Articles Tagged with ''foodservice''

Coca-Cola Freestyle Contactless Technology

Coca-Cola Freestyle unveils contactless solution

No app, account needed to use mobile technology, company says

July 13, 2020

As the coronavirus pandemic continues to reshape the world around us and shift consumer behavior, The Coca-Cola Co., Atlanta, is rolling out a new pouring option to meet consumer needs with its latest Coca-Cola Freestyle technology innovation — contactless, mobile pouring from a smartphone.

Channel Strategies

Consumer-focused foodservice venues find ways to rebound

Perks, experience will be key to recovering from slow-downs

Sarah Graybill

June 23, 2020

As businesses reopen, digital engagement with consumers will be more important than ever before for keeping restaurants top-of-mind and personalized, experts note.

Between Drinks

“Drinking Like Ladies in Crisis,” and more

Podcast creators begin writing book

June 5, 2020

In May, cocktail book authors Misty Kalkofen and Kirsten Amann launched their new podcast, “Drinking Like Ladies in Crisis.” Guests include restaurant owner-operators, mental health clinicians, policy-makers and homeschool educators.

Dunkin’ completes global transition to paper cups

Foodservice chain shares progress on key sustainability initiatives

May 12, 2020

As Canton, Mass.-based Dunkin’ continues to navigate the COVID-19 health crisis, the brand has simultaneously continued to advance key sustainability initiatives to responsibly serve both people and the planet. Dunkin’ announced that 100 percent of its restaurants globally have transitioned from polystyrene foam cups to paper cups, meeting the timetable established by the brand two years ago.

Dunkin' limits service nationwide to drive-thru, carryout

Mobile ordering being encouraged by foodservice outlet

March 17, 2020

As part of Canton, Mass.-based Dunkin's ongoing efforts to protect customers and restaurant employees in light of the COVID-19 health crisis, all U.S. restaurants are limiting service to drive-thru ordering, carryout, and delivery only. These restrictions took effect March 17.

Huron Capital's Ronnoco acquires Trident Beverage

Acquisition brings in Juice Alive, JavAlive brands to portfolio

February 10, 2020

Lower-middle-market private equity firm Huron Capital announced that its platform company Ronnoco Beverage Solutions, a manufacturer and distributor of premium quality coffee, tea and related products, has acquired Trident Beverage, a provider of high-quality beverages and dispensing products for a variety of foodservice establishments.

Girl Scout Cookie-inspired flavors return to Dunkin’

Limited-edition Coconut Caramel, Thin Mint flavors available beginning Jan. 1

December 16, 2019

Canton, Mass.-based Dunkin' is ringing in the New Year with the return of two popular coffee flavors inspired by iconic Girl Scout Cookies. Under a licensing agreement with GSUSA, Dunkin' will bring back Coconut Caramel and Thin Mints inspired coffee flavors. The flavors will be available Jan. 1 through the beginning of spring 2020 at participating Dunkin' restaurants nationwide.

Technomic report addresses foodservice innovation

Consumer demands are shifting

September 24, 2019

Chicago-based Technomic recently released its report titled “Away-from-Home Beverage Study,” which covers how consumer demands and business conditions have shifted within the past few years.

Alcohol-free innovations hit the on-premise market

Nielsen highlights how more consumers are abstaining from alcohol and what it means for bars

Jessica Jacobsen

September 12, 2019

As bars and restaurants see a growing sect of consumers abstaining from alcohol beverages, operators are getting creative with their drink menus in order to encourage consumers to visit the establishment but for an alcohol-free evening.

Tropical Smoothie Café released Citrus Cactus Smoothie as a limited-time offer last year.

Specialty beverages, flavor exploration influences beverage menus

Functional ingredients, flavored spirits among trends within foodservice, on-premise