Food Trends - Page 2

May 10, 2026

Mother's Day brunch reservations surge as new ranking shows many Americans shut out of top restaurants

Brunch has evolved from a simple meal into an experience economy moment, with Mother's Day driving reservations up 30-40% or more, restaurant experts say.

May 9, 2026

Young entrepreneur turns humble dessert shop into rapidly expanding empire

Neil Hershman's dissatisfaction with his corporate desk job led him to pursue a more hands-on business that has grown into a frozen-yogurt franchise empire.

May 9, 2026

Beet demand explodes as Americans chase health benefits in superfood boom

Thanks to their disease-fighting nutrients and blood pressure benefits, table beets are surging in popularity and now have a growing presence on restaurant menus.

May 6, 2026

Weight-loss drugs are changing dining as customers eat half their meals, take rest home, celebrity chef says

Celebrity chef Rocco DiSpirito reveals how Ozempic, delivery trends and rising costs are reshaping dining habits across the restaurant industry nationwide.

May 4, 2026

Iconic brands go over-the-top for America's 250th, from American Dew to birthday cake Cheerios

Several food and beverage companies, including Cheerios, Coca-Cola and Oreo, are releasing patriotic-themed products to mark America's 250th anniversary this summer.

May 4, 2026

Gen Z turns on classic snacks, forcing major grocery shake-up: 'They don't trust them'

Younger consumers are driving snack trends toward simpler ingredients, transparency and smaller pack sizes amid inflation concerns and a hunger for "functional" snacks.

May 3, 2026

From Alaska to Texas, 5 over-the-top milkshake spots Americans can't stop talking about

From a 1955 Anchorage diner to Atlanta's Bon Appétit-recognized shop, these top U.S. milkshake destinations stand out for their flavors and loyal followings.

April 23, 2026

Supermarket hot food bars boom as Americans seek cheap, easy meals: Here are the top 3

Whole Foods, The Fresh Market and Wegmans stand out for their hot food bars, offering rotating menus, smoked barbecue and pan-Asian dishes shoppers love, according to a new ranking.

April 21, 2026

Dairy Queen's new drive-thrus without humans spark backlash by frustrated customers

Allowing customers to place orders through an automated assistant instead of a human employee, Dairy Queen is rolling out AI voice technology at drive-thru locations across the U.S.

April 20, 2026

Reese's family member escalates battle with Hershey over chocolate ingredients, blasts 'PR stunt'

A Reese's candy descendant alleged Hershey replaced cocoa butter with vegetable fats in its chocolate, sparking viral outrage from angry fans. He says a fix can't come soon enough.