How Chicago’s Black and Latino Restaurant Owners are Persevering Amid Challenges

Opening a restaurant is a daunting undertaking for any entrepreneur. Banks generally don’t favor lending for restaurants because of the high failure rate. It’s particularly difficult, however, for Black and Latino owners whose families most often don’t have extra funds to spare.

Fresh Express Acquires McEntire Produce to Expand Foodservice Operations Across North America

December 16, 2024 Fresh Express Inc.

This strategic acquisition combines McEntire Produce’s strong foodservice capabilities with Fresh Express’s national retail supply footprint, unlocking exciting growth opportunities across the foodservice sector. 

PRO*ACT Expands Vizient and Provista Agreement to Streamline Supply Chains and Introduce Protein Offerings

December 12, 2024 PRO*ACT

The expanded agreement will enable clients to optimize their produce purchases while leveraging a broad selection of center-of-plate protein providers across PRO*ACT’s extensive distribution network.

Upscaling Ingredients to Stealth-Health: Industry Experts Reveal the Menu-Innovation Trends to Watch in 2025

December 9, 2024 Alto-Shaam

New research reveals the top trends set to shake up American menus in 2025, with caraflex cabbage and functional plants stealing the spotlight, condiments like hot honey making waves, and food tourism content fueling a craving for authentic global flavors.