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Rising restaurant prices put diners’ habits under new scrutiny

Menu prices continued to rise in February across both full-service and limited-service restaurants. Over the past year, prices have climbed 4.6% at full-service locations and 3.2% at limited-service spots. Operators cite higher costs for food, labor and daily operations as key drivers behind these

The rise of the split entree economy at restaurants

At many sit-down restaurants, sharing one main course is no longer an odd request. Couples, friends and families split entrees more often as they look for ways to keep the total in check. Higher restaurant prices, tighter value calculations and weaker traffic across much of the industry point to

Farmers markets adjust as climate change extends growing season

Data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration confirms 84% of United States cities now experience at least an additional week of warmer-than-normal spring days than they did in the 1970s. That’s good news for some warm weather crops, not so great for cool weather crops and

Spring equinox sparks a surge in botanical flavors

The spring equinox arrives on March 20, 2026, and food and drink operators already treat the seasonal shift as a cue for a new round of menus. Across coffee shops, quick-service chains and bars, floral and herbal notes are moving into drinks that now lead spring menus. Spring menus

Northern lights draw travelers to Canada, but the season moves fast

Known primarily as the Polar Bear Capital of the World, Churchill, Manitoba, steps into a broader spotlight as one of the most dependable northern lights destinations on the planet. The small community contributes nearly $100 million to the province’s economy. Yet with warming Arctic temperatures altering snowfall patterns and

Guinness demand climbs as St. Patrick’s Day celebrations gain momentum

Each year, the iconic Irish stout returns to countless glasses as Americans gather to raise a toast to Irish heritage. More than 10 million glasses of Guinness make their way around the world each day, and the demand grows heavier as St. Patrick’s Day approaches. Bars and retailers across