2026 What’s Hot Culinary Forecast
The 2026 What’s Hot Culinary Forecast offers a sneak peek into the flavors and creative food items that will soon hit menus everywhere.
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Beverages serve as strategic growth lever for restaurants
August 27, 2026New trends report finds drinks are more than a supporting menu category. -
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GDP
August 26, 2026U.S. economy grew 1.5% in Q2 as consumer and business spending rebounded -
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PCE Deflator
August 26, 2026PCE inflation remained higher than desired in July, while restaurant spending continued to be resilient -
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2026 Beverage Trends report: Turn your drink offerings into liquid gold
August 25, 2026Beverage menus are powerful sales drivers. The National Restaurant Association’s just-released 2026 Beverage Trends report can help restaurant operators understand what guests want to drink now, where demand is headed, and how beverage innovation can support traffic, sales, and customer loyalty.
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Consumer outlook
August 19, 2026Consumer outlook remains cautiously optimistic -
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How to handle recalled produce during a foodborne illness
August 17, 2026FDA offers guidelines on what to do at your establishment