Month: August 2014

By teaming again with Marriner Marketing Communications, the USA Rice Federation has completely redesigned and relaunched its foodservice website: www.MenuRice.com. Based on site analytics and foodservice digital insights, the look and feel of MenuRice.com was modernized, relevant U.S.-grown rice information is highlighted in an easier-to-see format, and functionality has been improved in response to new digital trends. …

Steep discount promotions, décor upgrades and a few new menu options aren't enough for restaurant chains confronting growing demand for unprocessed, higher-quality food. Consumers' demand for fresher food and a unique brand experience continues to grow rapidly. New restaurant brands are popping up everywhere waving the fresh-food flag, but as this movement invigorates the masses it could also be destroying restaurant brands that fail to adapt to new demands. …

Hyatt Hotels Corporation H -0.11% announced today a global initiative to increase procurement of responsibly sourced seafood at Hyatt hotels, starting with an initial goal of responsibly sourcing more than 50 percent of their inventory by 2018. …

Tangy citrus and rich, smooth avocado are popular partners on contemporary menus.  Although the two fruits originated in different hemispheres, generations of culinarians have recognized their complementary characteristics, pairing them in flavorful and appealing appetizers, salads, sauces, entrées, beverages and desserts. …

Springer Mountain Farms, a North Georgia poultry producer known for its flavorful chicken with no antibiotics, launches its “Celebrate the Chef” initiative in Charlotte. The program honors the best local restaurants and chefs that serve innovative, delicious selections featuring Springer Mountain Farms chicken. …