Coronavirus

Industries all across the country are experiencing the disruptive impact of the COVID-19 Coronavirus. Discover how it could affect the U.S. foodservice, grocery and convenience industries.

Leadership

CDC's recent moves have the industry scratching its head

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 25, 2020

The National Restaurant Association is among the parties awaiting clarification, especially on air circulation and filtration

How COVID-19 Changes Customer Buying Decisions

By Jackson Lewis on Sep. 25, 2020

Humans think with both instinct and analysis

Independent Grocers Should Prepare to Innovate Through Rough Q4

By Kat Martin on Sep. 25, 2020

Dialogic Group’s Thom Blischok predicts slow recovery from pandemic but offers ways for independents to thrive.

Technology

California puts end to questionable third-party delivery practice

By Joe Guszkowski on Sep. 25, 2020

Delivery companies will now need a restaurant’s consent to be listed on their platforms.

Operations

Florida lifts COVID restrictions on restaurants

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 25, 2020

Eating and drinking places can immediately resume their pre-pandemic operations, including full use of dining rooms.

Workforce

Olive Garden's owner lays off 11% of support staff

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 24, 2020

Included were 225 Darden employees who opted for early retirement and former COO Dave George, whose departure was described as an “involuntary separation.”

Technology

With health a top priority, restaurants race to innovate

By Joe Guszkowski on Sep. 24, 2020

Many are leaning on technology for its ability to reduce human contact and human error.

3 Loyalty Developments Driven by the Pandemic

By Jackson Lewis and Greg Lindenberg on Sep. 24, 2020

Retailers move closer to the consumer

Washington clears the way for catering to ramp back up

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 24, 2020

The state is one of several that have lifted restrictions on foodservice operations this week.

Walmart Delivering COVID-19 Tests Via Drone in North Las Vegas

By Kristina Hurtig on Sep. 23, 2020

The pilot, in partnership with Quest Diagnostics and DroneUp, aims to help determine what roles drones can play in pandemic response, healthcare delivery and retail.

Beverage

Bottled and canned cocktails flow into Marriott’s hotel bars

By Patricia Cobe on Sep. 23, 2020

The trend toward readymade drinks fits with today’s safety and labor concerns.

House of Representatives passes continuing resolution that includes funding to extend summer meal program waivers

By Benita Gingerella on Sep. 23, 2020

The legislation will add almost $8 billion in funding for school nutrition programs.

Operations

Washington clears the way for catering to ramp up

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 23, 2020

The state is one of several that have lifted restrictions on restaurants this week.

Shopping Behaviors 'Forever Changed’ by Pandemic, Rosie CEO Says

By Kat Martin on Sep. 23, 2020

Nick Nickitas of the e-commerce platform Rosie talks holiday shopping during a pandemic and how a second wave of COVID-19 may further impact grocery retail.

Technology