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Weekly Roundup – Week of 8.18.25

From fresh-format grocery wins to AI innovation, new product launches, and shifting regulations, here’s your fast-track recap of this week’s F&B headlines.

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Weekly Roundup – Week of 8.11.25

From fresh-format grocery wins to AI innovation, new product launches, and shifting regulations, here’s your fast-track recap of this week’s F&B headlines.

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Weekly Roundup – Week of 8.4.25

What’s shaping the future of food? From the psychology of performative snacking to the tech powering foodservice and the rise of co-manufacturing, this curated roundup explores the consumer trends, innovations, and category growth drivers redefining the F&B industry.

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Weekly Roundup – Week of 7.28.25

From smarter back-of-house systems to AI-driven ordering and the evolving identity of plant-based proteins, the food and beverage industry continues to shift at a rapid pace. This week’s roundup covers the future of Wingstop’s kitchens, what “ultra processed” really means, Gen Z’s obsession with texture, and how restaurants are experimenting with AI to boost service speed.

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How Chefs Use Data to Craft Smarter Menus

Chefs and foodservice operators are using data—from POS reports to TikTok trends—to build menus that excite guests and improve margins. In our latest blog, we explore how analytics and culinary creativity work together.

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Weekly Roundup – Week of 7.14.25

From surging eGrocery sales and game-changing distributor mergers to new packaging regulations and smarter data use, this week’s top headlines reveal where food industry strategy is heading next. We’re breaking down five must-know stories. Let’s dig in.

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Weekly Roundup – Week of 7.7.25

What do barcodes, beef, and Gen Z have in common? They’re all reshaping the future of food. In this week’s roundup, we explore how CPGs and restaurant brands are responding to evolving shopper preferences—from the rise of non-alcoholic spirits to Walmart’s bold supply chain play. These trends offer valuable takeaways for food marketers and manufacturers looking to stay ahead.

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Weekly Roundup – Week of 6.23.25

From QR codes and consumer transparency to global exports and tech-enabled sourcing, this week’s curated roundup explores how food companies are innovating to stay competitive. Learn why CPGs are doubling down on value, how unified sourcing platforms keep innovation alive, and how one grocer is driving sales with in-store dining done right.

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Weekly Roundup – Week of 6.16.25

From 2026 trend predictions to AI insights and TikTok as the new taste tester, this week’s roundup is packed with smart strategies F&B pros can’t afford to miss.

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Weekly Roundup – Week of 6.9.25

This week’s food and beverage roundup dives into game-changing updates across the industry. From Walmart’s foodservice push to the rise of private label craft beer, we’re spotlighting what’s real, what’s next, and what it all means for operators and brands alike. Plus, we explore how data is driving efficiency and whether delivery robots are ready for primetime.