food and beverage

‘Friends’ Central Perk Coffeehouse Opens as Brands Look for Consumer Connections

‘Friends’ Central Perk Coffeehouse Opens as Brands Look for Consumer Connections
‘Friends’ Central Perk Coffeehouse Opens as Brands Look for Consumer Connections
November 14, 2023  |  ResTech

Warner Bros. Discovery is becoming the latest company to open a themed restaurant to deepen consumers’ connection with their brands, bringing a “Friends”-themed coffeeshop to...

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Grocery Shoppers Continue to Trade Down Despite Inflation Relief
Grocery Shoppers Continue to Trade Down Despite Inflation Relief
November 13, 2023  |  Economy

In times of economic uncertainty and persistent inflation, consumers tend to stretch their budgets to the maximum, especially in essential categories like groceries. To do...

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QSRs Tap QR Codes to Expand Loyalty Recognition in Stores
QSRs Tap QR Codes to Expand Loyalty Recognition in Stores
November 13, 2023  |  ResTech

As restaurants look to target their marketing and drive customer frequency, major brands are leveraging in-store QR codes to tie all transactions, including in-store purchases,...

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Can Plummeting Turkey Prices Fatten up Sales for Thanksgiving Brands?
Can Plummeting Turkey Prices Fatten up Sales for Thanksgiving Brands?
November 11, 2023  |  Economy

If you’re gearing up for a festive feast, you’ll be thankful to hear that wholesale prices of whole frozen turkeys are taking a dip, bringing...

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Ahold Delhaize US Taps Direct Fulfillment for Pickup, Third-Party for Delivery
Ahold Delhaize US Taps Direct Fulfillment for Pickup, Third-Party for Delivery
November 09, 2023  |  Delivery

Ahold Delhaize is looking to bring pickup orders in-house in the United States, even as it reverses course on direct delivery fulfillment. The multinational grocery...

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Amazon Opens Grocery Delivery Program to Non-Prime Customers
Amazon Opens Grocery Delivery Program to Non-Prime Customers
November 09, 2023  |  Retail

Amazon is expanding its grocery delivery/pickup program to include shoppers who aren’t Prime subscribers. The retail giant is making grocery delivery and free pickup available...

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High-Income Consumers Turn to Restaurant-Finding Apps While Traveling
High-Income Consumers Turn to Restaurant-Finding Apps While Traveling
November 08, 2023  |  ResTech

As restaurants look to reach tourists and travelers, PYMNTS Intelligence revealed that digital platforms can help them influence high-income diners. By the Numbers The latest...

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Delivery on the Rise as Consumers Look to Save Money
Delivery on the Rise as Consumers Look to Save Money
November 08, 2023  |  Delivery

Persistent high prices of raw materials and supply chain issues have led to sharp rises in operational costs, forcing restaurants to a generalized increase in...

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