Easy Ice Acquires Two Ice Machine Leasing Companies

By FER Edit

Easy Ice acquires DeMotte, Ind.-based Polar Ice Systems and Lakeside, Calif.-based Cube Aire Refrigeration.

Jeremiah’s Italian Ice Debuts New Ground-Up Prototype

By FER Edit

The Locust, N.C., store marks Jeremiah Italian Ice’s first freestanding location built from the ground up.

Bargreen Ellingson Acquires Advanced Chemical Solutions

By FER Edit

Bargreen Ellingson says the acquisition further signals its intent to make chemicals and leasing an integral division of the dealership.

Restaurant Performance Index Rises 0.8% in October

By FER Edit

The increase comes as operators reported their strongest same-store sales performance since June, and customer traffic readings improved slightly.

San Diego Bans Polystyrene Foam

By FER Edit

Restaurants soon will no longer be able to hand out Styrofoam food containers after San Diego became the latest city to say so long to polystyrene foam.

2023 State of the Foodservice Industry

By Beth Panitz

Continued menu price inflation, a changing B&I industry and recession probability top forecasters’ 2023 watchlists.

Operators Share 2023 Outlooks

By Janice Cha

Tune in as operators share 2023 perspectives as part of FER’s annual state of the industry coverage.

5 Questions with Howard Stanford of SSA Foodservice Design and Consulting

By Karen M. Alley

The senior vice president at SSA Foodservice Design and Consulting shares anecdotes from his storied career.

So Much To Celebrate

By Randy Hano

Before closing the books on 2022, Publisher Randy Hano takes a reflective look back.

Hello, 2023

By Allison Rezendes

With 2023 on the horizon, in FER tradition, I invited staff members to share what they’re watching, looking forward to or predicting for the foodservice industry in the new year.

2023 NAFEM Show Guide: Industry Leaders’ Thoughts on The Show

By The Editors

With The NAFEM Show fast approaching, FER airs thought leaders’ event expectations.

2023 The NAFEM Show Guide: A Guide to New Orlando Restaurants

By Lauren Coughlin

After The NAFEM Show ends, you need not look far for new and exciting dining options.