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The most notable new menu additions of 2017

Senior food editor Bret Thorn selects the best of Menu Tracker.
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The top 25 stories of 2017

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Our most-read stories of the year.
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18 quirky food and beverage trends from 2017

Take a look at some of the year’s colorful and unusual menu items.
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15 food and beverage trends to expect in 2018

Andrew Freeman & Company says to expect more regional Mexican and Chinese and less waste.
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Taco Bell to debut Nacho Fries

Taco Bell

The item is part of the quick-service chain’s campaign to expand the dollar menu.
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Compass CEO killed in plane crash

Richard Cousins and four family members victims of tragedy in Australia on New Year’s Eve.
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Golden Corral prototype focuses on efficiencies

Golden Corral

Buffet chain debuts new unit in Greensboro, N.C.
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McDonald’s tests smaller fresh-beef burger

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Some Oklahoma units give the new Archburger a trial run.
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Arby’s big year for LTOs in 2017

Arby's

the quick-service sandwich chain reinforces brand and social relevance.
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Minimum wage to rise in 18 states in 2018

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The new year brings labor cost increases.
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