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M&A on the Menu: Jersey Mike’s Lays Out $8B Recipe for Growth

Private equity firm Blackstone on Tuesday announced its $8 billion acquisition of Jersey Mike’s. One industry insider feels the blockbuster deal signals an optimistic outlook for M&A in the sector.

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7-Eleven Pilots Food-Centric Design Amidst Headwinds

7-Eleven parent Seven & i Holdings Co. recently outlined plans to update its domestic footprint with improved food experiences. This could be a winning strategy for a business that has faced headwinds of late.

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FI Fast Break audio news: Nov. 20, 2024

The latest Food Institute Fast Break news podcast touches on restaurant operators’ outlook on labor for 2025.

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New Age of Nutrition: Nutritarian Diet May Slow Aging

A recent study found that women following the plant-based “Nutritarian diet” experienced slower biological aging and lower inflammation levels. The diet is designed to be rich in nutrients but low in salt and fat.

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Salad Chains Shake Things Up, Adding Comfort Food to the Menu

Fast-casual salad chains like Sweetgreen are diversifying their menus with indulgent options like fries to attract more customers. Experts say the move signals one thing: salad chains have reached a crossroads.

Makers Eye Precision Fermentation, Alt Protein for Solutions

Precision Fermentation Gulfood Show Floor

The Domino’s Effect: Why One Pizza Chain is Outperforming

Runway to Restaurant: F&B Applications from a Fashion Phenom

Hops Crossing: Functional Beer, Candy Brews to Trend in 2025

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FI Spotlight: This Might Be The Best Latin Seasoning on Store Shelves

Clean, organic, Latin spices, non-GMO Adobo and Sazon - it’s no dream, it’s reality. Meet Loisa, a CPG line of Latin seasonings for the home cook that wants to dive in and explore all that ...

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News Roundup (November 1, 2024): Who’s Been Eating 80,000 Uncrustables?

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Events

Dec

The Power of Private Label: How Store Brands are Transforming Food Retail (Webinar)

Oct

Data-Driven Dining: Restaurant Insights for 2025 (Webinar)

Oct

Seizing Opportunities: Food Manufacturing M&A Insights for 2024 (Webinar)

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FI Report November 2024