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FoodService Director is working to track the unprecedented impacts of COVID-19 on the foodservice industry. Please check our coronavirus section for the latest updates.

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Packaging remains a hurdle as operators plan for the future

COVID slowed down many teams’ sustainability efforts, and for some, a clear solution remains under wraps.

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Why the shift to delivery may not last

A new study uncovered that many consumers replaced dining in with delivery last year—a trend that reversed as eateries reopened.

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How the Humane Society is pushing the boundaries of plant-based eating

Increased demand for meatless menu items is fueling creativity.

Recent Stories

How one school district increased its meal counts

Sen. Sanders, Rep. Omar and others introduce universal free meals bill

Recipe report: Grilling season is here

School Nutrition Association announces 2021 national award recipients

How Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar is blazing a trail

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Menus on the move

COVID-19: One year later

Plant-forward healthcare operations to watch

19 rising stars in foodservice

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4 ways school districts are celebrating School Lunch Hero Day

Here's how some nutrition teams are being recognized this year.

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Plant-forward dishes keep growing at restaurants

Operators are subbing plant-based meat in everything from Italian beef sandwiches to hot dogs. But fresh vegetables are also showing up in a big way.

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How one elementary school is cutting food waste during the pandemic

Arden Road Elementary School’s “No Stinkin’ Food Waste” program has saved close to 2,000 pounds of food from the landfill.

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CDC issues new COVID-19 guidance for school nutrition professionals

The guidelines were updated to include information on self-service stations.

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Building customer connections while social distancing endures

Dining teams are sticking to COVID-era engagement practices as in-person events return to the mix.

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Why the shift to delivery may not last

A new study uncovered that many consumers replaced dining in with delivery last year—a trend that reversed as eateries reopened.

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Health on the menu: meeting consumer expectations

Consumers will have general wellness issues top-of-mind this year, with the intersection of healthy foundations, immunity and food benefits playing a major role.

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Recipe report: Get ready for Cinco de Mayo

Last year, Cinco de Mayo fell during the height of the first COVID-19 wave, nixing the traditional food and drink tie-ins. With dine-in restrictions now loosened up a bit and takeout options going strong, here are five recipes fit for a 2021 celebration on May 5.

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Biden’s American Families Plan includes over $40 billion in funding for child nutrition

The plan would expand CEP and Summer EBT access, while offering financial incentives to schools that offer more healthy foods.