances their iconic burgers.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
6 days ago

6 things people who grew up lower middle class instinctively calculate before entering any restaurant, and none of them involve whether they're actually hungry - Silicon Canals

Growing up lower middle class instills lasting mental habits that influence decision-making and risk assessment, even after financial circumstances improve.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

28 Wrap Recipes That Make The Perfect Light Lunch Or Dinner - Tasting Table

Wraps provide a light meal option packed with protein and veggies, easily customizable with various ingredients.
Food & drink
fromTheStreet
1 day ago

16-year-old restaurant chain closes its final location

A 14-year-old restaurant chain has closed its last location due to rising costs and lower consumer demand, highlighting industry challenges.
Silicon Valley food
fromEntrepreneur
2 days ago

This 30-Year-Old Uber Employee Started a 'Scrappy' Side Hustle in Her Kitchen - It Hit $10K in 48 Hours: 'Never About Chasing a Trend'

Glabman created She's The Sauce to provide functional condiments while managing health issues, achieving $10,000 in revenue within 48 hours.
E-Commerce
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

The Sneaky Way Dining Kiosks And Service Tablets Jack Up Food Costs - Tasting Table

Kiosks and tablets in food service can lead to increased spending, with consumers spending up to 20% more due to upselling tactics.
Dining
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

How two female chefs led the way for The Musket Room's globally inspired menu | amNewYork

The Musket Room, a Michelin-starred restaurant, has evolved from New Zealand-inspired cuisine to a diverse dining experience under Executive Chef Mary Attea.
Education
fromwww.fb101.com
1 week ago

Kitchen Brigades: Empowering Toronto Youth Through Culinary Arts

La Tablee des Chefs and the Toronto District School Board launched the Kitchen Brigades program to teach culinary skills to high school students.
Mission District
fromMission Local
1 week ago

Supervisors OK new street food regulations

New ordinance regulating food street vendors approved, raising concerns about affordability and legality for small vendors in the Mission.
Renovation
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

I run my business from an 18-square-foot shed in my parents' backyard. It cut my rent and childcare costs.

Katie Vale transitioned from dancer to milliner, starting her business in a shed built by her parents, driven by a passion for unique hat designs.
East Bay food
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
5 days ago

Fungi Foods opens brick-and-mortar; plus 2 new cafes, a fresh Filipino option, and a place for egg enthusiasts

A variety of new restaurants have recently opened in the East Bay, offering diverse cuisines and dining experiences.
Cooking
fromBon Appetit
10 hours ago

These Transportive Jellies Are So Much More Than Dessert

Patience is essential for creating stunning jelly desserts, as demonstrated by chef Thu Buser's intricate techniques and colorful flavor combinations.
London food
fromThe Infatuation
6 days ago

The NYC Restaurant Trends Of Spring 2026 - New York - The Infatuation

Frozen yogurt is experiencing a significant resurgence, characterized by chic aesthetics and high-quality ingredients.
Dining
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
4 days ago

'Less crying in the walk-in': East Bay restaurants switch to counter service to survive

Restaurants must adapt to changing economic conditions to survive, similar to the evolution of species.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
3 days ago

Mission BBQ Was Founded By Friends Who Were Executives For These 2 Famous Brands - Tasting Table

Mission BBQ was founded by two friends with corporate backgrounds, combining their skills and passion for barbecue to create a successful restaurant chain.
Cooking
fromBon Appetit
2 days ago

Is This Instagram-Chic Clay Multicooker Any Better Than a Crock-Pot?

The Magnifique Claypot Multicooker offers eight cooking functions and is made from heat-efficient kaolin clay, potentially improving slow cooking results.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
3 days ago

Alton Brown's Cooling Rack Trick Rids Fried Food Of Excess Oil In Seconds - Tasting Table

Using a wire rack upside down over a baking sheet lined with paper towels efficiently wicks excess fat from fried foods.
Dining
fromTasting Table
5 days ago

9 Chain Restaurants That Actually Have Dress Codes - Tasting Table

Many U.S. chain restaurants enforce strict dress codes that can prevent entry if not followed.
Productivity
fromEntrepreneur
3 weeks ago

The Simple Meal System Built for a Busy Entrepreneur Schedule

Meal planning for entrepreneurs fails due to inflexible systems that don't account for real-life unpredictability, not lack of discipline.
Cooking
fromTasting Table
2 days ago

10 Ways To Make Your Sheet-Pan Dinner Taste Gourmet - Tasting Table

Sheet-pan dinners offer a quick, nutritious, and gourmet meal solution with minimal effort.
fromLondon On The Inside
1 week ago

The Burnt Team Is Heading East for Its Third Site

Burnt has been slowly growing over the past few years, with the OG site on Askew Road becoming known for its brunch, featuring dishes like poached eggs with rose harissa yoghurt and buttermilk pancakes with rhubarb.
London food
Remote teams
fromFacility Executive Magazine
3 weeks ago

Are Workplace Cafeterias Becoming Obsolete? - Facility Executive Magazine

Over half of organizations are reducing cafeteria hours, with 36% of decision-makers recommending decommissioning cafeterias in favor of restaurant-powered alternatives due to rising costs and declining employee satisfaction.
Remodel
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

'Burping' Isn't Just For Infants. Turns Out It Benefits Your Kitchen, Too - Tasting Table

House burping, a trend of regularly ventilating homes by opening windows and doors, originated in Germany centuries ago and may help reduce mold and improve indoor air quality.
Dining
fromFast Company
1 week ago

How the best cultures operate like open kitchens

Optimizing organizational culture enhances both front stage performance and the overall experience for customers.
Cooking
fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago

People Are Sharing The Easy Tips For Beginner Cooks That Will Immediately Improve Your Food

Basics in cooking are more important than complex recipes.
fromBon Appetit
1 month ago

Homeward Bound

The expense, return on investment, and volume of investors needed to make it a reality did not make sense. I thought, 'maybe it's time to do something new.' The amount of money you need to run a restaurant in Brooklyn or Manhattan at this point is so crazy. If you fail, the loss is massive. Here, we were able to do a major renovation, we have a 100 bottle wine list, and we can use the ingredients we want and serve them at a decent price point because our overhead is not as bad.
NYC food
Cooking
fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago

Home Cooks Are Confessing The "Basic Skills" They Just Can't Seem To Get Right

Mastering basic cooking skills is essential for adulthood, but many struggle with even simple tasks.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

These Restaurant Chains Are Expected To Close Locations In 2026 - Tasting Table

Restaurant chains are closing underperforming locations in 2026 as an industry-wide survival strategy amid rising food costs and customer budget constraints, with 15% of existing restaurants expected to close.
Everyday cooking
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Tips for downsizing recipes | Kitchen aide

Downsizing recipes requires considering cookware size, ingredient divisibility, and strategic use of freezing and meal prep rather than simple mathematical division.
fromwww.cnn.com
2 weeks ago

The restaurant reservation wars show no signs of slowing down

Restaurant owners like Panjwani are caught in the middle of a growing battle of new and established reservation platforms vying for their business. The two dominant players for more than a decade, OpenTable and Resy, are now facing a wave of fresh competition from high-end services and even delivery apps all trying to win lucrative bookings at exclusive establishments.
Dining
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 month ago

Elevate Local Eateries: The Impact of Media Buying on Restaurant Success INDUSTRY NEWS

Media buying refers to the process of purchasing advertising space across various platforms, including social media, search engines, and traditional media. It's about strategically placing ads where they will reach the target audience effectively.
Marketing
Silicon Valley food
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

At what point does a restaurant stop feeling like a restaurant and start feeling like a vending machine?

Major restaurant chains are adopting AI and automation technology as a competitive necessity to improve efficiency, protect margins, and manage rising labor costs amid price-sensitive consumers.
Gadgets
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Commentary: Robots are heading into the kitchen. Should we welcome them?

A 550-pound robotic wok, Robby, prepares authentic-style fried rice at high temperatures and is available to lease for about $1,200 per month.
Dining
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Why smaller portions are the biggest restaurant trend right now

Restaurants increasingly offer smaller portion menus to meet diverse customer needs including budget constraints, health goals, and changing eating patterns.
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
4 weeks ago

Culinary Innovations and Retail Strategies for 2026

These leadership changes are not just about new faces; they signify a shift towards culinary creativity that prioritizes sustainability, local sourcing, and unique flavor profiles. As industry leaders, these chefs are setting the stage for a culinary renaissance that will engage diners and elevate their dining experiences.
Food & drink
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
4 weeks ago

Cleaning Vs Disinfecting: The Key Difference That Can Make Or Break Your Kitchen - Tasting Table

Cleaning removes dirt, disinfecting kills pathogens, and sanitizing reduces germs to safe levels—each serves distinct purposes in kitchen hygiene.
Everyday cooking
fromMail Online
4 weeks ago

You're storing pans wrong! Why you should NEVER stack them in cupboard

Stacking pans damages non-stick coatings, causes warping, and chips enamel through friction and weight, reducing effectiveness and safety.
Silicon Valley food
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Last Days of Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

American eating patterns increasingly resemble hobbit-style frequent snacking, with restaurants adapting by offering smaller, cheaper options to capture this growing market trend.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

The 5 Most Affordable Fast Food Chains In 2026 - Tasting Table

Fast food prices have risen significantly with dollar menus extinct, but affordable options remain available at chains like Taco Bell for budget-conscious consumers.
Dining
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

It's Not Your Imagination: Restaurant Menus Have Gotten Shorter

Restaurants have adopted shorter menus post-pandemic, driven by operational efficiency, consistency, and profitability rather than temporary necessity.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
4 weeks ago

Why There's Simply No Need For A Food Processor Anymore - Tasting Table

Food processors are optional kitchen gadgets; knives, cutting boards, blenders, and stand mixers effectively replace them for most home cooking tasks.
UX design
fromMedium
2 months ago

Designing Platforms-Culinary UX part II

A platform is a modular set of purpose-specific building blocks plus rules enabling many predictable outcomes; appropriate granularity is crucial for usability and flexibility.
Coffee
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 month ago

5 to go: Accelerating Growth and International Expansion in 2026 - Food & Beverage Magazine

5 to go targets EUR 72 million turnover in 2026 and aims for 1,000 coffee shops by 2028 through aggressive European expansion and local market adaptation.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Pizza van by church wins 12-month licence to trade

Google The meeting heard from Richard Smith, representing members of the church, said they did not want to stop the business trading. "Trading from a pizza van at the gates of the church in such a location is demonstrably unsuitable even, some say, disrespectful," he said. Smith also said the location of the van caused "disturbance and inconvenience" for churchgoers, particularly disabled and elderly people.
UK news
fromwww.archdaily.com
1 month ago

Live Multispecies Kitchen / Fahrenheit Works

Live Kitchen fosters encounters between humans and non-humans, creating an ecosystem of harmony that questions contemporary urban ways of living through art and food.
Food & drink
fromTime Out New York
2 months ago

Swap your sad desk lunch for a free chef-made meal

It's called the Protein Power-Up Shop and the premise is simple: bring along whatever you were planning to eat (or admit you were going to skip lunch entirely), then take a quick on-site "protein personality quiz" and walk out with a freshly-made, ready-to-eat meal that's much more grown-up than your usual noon-hour scramble. There will be truffle butter filet mignon, peanut Buddha bowls, parmesan and sun-dried tomato chicken penne, plus vegan options for plant-based lunchers.
NYC food
Gadgets
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

The Best Single-Use Kitchen Tools, According to Chefs

Single-purpose kitchen tools often outperform multiuse gadgets, with pros favoring items like tofu and garlic presses, a Chef's Press, and a bamboo steamer.
Remote teams
fromFood & Wine
2 months ago

How the Office Lunch Suddenly Became a $5,600-a-Year Expense

Average office lunch costs $23.60 in major urban areas, causing workers to spend thousands annually and increasing financial pressure, especially for hybrid workers.
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 month ago

Plan-First Approach for Foodservice Exhibitors

The brands that excel are those that recognize the importance of engaging with their audience long before the show floor opens and continuing that engagement well after it closes. Today's decision-makers-operators, distributors, chefs, and F&B directors-are selective about their time and budget. They arrive at trade shows with clear agendas and short attention spans, making it crucial for exhibitors to establish a presence prior to the event.
Food & drink
Cooking
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Why Buying Pantry Container Sets Will Backfire For So Many People - Tasting Table

Buy individual pantry containers tailored to contents to save space and money; label with expiration dates, use FIFO and lazy Susans for efficient organization.
fromBrit + Co
2 months ago

Is the Open Floor Plan Over? Why the "Closed Kitchen" Is the Biggest Home Trend of 2026

My immediate plan when moving into my home was to knock down the wall separating the kitchen from the living room. I was bummed to learn that structurally it couldn't be done. Five years later, though, I'm grateful I never took that leap. Closed kitchens are having a comeback moment, as more people crave separation between cooking, entertaining, and even working from home.
Remodel
#kitchen-organization
Food & drink
fromsilive
1 month ago

Growing Staten Island biz brings food quality to pre-packed meals, and jobs to the neighborhood

Epicured operates a Staten Island facility producing medically tailored meals, expanding rapidly and creating jobs while prioritizing culinary quality and dignity.
Cooking
fromDaily News
2 months ago

Small-batch cooking hacks for smaller households

Small-batch cooking and baking provide fresh, cost-effective meals scaled to increasing one- and two-person households, reducing waste, expense, and excess takeout.
Dining
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

I've Been A Professional Chef For 11 Years. Here's How To Modify An Order Without Upsetting The Kitchen Staff - Tasting Table

Be polite, keep modification requests simple and reasonable, inform staff about severe allergies, and consider restaurant type and safety limits when requesting changes.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

The Fast Food Chain That Refuses Microwaves And Freezers Across All Locations - Tasting Table

In-N-Out avoids microwaves and freezers, preparing fresh ingredients and burgers in-house to ensure consistent high-quality fast-food across its locations.
Dining
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

12 Chain Restaurants Diners Say Aren't Worth It Anymore - Tasting Table

Rising prices and falling food quality at many national chain restaurants make dining out poor value compared with cooking at home or supporting local restaurants.
Cooking
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

10 Kitchen Items Professional Chefs Say You Should Throw Away - Tasting Table

Replace chipped or cracked dinnerware and retire underperforming kitchen items because they harbor bacteria, risk injury, and derail cooking efficiency.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

One in seven food delivery businesses in England are dark kitchens', study shows

Dr Lucie Nield, co-lead investigator from the University of Sheffield, said: People deserve greater transparency about the food they are ordering online, and these businesses must be held to the appropriate regulatory standards. Without this, dark kitchens risk falling through the gap, with potential consequences for public health, particularly by encouraging increased use of online takeaways, greater availability and therefore greater consumption of high fat, salt or sugar food.
Food & drink
Cooking
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

January tips if you're cooking for one | Kitchen aide

Cook quick, warming single-person meals using one-pan techniques, quality tinned or jarred ingredients, and comforting elements like miso udon carbonara, roasted squash, or braised beans.
Food & drink
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

How Real Chefs Shop To Save Money & Reduce Waste

Plan shorter meal blocks, avoid buying unplanned sale items, save and repurpose scraps, and prepare cut-up produce to reduce grocery spending and food waste.
Food & drink
fromEater
1 month ago

We Asked: How Do You Run a Restaurant With Your Partner?

Open, honest communication and treating partners as people first—using empathy and shared understanding—prevents resentment and strengthens both business and personal relationships.
Cooking
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I'm a chef with over 15 years of experience. Here are 12 tips I learned in culinary school that at-home cooks should know.

Prepare ingredients ahead, stabilize the cutting board with a damp towel, and balance richness with cold butter or brightness with vinegar or lemon.
Food & drink
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

We run our bakery out of shipping containers. It was an unexpectedly cost-effective solution to scaling our business.

A chef and baker left New York City to build a scrappy, land-based food business upstate, prioritizing quality of life and fair treatment of employees.
Food & drink
fromArchitectural Digest
4 years ago

23 Fridge Organization Tips to Make Meal Prep a Breeze

Designate zones in the refrigerator with clear bins, drawers, and turntables to improve visibility, reduce food waste, and simplify restocking.
Food & drink
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
2 months ago

Introducing the Versatile 8x6 Safe-T-Chef: Your Solution for Modern Meal Packaging - Food & Beverage Magazine

8×6 Safe-T-Chef® containers combine tamper-evident seals, microwave-safe polypropylene, clear presentation, and lid options to secure, reheat, and display prepared meals.
Food & drink
fromEarth911
1 month ago

Taking Your First Bite of Upcycled Food: Understanding the Certification

Upcycled foods repurpose ingredients that would otherwise be wasted, reducing food waste, lowering greenhouse gas emissions, and are identified by an Upcycled Certified label.
fromMedium
5 years ago

My Annual Pantry Cleanout Looks Different This Year

I can't help but think of this time a year ago when I was looking forward to a party we'd planned. I didn't know it was the last one we'd host for so long. When I look back at what I cherish and miss the most about what we did during pre-pandemic life, gatherings small and large are high on the list.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Why Buffets Struggle With Fried Food Options - Tasting Table

Avoid most buffet fried items because sitting under heat lamps causes oxidation and sogginess; prefer fresher or roasted/baked/grilled alternatives and sample before loading a plate.
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 months ago

Restaurant industry gets taste for IoT | Computer Weekly

IoT tech is seeing increased use and paying dividends, fuelling operational efficiency, improving front-of-house guest experiences and reducing downtime in the kitchen, according to research from MachineQ. The 2026 restaurant readiness: ops meets tech report, conducted by independent research firm Censuswide, took the opinion of more than 400 US-based quick service and fast casual restaurant leaders about the effects of technology in their industry, highlighting how technology adoption is transforming day-to-day restaurant operations.
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