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30 restaurant executives on the move in February, including new CEOs at Portillo’s, Chuck E. Cheese, and 2 regional groups
It was a big month for CEOs, CFOs, and board members
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Wendy’s targets Latin America for expansion
The company has finalized two franchise agreements for more than 60 new restaurants in Mexico in the coming years
FSSAI admit card 2026 released at fssai.gov.in: Direct link to download hall tickets
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has issued the FSSAI Admit Card 2026 for the 11th Food Analyst examination. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official portal ahead of the CBT scheduled for March 8, 2026. The exam is a crucia…
Jaggery test: FSSAI shares simple home method to find out if it is pure or adulterated. Check this DIY purity trick for your health
Jaggery purity test: Concerns over jaggery adulteration have led India's food regulator, FSSAI, to share a simple home test for detecting baking soda. This common adulterant, used to improve appearance, can be identified by fizzing when mixed with hydrochlori…
Cutting out the clutter and concentrating on the cocktail
Aman Dua speaks about 403 Forbidden, a bar which he founded along with Rachit Saboo to push guests towards a more focused experience of their carefully crafted creations.

MRM Research Roundup: Valentine and Galentine Momentum, Brand Value, and Cautious Optimism
This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features projected industry growth, independent restaurant challenges, flavor trends, plate waste, Valentine's and Galentine's spend, and cold weather impact. Modest Growth Expected America’s restaurant industry is poised for a year of measured growth, though a cooling labor market, persistent cost…

FSSAI to States: Strengthen food safety workforce, sharpen focus on high-risk food categories
FSSAI urges States to enhance food safety measures, prioritize high-risk inspections, and improve workforce for effective enforcement.
1,400 kg fake khoya, 400 kilo expired ghee and paneer seized by FSSAI before Holi
Food safety authorities seized and destroyed over 1,400 kg of adulterated khoya and paneer, along with 400 kg of expired food items in Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. These raids, conducted before the Holi festival, aimed to protect public health from contaminat…

Overcooked! All You Can Eat Coming to Netflix Games with Stranger Things & KPop Demon Hunter Skins
The game is landing on Netflix's cloud gaming beta on March 5th, 2026.
Buns, bots and ad-buys: Burger King talks strategy at RBI investor day
The years-long Reclaim the Flame program will continue with a renewed emphasis on core menu food quality and accelerated refranchising.

Society Insider: Rich Lister Chris Meehan hoping to replicate Ayrburn’s success in Auckland; meet cricket star Rachin Ravindra’s new girlfriend
Will Bravo at Cracker Bay be the society set’s new favourite hang out?
14,000 litres of adulterated oil, 1,320 kg of rotten dates and fake ghee seized in Kanpur raid; FSSAI & UPFSDA issue warning ahead of festival season
Authorities in Uttar Pradesh carried out major raids in Kanpur, seizing thousands of litres of adulterated oil and several kilograms of suspicious food items. The crackdown is aimed at ensuring food safety ahead of the festive season. Inspections targeted col…
Tirupati TTD temple to get Rs 25 crore French ‘e-tongue, e-nose’ to test prasadam ghee quality
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams is setting up a new food testing lab. This facility will use advanced e-tongue and e-nose technology. It aims to ensure the highest quality of ingredients for prasadam. The lab will detect even microscopic quality changes. This …
Golden Temple-like law for Tirupati Devasthanam under consideration: What it means for devotees
Andhra Pradesh is considering a special law for Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) to enhance powers against rule violators, mirroring the Golden Temple's legislation. Concurrently, TTD is deploying an advanced Rs 25 crore food testing lab with "e-tongue" a…

E-tongue, e-nose lab to test ghee quality in Tirumala soon: Andhra health minister
He said that the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has sanctioned ₹23 crore for the project, and an agreement was signed in New Delhi on October 8, 2024

Why BPCL, Chalet Hotels, Lupin, Concor, HFCL, NBCC, Waaree Energies will remain in focus today
BPCL faces a ₹1,816.65 crore excise demand and plans to appeal at CESTAT, while Chalet Hotels approved a ₹632.80 crore Hyderabad project. Lupin secured EU approval for Ranluspec. Concor signed an MoU at Vizhinjam. HFCL joined a DoT-funded 6G research consorti…

FSSAI's big coffee shake-up: Chicory content must be prominently displayed on front of pack from 1 July
Nestlé, HUL, and other major coffee players must prominently display chicory content on their packs, a significant shift to boost consumer awareness and transparency.
FSSAI directs States to conduct special surveillance drives around Holi
FSSAI directs States to enhance food safety inspections for Holi, focusing on adulteration in sweets, oils, and dairy products.
These 16 rising stars are helping brands like Disney and Nestlé navigate major changes in marketing
Discover the up-and-coming marketing power players boosting brands with bold campaigns and visionary leadership.
The Cheesecake Factory Bakery set for Indian debut, inks agreement with The Gourmet Cafe
The Cheesecake Factory Bakery enters India, debuting eggless cheesecakes and plans for 55 outlets through The Gourmet Cafe partnership.
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