Restaurant Industry Trends

Chef Fidel Caballero discusses Corima’s growth from a pandemic-era pop-up to a Michelin-starred restaurant, plus its bakery and cocktail bar.

Bars in New York and Atlanta are adapting the omakase format for cocktail tastings, though demand and the term’s use remain debated.

VinePair hosts Adam, Joanna and Zach discuss the 2026 Next Wave Awards, their honorees and the role of hospitality and community in food and drinks.

Lindt & Sprüngli has replaced CEO Adalbert Lechner on an interim basis as it seeks stronger growth and cuts its 2026 sales outlook.

Nestlé plans to shift Solon pouch production to South Carolina, ending factory production by Q3 2027. The broader campus will remain open.

Ghirardelli launches Dubai-style chocolate squares, while PepsiCo and Pilgrim’s bring Flamin’ Hot flavor to frozen chicken. CPK salads are planned for 2027.

Good Housekeeping’s toy report highlights a range of pretend ice cream playsets, from toddler sorting toys to role-play carts and slime kits.

Ghirardelli is launching chocolate chip and double chocolate chip cookies, with retail rollouts beginning at Kroger and Walmart in October.

Restaurants pairing ambitious cooking with wine-bar branding are gaining visibility in the U.S. and abroad, driven by shifts in dining expectations.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a law creating a voluntary label for foods that meet the state’s non-ultraprocessed criteria.