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Weekly Roundup – Week of 2.9.26

From "wonderfully weird" Valentine’s Day trends to the rise of agentic commerce and Gen Z’s evolving campus cravings, we’re unpacking the five essential stories shaping the food and beverage landscape this week.

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Weekly Roundup – Week of 2.2.26

This week’s food and beverage roundup explores how health, convenience, and menu strategy are colliding — from fiber confusion and wellness fatigue to small plates, café growth, and c-store sandwich innovation.

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Weekly Roundup – Week of 1.26.26

Explore this week’s roundup, which looks at food and beverage trends shaping 2026, from global flavors and casual dining to Super Bowl strategies and emerging hemp beverages.

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Weekly Roundup – Week of 1.5.26

From CES 2026 highlights to a reimagined food pyramid, shifting beverage habits, and the rise of creator-speed innovation, this week’s roundup explores the trends shaping how food manufacturers, operators, and restaurant brands will compete in 2026.

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What This Holiday Season Taught Us

This holiday season offered valuable lessons for manufacturers. Discover what worked, what customers responded to, and how to apply insights for smarter 2026 planning.

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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 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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Weekly Roundup – Week of 8.25.25

This week’s curated blog dives into five of the biggest stories shaping the food and beverage industry. From fresh meat sales growth and a landmark beverage merger to the viral rise of Dubai Chocolate and Taco Bell’s winning strategy, we highlight key insights every brand should know. Plus, we spotlight four major trends likely to influence the rest of 2025.

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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.

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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.