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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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5 stats that show how diners across the generations relate to health

Here’s a look at some attributes impacting the food choices of today’s consumers, according to Technomic data.

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District celebrates Farm-to-School Month with scratch-made chicken noodle soup

The soup will be prepared using carrots from a local farm.

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Recipe report: Readers’ favorites

Our Recipedia database includes thousands of recipes, but certain dishes repeatedly rise to the top. Take a look at five recipes that have become all-time favorites.

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Sodexo’s concierge program reveals evolving trends during the pandemic

NC State hosts virtual plant-based recipe swap and potluck

Hospital foodservice team serves up personal dishes and stories to celebrate diversity

Versatile proteins make menu trends easy to accommodate

Boston University students now have an extra step to follow to enter dining halls

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19 rising stars in foodservice

Menus move into the future

The reopening playbook

FSD’s Culinary Council

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District celebrates Farm-to-School Month with scratch-made chicken noodle soup

The soup will be prepared using carrots from a local farm.

Operations

5 stats that show how diners across the generations relate to health

Here’s a look at some attributes impacting the food choices of today’s consumers, according to Technomic data.

Menu

As weather gets colder, comfort foods take a front seat

Foodservice operations continue to tap tried-and-true trends in new menu launches.

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University of Michigan undergrads ordered to stay in place for 2 weeks

By order of the county health department, students should remain in their residences unless getting food or conducting other essential activities.

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Recipe report: Readers’ favorites

Our Recipedia database includes thousands of recipes, but certain dishes repeatedly rise to the top. Take a look at five recipes that have become all-time favorites.

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The surprising ingredient trending in plant-forward dishes

More consumers are actively seeking out plant-forward options when they’re dining out as well as when they’re cooking at home—even in the wake of the pandemic.

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How Market Tavern’s blend of British pub food and rock ‘n’ roll is the right vibe for these times

Listen as chef-partner Brendan Collins shares how he created a gastropub menu infused with California spirit.

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Recipe report: Game-day specials

Football games and baseball playoffs are in full swing, even if stadium seats have to remain empty. But spectators are still tuned in to televised or livestreamed games—and need food to fuel their sports passion. For fans tired of chips and dip, here are five chef-inspired game-day snacks that should hit the spot.

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School nutrition programs continue to face financial challenges, SNA study reveals

Over half of respondents reported a financial loss last school year, and 62% anticipate one this year.