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US: Nacho fries return for a limited time as fans take the driver's seat in the latest trailer from taco bell
March 13, 2022

Nacho fries return for a limited time (US) as fans take the driver's seat in the latest trailer from Taco Bell

For the love of Nacho Fries, Taco Bells' #1 best-selling limited-time offering is back in the United States. A fan-favorite menu item like this deserves a fan-first celebration to match, which is why Taco Bell is giving fans plenty of ways to dip into the nacho cheesy sauce goodness.
This article was originally sent via email from CEO Chris Kempczinski to McDonald’s employees and franchisees.
March 08, 2022

McDonald's To Temporarily Close Restaurants & Pause Operations in Russia

Earlier today, McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski announced in an email to staff and franchisees that McDonald's will temporarily close its restaurants and pause operations in Russia.
Kerry identifies barbecue as the world’s top taste in 2021
February 24, 2022

Kerry identifies barbecue as the world’s top taste in 2021

Kerry, the world’s leading taste and nutrition company has reviewed extensive research and examined global trends in emerging flavors in an effort to identify the top global taste trend in 2021.
Simplot's outlook: 4 Operational Trends for Restaurants in 2022
January 08, 2022

Simplot's outlook: 4 Operational Trends for Restaurants in 2022

Potato Processor Simplot looks ahead at 2022. What should restaurant operators expect? An experts view on the supply chain crisis, labor shortages, new technology and restaurants’ innovative solutions.
McDonald's Japan, Small Fries
December 23, 2021

Only small fries for McDonald's customers in Japan, as floods in Western Canada disrupt supply

Fans of McDonald's Fries in Japan are out of luck next week. The restaurant chain will only offers its small size portions, as flooding in Western Canada and COVID-19 disrupts the global supply chain for 'McDonald's potato'.
Locura en las redes con el vídeo del cocinero de la tortilla de patata de 57 huevos
December 08, 2021

Locura en las redes con el vídeo del cocinero de la tortilla de patata de 57 huevos

Somos perfectamente conscientes de que uno se puede encontrar con casi cualquier cosa mientras navega por la red, pero aún así nos seguimos sorprendiendo. Y eso es, precisamente, lo que ha pasado con un chef... y su tortilla de 57 huevos.
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Miso Robotics Announces Flippy 2 Next Generation Flagship Product
November 02, 2021

Miso Robotics Foodservice Robot Flippy is growing up

Miso Robotics, the startup transforming the foodservice industry with intelligent automation, unveiled the newest model of Flippy, its flagship product, aptly named Flippy 2.
Like baked potatoes? SpudULike is back...
November 02, 2021

Like baked potatoes? SpudULike is back...

James Martin’s famous passion for food and ingredients is seen in his best-selling cookbooks, restaurants and on screen each week in the highly popular and award-winning James Martin Saturday Morning.
Anuga 2021 exceeds expectations
October 17, 2021

Anuga 2021 exceeds expectations

Over 70,000 visitors from 169 countries – spirit of optimism at the leading global trade fair for food and beverages - high level of satisfaction among both the exhibitors and visitors
Wendy's introduces 'Hot & Crispy Guarantee' for its french fries in the United States
October 13, 2021

Wendy's introduces 'Hot & Crispy Guarantee' for its french fries in the United States

Wendy's is taking a stand against cold and soggy fry disappointment from industry competitors with the introduction of a new Hot and Crispy Fry Guarantee. Reinvented Hot and Crispy Fries are a cut above the competition, preferred nearly 2:1 to McDonald's French Fries in a national taste test
KFC Japan runs out of french fries
October 12, 2021

KFC Japan suspends French fry sales as global logistics breaks down

No doubt the mouths of KFC fans were watering as they made their way to the chain’s branches in Japan last weekend. Unfortunately, many of them had to walk away with less than the full fried satisfaction they’d been hoping when they found out KFC ran out of French fries.
United States potato sales strong in the marketing year 2020-21.
October 02, 2021

United States potato sales strong in marketing year 2020-2021

The marketing year that ended in June 2021 was unlike any year the US potato industry has ever experienced. With pandemic restrictions ebbing and flowing from June 2020 to July 2021, sales at foodservice fluctuated while retail purchases remained extremely strong throughout the year.
La mejor tortilla de patatas de España.
September 28, 2021

La mejor tortilla de patatas de España se cocina en Alicante Gastronómica 2021

La mejor tortilla de patatas se cocinará en Alicante Gastronómica, un certamen que ha apostado por un campeonato único y singular creado por Rafael García Santos para poner valor una de las señas de identidad de la gastronomía española.
McCain tiene como principal cliente a McDonald's y también es dueña de la marca de pizzas Sibarita.
August 31, 2021

Argentina: El negocio de las papas congeladas repunta tras la apertura de bares y restaurantes

A medida que la pandemia va permitiendo la apertura de los distintos sectores de la economía argentina, uno de los negocios con perspectivas de crecimiento en el corto plazo, es el de las papas congeladas. En este contexto, la canadiense McCain, espera crecer en volumen más del 35 porciento en el próximo año.
Wendy's is giving its french fries a makeover
August 30, 2021

Wendy's is giving its french fries a makeover

The fast food chain is giving its top-selling menu item a makeover for the Covid era: a fry that retains more heat and keeps its crispiness longer compared to its predecessor.
Kumpir and other potato dishes you probably never heard of
August 20, 2021

Kumpir and other potato dishes you probably never heard of

Kumpir takes first place in this as it is more of a street food that is closely associated with Istanbul’s Ortaköy district. It is a baked potato that gets mashed in its own peel with some butter and chees.
Taco Bell® Nacho Fries Just Got Hotter With New Limited Time TRUFF Partnership
August 19, 2021

Taco Bell® Nacho Fries Just Got Hotter With New Limited Time TRUFF Partnership

Last month, the fan-favorite Nacho Fries made its seventh debut to menus nationwide. Now, Taco Bell is spicing things up through a new partnership with fellow SoCal brand TRUFF.
Today's announcement of REEF and The Wendy's Company follows a trial in Toronto that started in November 2020
August 11, 2021

Wendy's Company to set up 700 delivery-only kitchens in cooperation with REEF

The Wendy’s Company and REEF announced their commitment to open and operate 700 delivery-only kitchens over the next five years across the U.S., Canada and the United Kingdom.

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