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Reyna Estrada is an editor at FoodService Director. Previously, she served as an associate editor. Reyna's coverage is wide-ranging but with a focus on college and university foodservice and sustainability throughout all segments.

Reyna has been with FoodService Director for about three years. She holds a Journalism and Media Studies degree from Roosevelt University. She also has a degree in Political Science. Reyna is based in Michigan, where she lives with her two cats. Reyna enjoys everything related to reading, writing, art and true crime.

Latest from Reyna Estrada

Micro-markets and vending concepts drive success for Aramark during the first fiscal quarter of the year Micro-markets and vending concepts drive success for Aramark during the first fiscal quarter of the year

byReyna Estrada

Feb 6, 2025

2 Min Read

People connecting over food.

Colleges & Universities

Chartwells Higher Ed is spreading random acts of kindness with its third Delight-Ful event Chartwells Higher Ed is spreading random acts of kindness with its third Delight-Ful event

byReyna Estrada

Feb 4, 2025

2 Min Read

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Carbon foodprint

Colleges & Universities

Chartwells Higher Ed 'sets the tone' as the first college foodservice provider to track elusive Scope 3 carbon emissions

Chartwells Higher Ed 'sets the tone' as the first college foodservice provider to track elusive Scope 3 carbon emissions

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Elements Cafe.

Colleges & Universities

The power in a name: How NC State Dining uses its branded concepts to enhance community connection and campus identity

The power in a name: How NC State Dining uses its branded concepts to enhance community connection and campus identity

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Plant-based food

Colleges & Universities

HSUS’ College and University Protein Sustainability Scorecard seeks to provide transparency around plant-based goals and help to create a more sustainable future

HSUS’ College and University Protein Sustainability Scorecard seeks to provide transparency around plant-based goals and help to create a more sustainable future

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Colleges & Universities

From demolition to nutrition, college dining wrapped up last semester with fun events to reduce the stress of finals

From demolition to nutrition, college dining wrapped up last semester with fun events to reduce the stress of finals

byReyna Estrada, Editor

brownie

Colleges & Universities

Not all gluten-free brownies taste like cardboard: a look at how the college dining industry is redefining allergen-free desserts

Not all gluten-free brownies taste like cardboard: a look at how the college dining industry is redefining allergen-free desserts

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Biometric palm scanning entry system

Colleges & Universities

The fast lane: Dartmouth Dining introduces a futuristic new biometric palm scanning entry system

The fast lane: Dartmouth Dining introduces a futuristic new biometric palm scanning entry system

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Hospital food tray.

Hospital & Healthcare

Daviess Community Hospital revamps inpatient menus with a focus on balanced nutrition

Daviess Community Hospital revamps inpatient menus with a focus on balanced nutrition

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Wildfire.

Hospital & Healthcare

L.A.'s firestorm: Foodservice operations are navigating challenges and offering community support

L.A.'s firestorm: Foodservice operations are navigating challenges and offering community support

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Sodexo building

Business & Industry

Sodexo starts the fiscal year with success in its corporate and events businesses but low enrollment at universities impacted growth in education

Sodexo starts the fiscal year with success in its corporate and events businesses but low enrollment at universities impacted growth in education

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Sodexo Food Hive.

Colleges & Universities

Sodexo aims to expand its community-oriented convenience stores on college campuses

Sodexo aims to expand its community-oriented convenience stores on college campuses

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Students at Dallas College.

Colleges & Universities

Students with intellectual and developmental disabilities at Dallas College inspire the dining team with their passion for the culinary arts

Students with intellectual and developmental disabilities at Dallas College inspire the dining team with their passion for the culinary arts

byReyna Estrada, Editor

girl holding veggies.

10 cutting-edge sustainability stories from 2024

10 cutting-edge sustainability stories from 2024

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Morrison Chefs wearing chef the sustainable coats

Hospital & Healthcare

More than a chef coat: How Morrison Healthcare is making sustainable changes and challenging the perception of healthcare dining

More than a chef coat: How Morrison Healthcare is making sustainable changes and challenging the perception of healthcare dining

byReyna Estrada, Editor

gluten free sign

Colleges & Universities

How Chartwells Higher Ed is meeting the demands of its diverse diner population with its inclusive dining initiatives

How Chartwells Higher Ed is meeting the demands of its diverse diner population with its inclusive dining initiatives

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Global cuisine

Colleges & Universities

When it comes to college menus in 2025, Sodexo predicts that bold flavors and experiences will shine

When it comes to college menus in 2025, Sodexo predicts that bold flavors and experiences will shine

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Jackfruit dish

Colleges & Universities

Aramark collects data to develop sustainability initiatives to reduce emissions, satisfy diners

Aramark collects data to develop sustainability initiatives to reduce emissions, satisfy diners

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Repurposing Thanksgiving leftovers at Wake Forest University, a celebration of Diwali culture, how one hospital is fighting food insecurity and more

Repurposing Thanksgiving leftovers at Wake Forest University, a celebration of Diwali culture, how one hospital is fighting food insecurity and more

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Dallas ISD

Dallas ISD reduces plastic waste by celebrating National Plastic-Free School Lunch Day

Dallas ISD reduces plastic waste by celebrating National Plastic-Free School Lunch Day

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Participants at the culinary competition.

Aramark’s job training program for inmates brings a culinary competition to a women’s correctional facility

Aramark’s job training program for inmates brings a culinary competition to a women’s correctional facility

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Colleges & Universities

Stony Brook University spotlights a Zimbabwean recipe as part of its Cooking from Home program

Stony Brook University spotlights a Zimbabwean recipe as part of its Cooking from Home program

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Diners with some of Botrista's offerings.

Colleges & Universities

How one beverage company is helping colleges put boba tea on the menu while easing labor challenges with automation

How one beverage company is helping colleges put boba tea on the menu while easing labor challenges with automation

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Waste container

Colleges & Universities

Johnson and Wales University expands composting efforts with new partnership

Johnson and Wales University expands composting efforts with new partnership

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Diners at a corporate site.

Food & Beverage Trends

The continued return-to-office and spending at sports venues drives North American growth for Compass Group in 2024

The continued return-to-office and spending at sports venues drives North American growth for Compass Group in 2024

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Students and the chef at the Teaching Kitchen.

Colleges & Universities

Diners at the University of Houston learn how to turn kitchen basics into a meal before departing for Thanksgiving

Diners at the University of Houston learn how to turn kitchen basics into a meal before departing for Thanksgiving

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Diners at Central Michigan University's Supper Club event.

Colleges & Universities

Chartwells Higher Ed’s Supper Club program combines nostalgia and sophistication to create an immersive dining experience

Chartwells Higher Ed’s Supper Club program combines nostalgia and sophistication to create an immersive dining experience

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Sodexo's Cook for Change competition.

Chef Adam Collison from Sodexo U.K. and Ireland wins the foodservice provider’s 2024 Cook for Change competition

Chef Adam Collison from Sodexo U.K. and Ireland wins the foodservice provider’s 2024 Cook for Change competition

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Mushroom tacos

Colleges & Universities

Locally sourced meals and sustainable food make waves on the menu at UMass Lowell

Locally sourced meals and sustainable food make waves on the menu at UMass Lowell

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Pure+ Simple.

Food & Beverage Trends

Metz Culinary Management prioritizes food safety with new allergy safeguard program

Metz Culinary Management prioritizes food safety with new allergy safeguard program

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Food & Beverage Trends

Foodservice operations are helping out those in need this Thanksgiving season

Foodservice operations are helping out those in need this Thanksgiving season

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Diners at a teaching kitchen

Colleges & Universities

Texas State Dining’s First Year Eats program seeks to welcome newbies and drive student retention

Texas State Dining’s First Year Eats program seeks to welcome newbies and drive student retention

byReyna Estrada, Editor

On Site with FSD.

Aramark shows support to its communities in the face of Hurricane Helene

Aramark shows support to its communities in the face of Hurricane Helene

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Chef Justin Warner with participating chefs.

Colleges & Universities

Idaho University chefs go head-to-head in a culinary showdown hosted by Food Network’s Chef Justin Warner

Idaho University chefs go head-to-head in a culinary showdown hosted by Food Network’s Chef Justin Warner

byReyna Estrada, Editor

Aramark.

Aramark reports growth in 2024 as consumers continue to spend at sporting events and corporate sites achieve higher levels of participation

Aramark reports growth in 2024 as consumers continue to spend at sporting events and corporate sites achieve higher levels of participation

byReyna Estrada, Editor

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