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Weekly Roundup – Week of 12.8.25

From AI-powered QSR kitchens to fiber’s rise in functional foods, front-of-pack transparency, ChatGPT grocery shopping, and supplier strategies for 2026—these five insights show how technology, wellness, and operational efficiency are reshaping the food and beverage industry.

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Weekly Roundup – Week of 12.1.25

As 2026 approaches, this roundup explores what’s shaping foodservice and CPG—from next-gen loyalty and agentic AI to 2026 trends, voice-tech drive-thrus, and shifting shopper behavior.

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Weekly Roundup – Week of 11.17.25

From Mintel’s 2026 predictions to clever holiday promotions and tackling labor challenges, discover key trends shaping restaurants, QSRs, and foodservice brands.

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Weekly Roundup – Week of 11.10.25

From AI-powered kitchens to smarter staffing models, discover how restaurants are adapting to rising consumer expectations and 2026’s top global trends.

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Weekly Roundup – Week of 11.3.25

From Gen Alpha’s search for meaningful moments to AI-driven efficiencies for CPGs, this week’s curated insights cover everything from holiday trends to shifting mealtime behaviors that are reshaping the food industry.

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Weekly Roundup – Week of 10.27.25

From sweet-tooth surges to sustainable kitchens and tech-driven dining, this week’s curated F&B insights cover candy trends, zero-waste menus, category management, and digital promotions transforming alcohol and casual dining.

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The Impact Of GLP-1 Drugs On The Food Industry

GLP-1 drugs are changing the way consumers think about food—from portion sizes to purchase decisions. In this blog, we unpack the data behind these shifts and share how food brands and restaurants can adapt to stay relevant in a rapidly evolving market.

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Weekly Roundup – Week of 10.20.25

This week’s roundup dives into the innovations, ideas, and generations redefining food and beverage. From how Gen X still influences dining trends, to why AI is revolutionizing QSR inventory management, to how packaging design and regulation now go hand-in-hand, we’re spotlighting the forces reshaping foodservice and CPG. Plus, get key takeaways from NACS 2025 and discover three sustainability breakthroughs set to make a lasting industry impact.

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Weekly Roundup – Week of 10.13.25

From AI-powered restaurants and breakthrough food innovations to NielsenIQ insights and Whole Foods’ 2026 trend forecast, this week’s curated roundup covers the ideas and events shaping the future of food. Plus, a look at the potential US Foods–Performance Food Group merger that could reshape distribution.

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Weekly Roundup – Week of 9.29.25

From regenerative agriculture to AI-powered ketchup and Halloween flavor mashups, here’s what’s shaping food manufacturing, restaurants, and retail in 2025.