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A collection of menu planning ideas for foodservice operators.

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How Vino Volo's airport wine bars create a unique oasis for travelers

 By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 29, 2024

Through curated wine flights, local flavor and enlightened server training, certified sommelier Larissa Dubose captures guests on the go for a bit of pampering.

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Northfield Hospital's Thai Tofu Salad has hospital staff sprinting to the salad bar

 By Benita Gingerella on Feb. 29, 2024

Locally Sourced: While it has only been on the menu for a few weeks, the salad has already caused a “eating frenzy” among hospital staff, says Chef Molly Lindberg.

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Metz culinary competition challenges chefs to make seafood the star of the menu

By Benita Gingerella on Feb. 27, 2024

The foodservice provider’s Scales & Tails Seafood Culinary Contest tasked chefs to come up with innovative recipes using seafood.

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Recipe report: Flapjack attack! Sweet and savory pancakes to flip for

By Tara Fitzpatrick on Feb. 27, 2024

These cool pancake recipes will make mundane mornings magical and turn brunch into bacchanalia. Don't sleep on the BLT pancakes!

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Texas Christian University's latest dining pop-up aims to push students out of their comfort zone

By Benita Gingerella on Feb. 26, 2024

When designing the menu for pasta concept Al Moro, Executive Culinary Director Mike Smith didn’t want to mimic the offerings commonly found at Italian casual dining restaurants.

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IHOP hits the accelerator on menu innovation with chef Arthur Carl at the helm

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 22, 2024

As VP of culinary at the chain, Carl is filling menu gaps by balancing creativity with value.

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Recipe report: Snacky recipes celebrating the irresistible pull of cheese

By Tara Fitzpatrick on Feb. 21, 2024

As far as snacks, apps and fun savory shareables go, cheese really holds it all together! Try pepperoni dips, a spicy paneer, a pull-apart pizza (with dairy-free cheese!), a fancy mascarpone tartine or beer cheese nachos to send your customers to testify at the church of cheese.

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From Washington D.C. to Florida, Ryan Ratino creates memorable dining destinations

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 15, 2024

The 33-year-old chef and restaurateur has earned Michelin stars and industry cred by constantly striving for excellence and evolution.

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Recipe report: Try these gloriously green recipes to summon an early spring

By Tara Fitzpatrick on Feb. 14, 2024

The groundhog has declared an early spring, so it’s high time your menus did the same. Hit fast-forward to the sun-kissed season of springtime with ingredients like sugar snap peas, fresh mint, green onions, Green Goddess dressing and fresh greens galore.

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Meet the 20 winners of FSD’s Best Sandwiches Contest

By Tara Fitzpatrick on Feb. 13, 2024

The Best Sandwiches competition winners have been selected and now it’s time to grab that sandwich, wrap it up and bite into victory. Now with thought-provoking bonus Choose Your Own Sandwich Adventure questions with each winner so you can add your own twist!

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