2018

Perfect storm for supply chains as extreme weather hits Europe

The UK’s Met Office has called it “remarkable.” Swathes of Europe went weeks without rain and its northernmost extremities reached…

Celebrations, collaboration and comedy in Colorado

As FCSI The Americas commemorates its 10-year anniversary this year, the dial was very much set to ‘celebratory’ at the…

McDonald’s gets digital with futuristic dining strategy

Over the past 12 months, consumers have seen foodservice giant McDonald's undergo a revamp. A new dining strategy, introduced by…

2018’s top trends: The Americas

The National Restaurant Association’s What’s Hot chef survey for 2018 had its lineup of the usual suspects like 'chef-driven' concepts…

2018’s top trends: Asia Pacific

In an uncertain world, diners in Asia are seeking simplicity and comfort. Meanwhile, technological improvements are delivering more of what…

2018’s top trends: Europe, Africa and Middle East

If 2017 was the year of disillusionment with big business and mass politics, 2018 is to be the year of…

The secret chef: 10 resolutions for the new year

Shorter hours When it comes to our industry it seems to make sense: where the world’s top kitchens go, the…