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FoodService Director editors Tara Fitzpatrick, Benita Gingerella and Reyna Estrada are bringing you fascinating conversations you can be a part of through their new weekly podcast, Onsite with FSD. Premiering soon, Onsite with FSD is your one-stop podcast gathering place for people-focused interviews with leading minds in the onsite foodservice industry, from chefs to directors to managers to cooks to marketing pros, farmers, growers, manufacturers and more. 

Find old episodes of Menu Feed, a culinary-centered podcast hosted by Senior Editor Patricia Cobe. Menu Feed was produced in collaboration with FSD’s sister publication, Restaurant Business. Now known as Menu Talk. 

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How a new Margaritaville transformed foodservice at a Louisiana campground in mere months

 By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 24, 2023

GM Amanda Skelly oversaw the conversion of Cajun Palms into the popular eatertainment complex, complete with four themed food and beverage venues.

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How CEO Jeff Carcara is taking Sixty Vines to 'wherever the wine drinkers are'

 By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 17, 2023

With its unique tap program and inventive global menu, the polished-casual restaurant is on a mission to make wine approachable and fun.

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As director of culinary for US Foods, Scott McCurdy is a 'constant student of restaurants'

By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 10, 2023

McCurdy and his team of chefs help operators in every foodservice segment create smarter and more cost-effective menus.

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How Mike's Hot Honey sparked the sweet-heat trend, starting with Paulie Gee's Brooklyn pizzeria

By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 03, 2023

Mike Kurtz and Paul Giannone started drizzling hot honey on pizza more than 10 years ago, and now, that drizzle is flooding menus across the country.

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How Eric Gabrynowicz gave Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar a menu refresh while staying true to its roots

By Patricia Cobe on Jul. 27, 2023

The VP of culinary, a transplanted New Yorker, executes a menu lineup that works as well in the Midwest as it does in the South.

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How Spike Mendelsohn is changing up healthy eating in the fast-casual and snack spaces

By Patricia Cobe on Jul. 20, 2023

The TV celeb and former fine-dining chef is expanding his ventures PLNT Burger and Eat the Change while continuing his food policy activism.

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How True Food Kitchen reimagined its menu with a focus on hyper-seasonality and comfort

By Patricia Cobe on Jul. 13, 2023

Head chef Matthew Padilla introduced more than 30 new dishes to appeal to a broader audience while staying true to the brand’s original wellness mission.

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How Fabio Viviani is expanding his restaurant empire into the sweet side

By Patricia Cobe on Jul. 06, 2023

The Italian-born chef’s newest venture is JARS, a fast-casual dessert concept ready for franchising.

Operations

117 chefs share their secrets to running a successful kitchen and restaurant

By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 29, 2023

Shari Bayer, author of “Chefwise: Life Lessons from Leading Chefs Around the World,” collected insights from the pros and shares their best practical and inspirational advice.

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Worry-free menu options that students will love

Sponsored content from our partner SunButter on Jun. 27, 2023

How operators can meet the demand for elevated dining and snacks while being mindful of allergens.

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