Recognizing the diverse range of delicious food, rich history and culture that Black-owned restaurants contribute to the American experience, Pepsi, a brand in Purchase, N.Y.-based PepsiCo, introduced Dig In. The consumer-facing, multi-year platform is a rallying call for people to double down on supporting Black-owned restaurants.

On-premise and foodservice operators are embracing the new dynamics brought on by the pandemic in order to engage with consumers.

Invoking notions of wintery snowcap mountains and the wafting aroma of freshly brewed coffee, Peets Coffee brings some reinvented traditions to coffee-lovers everywhere by debuting new limited-edition hot or iced coffees as was as its bagged 2020 Holiday Blend.

When day-to-day life changed throughout the United States in March, beverage market leaders had to step into action to protect their frontline workers while preserving business operations.

According to a study released by Oracle Food and Beverage, consumers are hopeful about visiting restaurants again, but these visits might require more efforts from operators.

Dunkin’ is tapping into the hottest summer travel trend by creating a Dunkin’ Refreshers RV and giving one fan the chance to win it for a week, it says.

The Coca-Cola Co., Atlanta, reported second quarter 2020 results and provided an update on strategic actions that are positioning the system to emerge stronger from the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The Coca-Cola system remained agile in the second quarter, with a focus on maintaining a safe environment for employees while also providing necessary products and services to consumers, customers and communities during this unprecedented time, the company says.

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Newport Beach, Calif., announced it will serve new non-GMO and certified organic lemonades, aguas frescas and tea from farmer-created Tractor Beverage Co. at participating locations.

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.

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