Graphic Packaging launches OptiCycleTM Line of Non-PE Coated Foodservice Packaging

July 28, 2021 Graphic Packaging

Graphic Packaging Holding Company announced the release of OptiCycle™, a new, innovative line of non-polyethylene (PE) coated, single-use foodservice packaging that provides an alternative to traditional PE and polylactic acid (PLA) coated products.

EMERGE Brand, truLOCAL, Partners with Modern Plant-Based Foods to Launch Meat Alternatives in Curated Plant-Based Boxes

July 28, 2021 EMERGE Commerce Ltd.

truLOCAL, a Canadian leader in premium meat subscriptions has partnered with plant-based food company, Modern Meat, a portfolio company of Modern Plant Inc.

Waitr Adds New Partnership with KBP Foods

July 28, 2021 Waitr Holdings Inc.

Waitr Holdings Inc., a leader in on-demand food ordering and delivery, announced today a new partnership with KBP Foods, a franchisee of KFC. Effective immediately, Waitr and Bite Squad will begin delivery from more than 140 KBP locations around the country.

New Wave Foods, Inc. Enters Distribution Agreement with Gordon Food Service

July 28, 2021 New Wave Foods

New Wave Foods announced another major development in its distribution to the US foodservice channel.  In February, New Wave Foods entered into a national distribution partnership with DOT Foods, the largest foodservice redistributor in the US.  

Nathan’s Famous Doubles the Number of Ghost Kitchens Worldwide Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

July 28, 2021 Nathan’s Famous

Nathan’s Famous, Inc., the American tradition serving New York favorites for more than 100 years, doubled the number of ghost kitchens worldwide since June 2020. The brand opened its 223th ghost kitchen, bringing the brand’s presence to over 18 countries across the globe. This rapid growth of ghost kitchens comes from the development of a new brand, Wings of New York, as well the revival of the Arthur Treacher’s brand.