From Fax to Apps: The New Digital Supply Chain

For decades, foodservice distribution relied on phone calls, fax orders, and proprietary portals owned by broadline giants like Sysco and US Foods. But today, a new class of digital platforms—Pepper, Cut+Dry, and others—are rewriting the rules of engagement. While...

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,...

The Explosive Growth of Food Halls

Defining Food Halls Many people might think a food hall is just a new name for the ubiquitous and outdated mall food court, but that would be incorrect. Food halls are more akin to when Fast Casual appeared as an upgrade to traditional QSR. So what is a food hall? A...