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Weekly Roundup – Week of 3.30.26

As we move further into 2026, the industry is balancing a complex mix of economic pressure and consumer enthusiasm. From the tech-driven "workforce reckoning" in foodservice to the gourmet evolution of the local convenience store, we’ve curated five essential insights you need to stay ahead of the curve this quarter.

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Weekly Roundup – Week of 9.15.25

From breakfast battles to AI-driven kitchens, transparency mandates, and global culinary trends, discover the innovations reshaping foodservice today.

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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.

Young female working at a fast food restaurant takes an order from a 20-something female looking up at a menu board.

Weekly Roundup – Week of 7.21.25

From soda-inspired sauces to global trends crossing U.S. borders, this curated roundup explores what’s shaping menus, ordering habits, and operational strategies.

Close-up image of a young Asian female holding a beef skewer of Thai food in a Thai restaurant.

Weekly Roundup – Week of 5.12.25

This week’s hot topics in food and beverage dive into the cultural impact of Asian American food entrepreneurship, rising energy challenges for manufacturers, and how loyalty programs are reshaping grocery e-commerce. We explore Sysco’s recent distribution setbacks and what food brands can learn, plus a fresh look at how natural foods are driving retail innovation.

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Weekly Roundup – Week of 4.21.25

From zebra striping driving Gen Z purchases to frozen seafood that sells like fresh—dive into this week’s food industry intel, innovation, and regulation shifts.

CES 2025 once again lived up to its reputation as the ultimate showcase of cutting-edge technology.

Weekly Roundup – Week of 1.13.25

The future of food is here, and it's shaping up to be an exciting year! We dive into some of the most talked-about topics in the food industry from CES 2025 Innovations and how the Red No.3 will affect food brands to C-store boosting their coffee programs and Hawaiian cuisine growing influence on mainland restaurant menus.

Gen Z and Alpha: Trends Manufacturers Should Watch In 2025.

Weekly Roundup – Week of 12.9.24

Trends Issue – Dive into the top 2024 food and beverage trends and get a glimpse of what’s on the horizon for 2025. We’ve curated insights from industry-leading publications, highlighting the innovations, flavors, and consumer preferences shaping the future. Handpicked by our team of strategists and food enthusiasts, this collection is your go-to resource for staying ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.

The sustainable grains market, valued at $41 million, is poised for growth, with innovations including quinoa-based non-dairy milk and buckwheat in breakfast foods and beverages like kombucha.

Weekly Roundup – Week of 9.2.24

From Albertson’s new private label brand, Overjoyed, to the use of sustainable grain ingredients in new product development and the rise of cultured dairy in the snacking industry, this week’s roundup covers the latest food and beverage news and trending stories.

Food Away-From-Home Projection are in from the International Foodservice Manufacturers Association.

Weekly Roundup – Week of 8.5.24

Today's blog covers IFMA’s 2024/2025 food projections, 7 key challenges for food retailers, C-Store foodservice innovations, investor optimism despite packaged food declines, and Walmart’s fast-casual dining expansion.