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Recap of top 2023 F&B stories highlighted in Omnivore's Weekly Roundup.

Weekly Roundup – Week of 12.25.23 – Reflecting on 2023

2023 marked a transformative journey for the Food and Beverage Industry as foodservice, Consumer Packaged Goods (CPGs), and retailers adapted to economic challenges through technological advancements, pricing strategies, and a focus on consumer preferences for convenience and health. Influencer marketing played a pivotal role in brand promotion and consumer engagement, and retailers innovated their foodservice offerings to stay competitive in a dynamic market.

Interior shot of an airport restaurant and lounge.

Weekly Roundup – Week of 11.27.23

Explore ways airports are catering to travelers with high-end dining spaces and enhanced hospitality experiences, what specialty food trends are expected for 2024, why consumers are furious about increasing fast-food prices, new retail shopping strategies Amazon is implementing and which items IHOP and Subway are adding to their menus.

Owners of a food truck.

Weekly Roundup – Week of 9.11.23

Today’s weekly roundup features what drives consumers to seek global street food, why taste matters in plant-based food consumption, Smucker’s plan for purchasing Hostess, and what strategists predict for the upcoming holiday’s retail sales.

Group of elementary school kids in the lunchroom.

Weekly Roundup – Week of 8.7.23

Discover these hot topics in today’s weekly roundup: nine states plan to reinstate free school meals, a new study reveals omnichannel shopping insights, FoodLM enhances food-related search queries, C-Stores can learn from their quick service competitors on ways to improve their digital ordering platforms and new headlines from Heineken and Anheuser-Busch.

At home Ice cream sales are up.

Weekly Roundup – Week of 7.17.23

Ice cream is so hot right now, and Amercians are buying it in bulk! Regional grocers might have a disadvantage in e-commerce compared to Walmart, but with a few refinements in pricing and pickup service strategies, they can compete. A new network, GLEAM, is helping foodservice professionals reach their full potential. And, Hostess is creating some fun new products to satisfy snack cravings. Read our roundup to learn more.

Crowded conference area

Key Themes From The 2023 National Restaurant Association Show

A few key themes emerged from the 2023 National Restaurant Association Show including a rise in technology, plant-based foods, and ethical sourcing and sustainability efforts. Read our blog to learn more.

Group shot of a variety of plant-based milk flavors.

Weekly Roundup – Week of 5.8.2023

While alternative milks are leading the plant-based dairy category, inflation and innovation are hurting growth. C-stores are shifting to more unconventional locations. And buy now, pay later programs provide consumers with an option for purchasing groceries during financially unstable times. Read this week’s roundup to learn more.

Weekly Roundup week of 4.24.23

Weekly Roundup – Week of 4.24.2023

This week’s roundup highlights consumer trends on skyrocketing grocery prices and a new tool retailers can use to compare private label products, a partnership between Uber Eats and DeliverZero for reusable containers, better-for-you beverages’ slow integration in foodservice and new product news from Kraft-Heinz and UpsideFoods.

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2023 Restaurant Leadership Conference: 10 Key Learnings

As a full-service, food-and-beverage brand and digital agency, we’re fortunate to attend the most recognized conferences and events in the industry. By networking with our broader F&B community, we’re able to garner relevant, valuable intel and insights which help inform our clients’ business and marketing strategies while enriching relationships with their customers. Check out our top ten key learnings from the RLC.

CULINARY SERIES: INDULGENT INSIGHTS FROM PASTRY CHEF RACHEL SEARL

We’re proud to have Executive Pastry Chef Rachel Searl on our culinary team. Chef Rachel combines her passion for creating delightful desserts and bakery with her love of family to our talented group of chef partners. Her insights and innovative thinking expand our reach within the culinary landscape of both our foodservice and retail clients. Read our Q&A with Rachel to discover more about what drives her.