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The latest foodservice management practices, food-safety news and more.

6 predictions for foodservice’s year ahead

By FSD Staff on Jan. 03, 2023

2022 was a rollercoaster of a year, and 2023 may pack plenty of surprises as well. FSD’s editors have been keeping a close eye on the trends—here’s what we see gaining prominence in the months to come.

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Seattle Public Schools brings focus to culinary program through Lunch with Leaders event

By FSD Staff on Jan. 03, 2023

The city's mayor and members of its Office of Sustainability and the Environment served lunch to students and highlighted the importance of local food.

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Sesame now classified as a major allergen by the FDA

By Benita Gingerella on Jan. 03, 2023

It is the ninth major food allergen to be recognized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and will now have to be properly labeled on products.

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Funding to expand summer meal access included in latest spending bill

By Benita Gingerella on Dec. 21, 2022

The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 would establish a permanent summer EBT program and allow summer meal sites to offer non-congregate meals.

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5 student-created dishes that are popping up on K-12 menus

By Benita Gingerella on Dec. 21, 2022

Students across the country got creative in the kitchen and came up with a variety of school nutrition-friendly dishes that can be served to their peers.

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After tripling its unit count in 2022, Everytable looks to up the pace

By Lisa Jennings on Dec. 20, 2022

In addition to its brick-and-mortar storefronts, Everytable has an institutional foodservice operation providing meals for low-income seniors and houseless residents temporarily sheltered in hotels.

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