M2 Expands, Hires Industry Veteran

By FER Edit

The manufacturers’ rep will now represent clients in Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia.

CPG Founder, President Passes the Torch

By FER Edit

David M. Stafford Jr. has taken the reins from his father, David J. Stafford Sr., as president of the Channel Partners Group and XYZ Group.

Illinois-Based Manufacturer Announces New President

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TableCraft Products Company, based in Gurnee, Ill., has promoted Jeff Tait to president.

Chipotle Installs New Ovens at ‘Nearly All’ Stores to Bring Quesadilla to Market

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The price of Chipotle’s newest menu item is more than meets the eye.

Polyurethane Shortage Among Manufacturers’ Myriad Burdens

By Lauren Coughlin

In a one-two punch, businesses still reeling from the coronavirus pandemic are up against a new, looming challenge brought about by last month’s severe winter storms.

WOWorks Acquires Another Fast-Casual Chain

By FER Edit

WOWorks, Saladworks’ parent company, also completed 2 acquisitions last December.

What Surveys Say About Consumer Dining Behavior 1 Year Into the Pandemic

By FER Edit

Food temperature and sanitation expectations as well as off-premise demand may outlast the pandemic, according to recent research findings.

COVID Relief Package, With $28 Billion Earmarked for Restaurants, Signed by Biden

By FER Edit

President Joe Biden signed the $1.9 trillion relief bill into law on Thursday.

In Memoriam: Ace Service’s William Bearisto

By FER Edit

William E. Bearisto, owner/operator of foodservice equipment service company Ace Service Company Inc., died March 5 at the age of 96.

El Pollo Loco Completes Off-Premise-Geared Redesign in Sin City, LA

By FER Edit

GPS-enabled curbside pickup and dedicated in-store pickup cubbies are among the redesigned stores’ new features.

Domino’s Abroad — Sweden Finds a Buyer, UK Sees Uptick in Online Sales

By FER Edit

The Sweden sale is expected to be completed this May.

MAFSI Ushers in New Executive Committee

By FER Edit

Tom Mitchell, president of Canada-based TLC Marketing Inc., assumes the role of president for 2021-2023.