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Functional and Additive Beverages: A Growing Force in Foodservice
Beverages have long been at the center of foodservice innovation, but today’s landscape is being reshaped by a wave of functional and additive offerings. From gut health and hydration to energy and mood management, consumers are seeking beverages that deliver more...
Why Food Manufacturers Are Refocusing on K-12 Foodservice
Over the past several months, Foodservice IP has seen a marked increase in interest from major food manufacturers in the K-12 channel. While K-12 has always been a critical institutional market, the current wave of attention is being driven by three converging forces:...
Gen Z, Millennials, and the New Beverage Landscape
Alcohol moderation, functional ingredients, and the future of on-premise choices For decades, alcohol was the unquestioned centerpiece of socializing among younger adults. Today, that dominance is under review. While college campuses remain hubs for binge drinking,...
Potbelly and RaceTrac: A Different Kind of Deal
In an industry where partnerships and franchising dominate, RaceTrac’s recent acquisition of Potbelly Sandwich Works is a strategic outlier. Rather than licensing or co-locating a brand within its c-store network, RaceTrac has opted for a full equity purchase—a...
Labor Day 2025: Where Foodservice Stands
The Economic Backdrop As we pause this Labor Day, the broader economic picture is hard to ignore. Rising home prices, higher mortgage rates, and day-to-day inflation have shifted how consumers approach spending. Behavioral economists like Kahneman, Tversky, and Thaler...
What Cracker Barrel Teaches Us About Balancing Nostalgia and Relevance
Reinvention is never easy. Legacy brands that built their reputations over decades often find themselves caught between the pull of loyal customers and the push to attract a new generation. The challenge is not just knowing what to change but also how quickly to move....
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