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            <title><![CDATA[10 Ways to Maximize Your Fryer Oil]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Extend fryer oil life with these 10 tips that help to reduce waste, improve food quality, and lower frying costs.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Capitalize on the Fiber Trend ]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Cool and Craveable Summer Trends]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Discover refreshing, crave-worthy summer food trends to inspire menus, boost sales, and delight guests.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[The Refreshing Opportunity You Could Be Missing ]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Learn how refreshing beverages and frozen ingredients can drive traffic, boost margins, and elevate menus.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Using Social Media to Drive Traffic]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Learn how restaurants can use social media, visuals, and LTOs to boost engagement and drive more traffic.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[From Plate to Post: Social Media Trends for Spring and Summer ]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Get fresh recipes for social media, ideas inspired by foodservice marketing trends and seasonal menu storytelling for spring and summer.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[8 Strategies for More Effective LTOs]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Learn how you can boost sales with 8 proven strategies for successful limited-time offers that attract customers and drive traffic.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[7 Tips for Restaurant LTOs That Drive Traffic]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 23:50:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Tips for Creating a Craveable Menu]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Consider featuring global flavors and health-forward dishes when planning your menus. These types of dishes grab attention and keep your customers coming back.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Why Frozen Food Delivers on Quality in Institutional Kitchens]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[If you are seeking quality, safety, and cost savings in products for your institutional kitchen, frozen foods are the ideal choice.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[52 Accredited Recipe Ideas for Every Week of the Year ]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Planning meals for the entire school year can be a challenge. We are here to help, with 52 accredited recipes to inspire weekly menus and boost your foodservice creativity.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[A Winning Upcharge Opportunity ]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Learn how premium offerings and strategic upcharges can drive revenue and customer satisfaction.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How Experiential Dining is Reshaping Restaurant Culture]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[See how unique dining experiences are redefining restaurant culture and boosting customer engagement.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Flavor Revolution: Umami’s 28% Surge by 2029]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[We explore the growing popularity of umami and how it is reshaping menus. Discover the flavor revolution for yourself!

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            <title><![CDATA[The New Rules of Restaurant Value]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Discover what diners value most in 2025—quality, service, innovation, and nostalgia.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Done Right, ‘Customization’ Can Be a Game-Changer in Foodservice]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Smart customization boosts efficiency, customer satisfaction, and profits in modern foodservice operations.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Tapping Into Baby Boomers' $2.1 Trillion Appetite]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[It's essential to understand the wants and needs of Baby Boomers—win their appeal with flavorful, nutritious meals that support wellness in healthcare dining settings.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Strategies to Attract Health-Conscious Students]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[College students want to prioritize their health, and that often starts with their diet. Discover strategies to engage health-focused students with nutritious, appealing campus dining options.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Student-Centered Menu Design: Boosting Participation Through Choice, Culture, and Voice ]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[What is student-centered menu design? And why should you consider it? Read on for more information and simple steps you can take to incorporate this approach in your school menus.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 Ways to Win Over Picky Eaters]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 01 Aug 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[If you work in K-12 dining, you know that children can be picky about what they eat. We offer 5 thought-starting ideas to boost student satisfaction in your foodservice operation.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Leverage Social Media on National Fry Day]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Use social media to drive traffic and profits this National Fry Day—we give you the tools and expert tips to make it successful and profitable!]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How the Definition of Value is Evolving: 5 Things to Know]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Consumer value perceptions are shifting—what does it mean for success in foodservice? We offer five key insights on value.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Lessons from the Top 500 Chains]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 26 Jun 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[See how top chains are boosting traffic, using technology, and meeting ever-evolving consumer expectations in 2025.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Why Fries Are the Superheroes of QSR Menus]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 20 Jun 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Fries drive traffic, profits, and loyalty in QSRs—read on to discover why fries are your most powerful menu item. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[From the Test Kitchen: 3 Bold Breakfast Recipes That Make Mornings Easier]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 20 Jun 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Chef Zach Greatting is back in the test kitchen; he cooks up some scalable, prep-friendly, and labor-efficient breakfast recipes for your morning menu.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Why Plant-Forward Foods Are Taking Root in Healthcare]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jun 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[It's not surprising that plant-forward meals are gaining traction in healthcare. Learn how a plant-based menu can support wellness and sustainability.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Food Matters: How Dining Options Impact Senior Living Choices]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Do you know the importance of food options for seniors? Read on to explore how dining choices shape senior living decisions and enhance quality of life.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Why Fries Are More Important Than Ever for Restaurants]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 02 Jun 2025 21:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[When it comes to driving traffic and profits, few things come close to french fries. After all, almost half of Americans say french fries are their go-to comfort food. Learn how you can use National Fry Day to promote fries, attract customers, and increase profits.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 Senior Living Trends That Residents Love]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 27 May 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Senior residents want options and variety in their dining plan. We offer ideas and insights on the trends that will help you enhance meals in your community.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[What College Dining Can Learn from Fast Casuals]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[College dining can learn a few things from fast casual—read on for ideas and strategies to enhance efficiency and student satisfaction.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Blurred Segments: Why Brands Need to Break the Rules]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Discover why restaurant operators must be open to breaking traditional rules in order to thrive in today's blurred markets. Read on for insights and strategies to help think outside of your segment.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[What Campus Dining Can Learn from the Rise of Ghost Kitchens]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Could your campus dining operation innovate by adopting strategies from ghost kitchens? Read on to find out more.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Taking Over the Line: A Simplot Station Experience at Boise State University]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[We recently transformed a campus dining station at BSU—it was a real culinary adventure! See what the culinary team and students had to say about it.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Head-to-Head: Hand-Cut vs. Frozen French Fries]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 05 May 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Need to Know: The Food as Medicine Revolution]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 28 Apr 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[We explore the rise of food as medicine and how it’s reshaping healthcare menus and consumer expectations.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Functional Recipes to Amp Up Your Healthcare Menu]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Food can play an integral role in healing, but it must look appealing and taste good. We highlight some functional recipes you can use to boost nutrition and flavor in your healthcare menus.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[From the Kitchen to the Cafeteria: High-Quality Staples Kids Will Love]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Do you need K-12 menu and recipe ideas that are nutritious and kid-approved but also high-quality and quick to prepare? We have them for you!]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[From the Test Kitchen: Elevate Your Beverage Program with Innovation and Profitability]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Chef Zach Greatting is back in the test kitchen; he creates five versatile and delicious beverages—packed with fruit and perfect for your summer menus.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[K-12 Segment Update: What You Need to Know ]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Check in on the K-12 foodservice landscape to stay informed. We highlight industry updates, key trends and offer insights and recipes to get your students excited about meals.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Student-Centered Menu Development: Giving Students a Voice in School Meals]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Are you giving your students a chance to voice their opinions on school menus and meal planning? If not, you might be missing out on an opportunity to boost meal participation and satisfaction. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[3 Ways to Elevate the On-Campus Dining Experience]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Would you like more students to dine on campus? Continue reading for ideas to improve student dining with creative menu suggestions and tips for efficiency and engagement.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Turn Blurring Dayparts Into an Opportunity ]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Consumers' dining habits are changing and more flexible than ever. Discover how you can capitalize on this by offering all-day breakfast and innovative meal options.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Strategize and Boost Profits with Avocados All Day]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[If you aren't featuring avocado on your menu, you may want to reconsider. Discover how incorporating avocado dishes across all dayparts can enhance restaurant profitability.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Introducing Simplot® Good Grains™ Vegetable Fried Rice: A Major Win for K-12 Foodservice]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Discover Simplot® Good Grains™ Vegetable Fried Rice—a flavorful, plant-based twist on classic fried rice. Perfect for K-12 menus with a versatility that works across all menus.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Operators Reinvent the Classics with a Bit of ‘Retro-Vation’]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[It's important to add a bit of nostalgia (or 'Retro-Vation') to your menu without going overboard. Read on for examples and ideas to innovate and transform classic dishes that will captivate your diners.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[‘Swelicious’ Flavors Fuel Restaurant Growth and Customer Excitement]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA['Swelicious' and 'swicy' flavors are driving restaurant growth and enhancing customer excitement nationwide. It's easy to tap in to this trend by adding a bit of zing to your existing dishes.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Asian Flavors Elevate Classic Dishes and Inspire Creativity]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Asian flavors have been red hot for years, and their popularity continues to grow. Discover how you can transform classic dishes and spark creativity on your menu.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[The Importance of Breakfast for K-12 Students]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[You know a nutritious breakfast is important for students' performance, but how do you get them to eat in the morning? We have ideas and menu trends that will entice students in for breakfast.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Optimize Your Healthcare Dining Operation: Tips to Know]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Need a quick primer on best practices for healthcare dining operations? Read on for some essential tips and key strategies to enhance your efficiency and improve customer satisfaction.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Streamline Back of House Operations]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Have you struggled with hiring enough back-of-house staff? If so, you aren't alone. Read on for some effective strategies to enhance efficiency in your restaurant's back-of-house operations.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Value Meals: What Can Be Learned from Major Chains]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[There’s a lot to learn when it comes to offering value meals on your menu. See how top chains design their value meals to attract customers and boost sales.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[From Campus To Consumer, Gen Z Seeks Authentic Sustainability]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Discover how Gen Z prioritizes authenticity in sustainability efforts, influencing campuses and brand choices alike.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How C&U Operators Can Reach Gen Z on Social Media]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Need some help reaching your Gen Z students? Explore top strategies C&U operators can use on social media to engage and connect with Gen Z audiences effectively.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Build a Positive Restaurant Culture to Drive Customer Satisfaction]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 Great Strategies for a Winning Beverage Program]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 10 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Have you given your beverage menu a refresh recently? Use these five proven strategies to craft a winning beverage program that will boost sales and delight your customers.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[3 Trends To Prioritize in Senior Dining]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Is your senior dining setup on-trend? If not, a few simple changes could get you there. Read on for the latest trends, including quality, variety, and health-focused options.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[ From the Test Kitchen: Slam Dunk Game Day Recipes]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Join Zach Greatting, our talented content chef, as he creates four bold, indulgent, and winning game-day recipes that work well on restaurant menus and for catering spreads.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[C&U Winter Trends: Driving Participation On Campus]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Discover the top C&U winter dining trends that will drive student participation and engagement on campus this season.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[From the Test Kitchen: Elevating Your Menu with RoastWorks® and Simple Goodness™]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[How K-12 Operators Can Celebrate Lunar New Year]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Feeding Gen Alpha: Success for K-12 Operators]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[How Simplot’s Products Can Help Your Healthcare Operation]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Cultivating Connections: The Story of Simplot and Spud Fish and Chips]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Heartwarming Valentine's Ideas for Senior Residents]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Elevate Your Healthcare Menu]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[The Game-Changer in Foodservice: Simplot® Harvest Fresh®]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Our content chef, Zach Greatting, recently visited the Simplot avocado plant in Mexico. Follow along as he shares his take on the quality, versatility, and consistency of the Simplot® Harvest Fresh® products produced in Mexico.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Global Flavors Are Shaking Up Healthcare Foodservice]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Tech Takes the Table]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Leverage Brands and Partnerships to Drive Trial and Loyalty]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[We offer up some creative examples and ideas to help you leverage brands and find beneficial partnerships in the new year.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 Tips for Off-Premise Dining Success]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[From the Test Kitchen: Top Tips for Frying French Fries]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 13 Nov 2024 01:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Follow along as our talented content chef, Zach Greatting, ventures into the test kitchen to find new and exciting ways to use Simplot products. In this edition, he gives tips for frying french fries like a pro and creates dishes using our new Conquest® Delivery+® 5/16" Straight Cut Fries.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[10 Simplot Products That Save You Time]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 03 Nov 2024 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Is your kitchen being impacted by the labor shortage? Read on to explore ten Simplot products designed to save you time in the kitchen and enhance your foodservice efficiency.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Make the Most of Tailgating Season in Your Dining Hall]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Combating the Slump: 3 Key Strategies to Reverse Falling Restaurant Traffic]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Are you seeing a slump in your restaurant traffic? Discover three effective strategies to combat declining traffic in your restaurant and enhance your customer engagement.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 Trends to Inspire Healthcare Foodservice]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 30 Sep 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Are your healthcare foodservice options on-trend? Read on to explore five key trends that can elevate healthcare foodservice and enhance patient dining experiences.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Savor the Success: Signature Sauces]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 23 Sep 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Looking for a way to boost your menu appeal? House-made, signature sauces may be just the thing!
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            <title><![CDATA[Small Plates, Big Profits: The Snacking Opportunity]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 23 Sep 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[From Korea to the Caribbean: BBQ's Flavorful Regional Journey]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 23 Sep 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[The "Is It Worth It?" Test: Caramelizing Onions from Scratch]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[From the Test Kitchen: Using Caramelized Onions]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 10 Sep 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Follow along as our talented content chef, Zach Greatting, ventures into the test kitchen to find new and exciting ways to use Simplot products. In this edition, he creates dishes using Simplot Simple Goodness™ RTE Caramelized-Style Onions.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[11 Inspiring Ideas for Caramelized Onions Across Every Daypart]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Caramelized onions add a premium touch to everything from breakfast to burgers—but they can be very time-consuming to prepare. Here are some creative (and labor-saving) ways to incorporate caramelized onions into your menu.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Four Generations, Four Ideas: Appealing to Every Demographic]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 21 Aug 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[From the Test Kitchen: Interesting Ways to Use Avocado]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Follow along as our talented new content chef, Zach Greatting, ventures into the test kitchen to find new and exciting ways to use Simplot products. In this edition, he unveils five inventive ways to use Harvest Fresh® Avocados.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[K-12 Food Trends: What's Hot for 2024 and 2025]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 25 Jun 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The new Trend Feast™ Guide is here! Learn about the trends in food and beverage shaping K-12  foodservice in 2024-25 and beyond.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[ Food Trends 2024: The Fastest-Growing Flavors in College Dining]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[U.S. Suspends Fresh Avocado Imports from Mexico—Again]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[4 Proven Ways to Add Pricing Power to Menu Items]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Pucker Up, Buttercup: Why Dill Pickle Flavor is Suddenly Everywhere]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Maximize Your Mother's Day Brunch: Strategies for Restaurants in 2024]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI) Back of House]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Chicken Restaurant Chains: What’s New and Where They’re Headed]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 17 Apr 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[State of the Consumer: How Dining Habits Are Changing]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 15 Apr 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[See how U.S. consumers are reacting to higher menu prices and learn what you can do.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Fancy Eats, Familiar Feels: Boujee Breakfasts Offer Elevated Comfort Food]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Create the Perfect Secret Menu Item in 6 Smart Steps]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Ever thought about creating a secret menu? Now is the perfect time! Read on to discover what works and what your customers will love.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Handheld Heroes: Late-Night Cravings Go Global]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 01 Apr 2024 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Mastering Grab-and-Go Menus with Ready-to-Eat Vegetables]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 01 Apr 2024 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[The State of the Industry: Foodservice Operators in 2024]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 29 Mar 2024 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[A Flavorful History: Tracing the Origins of Chicken and Waffles]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 22 Mar 2024 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Simplot Serves Up Smiles During National School Breakfast Week]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 22 Mar 2024 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The National School Breakfast Program plays a critical role in supporting learning. We honor the over 120,000 school nutrition workers nationwide for their dedication to students and communities. We're proud to assist them with versatile products that simplify their tasks. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 Reasons Why Portable Meals Mean Business for Restaurants]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 12 Mar 2024 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Do you have portable items on your menu? Read on to find out why the portability of your menu items can have a huge impact on their popularity and your bottom line.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Why Breakfast Potatoes Are Fueling the Resurgence of Morning Traffic]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 26 Feb 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The demand for breakfast is on the rise, and potatoes are a must-have breakfast item. See labor-saving products and recipes to feed your breakfast crowd—quickly and profitably.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Grain Bowl Update: How to Simplify Prep in Your Kitchen]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 06 Feb 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[After a decade of explosive growth, grain bowl popularity shows no sign of waning, especially among younger generations. And new products are making bowls easier than ever to serve!]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Feeding Gen Alpha: What K-12 Can Learn from New Research]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 25 Jan 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Generation Alpha is set to revolutionize school lunch programs with its diverse, health-conscious, and brand-aware eating habits. See the latest research to help with your K-12 menu planning.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Restaurant Apps: The 7 Must-Have Features of Effective Apps in 2024]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jan 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[It’s 2024. If your goals are to increase sales and build loyalty, you need to know about the seven features  of your restaurant app you shouldn’t go without.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[6 Reasons Why K-12 School Kitchens Love Today’s Frozen Foods]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jan 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[American schools have made a heroic effort to serve more vegetables and fruits to their students. But, it isn't easy. Here are the six biggest reasons K-12 schools find frozen products the perfect complement to their fresh produce program.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[New Year’s Resolution: Satisfy Your Health-Conscious Customers in 2024]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jan 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[It’s the new year and customers are hungry for healthy menu options. Are you prepared? Learn how to cater to your health-conscious guests—without rewriting your whole menu. It’s easier than you think!]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Culinary Secrets from Polar Bear Village]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 18 Dec 2023 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Experience the heartwarming tale of Olaf's Diner in Polar Bear Village, where winter's chill is met with roaring fires and delightful aromas. Follow Olaf, the bear with a golden heart, as he transforms his secret recipes into a culinary sensation, bringing warmth and joy to all. Discover the magic of Simplot Roastworks® that saves the day, creating a delightful holiday haven for polar bears and visitors alike.  Happy Holidays from Polar Bear Village!]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Top 10 Food Trends for 2024: What to Look for Next]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 14 Dec 2023 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Kick Up Classic Holiday Beverages This Winter]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 16 Nov 2023 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Give your customers a new reason to visit this winter by rolling out some classic beverages revamped with a twist for the holiday season.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Boost Value When Menu Prices are Rising]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2023 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Do you know how your customers are calculating value today? And what can you do to create additional value that brings them back? Read on for some tips and guidance.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[24 Low-Cost Sustainability Tactics for Restaurants]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 09 Nov 2023 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[One in five U.S. consumers say they go out of their way to eat at sustainable establishments. Here are 24 low-cost ways you can boost your sustainability credentials to attract them—without breaking the bank.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Foodservice in 2030: Predictions for the Industry]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 01 Nov 2023 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Foodservice industry leaders gathered for the Technomic Activate Conference in June 2023 to examine trends and look ahead as we approach the next decade. Their observations offer an intriguing glimpse into the future.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Pre- and Post-Game Snacks for College Sports Fans]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 31 Oct 2023 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[It’s football season and your students are hungry for new, game-day food options and occasions. In this article, you’ll learn how to leverage fan enthusiasm into higher meal-plan satisfaction using labor-saving products and recipes.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[20 Ways to Use Avocado in Foodservice]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 16 Oct 2023 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[There’s no hotter fruit than the avocado—and no shortage of ways to use it. Once only popular in guacamole, you’ll now find this plant-based superfood in everything from ice cream to craft cocktails.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[National School Lunch Week Update]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 13 Oct 2023 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The theme of this year’s NSLW was “Level Up With School Lunch” and the Simplot K-12 Team visited kitchens in the West Ada School District near Boise last week to commemorate the occasion in style!]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Nostalgic Desserts Are Bringing Back Memories—and Customers]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Nostalgic desserts are really growing in popularity, and consumers across all age groups are interested in them. Do you have any of these retro sweet treats on your dessert menu? Read on to get ideas and kitchen-tested recipes from the Simplot Culinary Team.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Elevated Pizza Takes Flavor to New Heights]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 27 Sep 2023 02:42:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[It's no surprise, restaurant-goers love pizza, but tastes are evolving. So don't be afraid to get a little crazy with your pizza toppings—veggies, curry, Souvlaki, Al Pastor, seafood—give them a try.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Loaded Fries Go Wacky, Wild and Over the Top]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/loaded-fries-go-wacky-wild-and-over-the-top</link>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 27 Sep 2023 01:06:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Loaded fries are as popular as ever, so why not capitalize on this trend? You can be creative with your menu and customers get what they want. Win-win!]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Globally-Inspired Veggie Small Plates]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 26 Sep 2023 23:04:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Why not create some globally-inspired small plates to add to your menu? It's the perfect opportunity to get creative, give your customers what they want, and have some fun!]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Study: Vegetables Get a Seat at the Breakfast Table]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 13 Sep 2023 22:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Breakfast is back! Learn how to satisfy your customers’ growing appetites for veggies at breakfast while reducing labor and improving consistency.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Food Halls: 2023 Trends and Strategies to Drive Traffic]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/food-halls-2023-trends-and-strategies-to-drive-traffic</link>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 17 Aug 2023 02:12:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The food hall format is gaining momentum, with 63% more halls operating now than in 2019. Learn more about what’s attracting customers to these one-stop dining venues, and see expert recommendations for building traffic going into 2024.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[AI in Restaurants: How to Use AI to Write Social Media Posts and Ads]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 27 Jul 2023 04:33:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Tired of writing social media posts for your restaurant? In this post, you’ll learn the elements of effective social media posts and how to prompt AI tools, like ChatGPT, to create them.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Food Truck Trends: Tips to Keep Traffic Growing in 2023]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 24 Jul 2023 17:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The popularity of food trucks is trending upward. In this post, we give you a snapshot of the industry in 2023 along with some tips on how to keep the good times rolling.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[No More Soggy Fries at New Orleans Landmark Restaurant]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/kitchen-stories-parkway-bakery-and-tavern</link>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 13 Jul 2023 20:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[When you’ve been an iconic restaurant for as long as Parkway Bakery & Tavern, soggy fries have no place on your menu.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Stadium Concessions: Trends and Insights for 2023 and Beyond]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/stadium-concessions-trends-and-insights-for-2023-and-beyond</link>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 07 Jul 2023 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[In this post, you’ll get a snapshot of the stadium concession customer today, learn what they’re looking for, and see what’s new on stadium menus. You’ll also find solutions to reduce your labor and improve your profitability.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[What's the Big Deal About Ready-to-Eat Frozen Vegetables?]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 07 Jul 2023 00:29:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Simplot's Ready-to-Eat (RTE) Frozen Vegetables and Fruit make prepping salads, grab-n-go items and meal kits a breeze—just thaw and serve. Read on to see how these products can help you cut your labor costs—and much more.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[The Future of Off-Premise Ordering for Restaurants]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 05 Jul 2023 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The pandemic forced countless restaurants to figure out how to serve their customers off-premise efficiently. Now that the crisis has passed, operators are taking a harder look at their off-premise programs with an eye toward optimizing processes and profitability.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Visit Simplot at SNA’s Annual Nutrition Conference, July 9-11]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/k-12-anc-announcement</link>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 27 Jun 2023 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Looking for smart ways to boost participation while reducing labor and waste? You’ll find them at Simplot booth #951 at this year’s SNA’s Annual Nutrition Conference.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[AI in Restaurants: Using ChatGPT to Write Menu Descriptions]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/ai-in-restaurants-using-chatgpt-to-write-menu-descriptions</link>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 23 Jun 2023 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Tantalizing menu descriptions are critical to sales. Now AI tools like ChatGPT are radically reducing the time it takes to write them. In this article, we’ll show you step-by-step how to use ChatGPT to create brilliant menu descriptions in seconds.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[French Fry Sandwiches: What Happens When Two Menu Favorites Collide?]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/french-fry-sandwiches-what-happens-when-two-menu-favorites-collide</link>
            <guid>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/french-fry-sandwiches-what-happens-when-two-menu-favorites-collide</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 01 Jun 2023 20:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Can you really put fries on sandwiches? Yes! From Pittsburgh’s famous Primanti sandwich to the California Burrito of San Diego, french fries are finding their way into the center of the plate. Learn more about these unique fry applications and why they’re so popular.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Sizzle and Sip: Summer 2023's Most Refreshing Beverage Trends]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/sizzle-and-sip-summer-2023s-most-refreshing-beverage-trends</link>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 30 May 2023 13:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[From dirty sodas to bubble tea, it’s time to get current on the beverage trends brewing this summer. In this post, you’ll learn about the beverages patrons are buzzing about and the Simplot products that can help you match the trends profitably.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Want To Retain Your Foodservice Staff?  Engage Their Creativity.]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 29 May 2023 05:53:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The shortage of qualified labor is reaching historic proportions. According to Technomic, Inc., job openings at restaurants are up 40% in just the last two years. Higher wages may be one remedy for attracting and retaining staff, but the current labor shortage comes at a time when median wages have risen 10% since 2017 alone.1  If higher wages arenâ€™t the silver bullet, what is?]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[On Trend: When a Restaurant is More Than a Restaurant]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 29 May 2023 05:51:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Personal and social values are shaping consumer choices in dining out. Here we explore a few ways restaurants can key into the trends that are not just shaping food expectations, but society as well.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Getting It Right: How to Hire In Foodservice]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 29 May 2023 05:50:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[How do you define a "good employee?" Management styles mean different qualities, skills and performance often stack up differently for various managers. But, in general, good employees have these similar traits.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 Trends Shaping Charcuterie Boards in 2023]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/5-trends-shaping-charcuterie-boards-in-2023</link>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 10 May 2023 15:51:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[U.S. consumers are falling in love with charcuterie, with menu incidence up 84% over the last 10 years. And restaurants are responding with imaginative, new takes on this age-old classic. Read on to learn the top five trends shaping charcuterie today.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[K-12 Food Trends: Grain Bowls, Funky Fries and More]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 09 May 2023 20:09:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The K-12 Team at Simplot has identified three important trends in K-12 foodservice for 2023 that can help you increase participation and meet nutritional standards:  funky fries, grain bowls and reimagined classics. Read on for menu inspiration and helpful product recommendations.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Simplot Launches New Raspberry Crumbles Product]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 08 May 2023 20:21:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Today Simplot Global Foods introduced Simplot Simple Goodness™ Fruit Raspberry Crumbles to its extensive lineup of labor-saving, frozen fruit products for foodservice.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[The Hidden Costs of Line Flow Fries]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 05 May 2023 15:23:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Is the cheapest fry the most profitable fry? With wages and food prices rising, it may be tempting to go with a "bargain fry." In this post, you'll see why that's a mistake and learn about the hidden costs that hurt your bottom line—and your reputation.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Make Frozen Fries Crispy in the Oven]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 27 Apr 2023 11:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Baking frozen french fries is a must in K-12 foodservice. (Can you think of anything your students love more?) In this article, you'll learn how to make frozen fries crispy in the oven in a way that rivals the best your K-12 students have enjoyed in restaurants.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How the Restaurant Industry Performed in Q1 2023]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/q1-state-of-the-restaurant-industry-recap</link>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 26 Apr 2023 16:50:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[With the rising costs of food and labor, margins are under increasing pressure. Find out how operators are fighting back and learn about Simplot products that can help.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Avocado Season: How Time of Year Affects Prices and Quality]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 17 Apr 2023 17:05:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The avocado-growing capital of Michoacan, Mexico, has four distinct growing seasons that can dramatically affect pricing and quality. Learn how to overcome seasonal volatility and unexpected supply disruptions for better profitability.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA["Soggy Fries" and 7 Other Restaurant Reviews to Avoid]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 13 Apr 2023 12:48:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Poor online fry reviews are bad for business. How can you recover? In this post, you'll learn about the common types of fry complaints found online and what you can do to serve better fries now. Your reputation depends on it!]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Incorporate Island-Influenced Flavors into Your Restaurant]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 03 Mar 2023 19:58:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[If spicing up your menu is top of mind, consider adding a refreshing new unique bowl guaranteed to tantalize your customers' taste buds. We're here to praise the robust and exotic flavors of island cuisines.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Why Sauces Are Taking Over Social Media and Restaurants]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 03 Mar 2023 19:22:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 Tips on How to Develop a Late-Night Snack Menu]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Crafting Crave-Worthy Salads: Tips for Building Hearty Salads in Your Restaurant]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[While customers crave nutritious, healthy salad options to support lifestyle and fitness goals, it can be challenging to stick to these ideals when appetites kick in. The "salads that satisfy" approach is a great way to surprise and delight your hungry customers.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Frozen Food:  The Ultimate Waste Saver]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Meet the Pent-up Demand for Catering with Limited Staff]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Frozen Avocado: 7 Reasons It's Making a Comeback]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Eatertainment: Raising the Bar to Boost Traffic]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[An intriguing eatertainment idea may spur trial and social media fame, but novelty alone is not enough. The food and drinks have to deliver if there's any hope of attracting subsequent visits—the lifeblood of the industry.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Trending Bowl Recipes and Ingredients for K-12]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Cook Frozen French Fries: Expert Advice]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Everyone in your kitchen knows how to cook frozen french fries, right? Read on to ensure you are selecting the right fries, and that you are following best practices for proper storage and handling, cooking and holding.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Simplot Cauliflower Rice Now Available in 2.5 lb. Bags]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Restaurant Gift Cards: How to Leverage Them for Better Sales]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Healthy Menu Options: The Trends for 2023]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 Elf-Approved Recipes for the Holidays]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[The elves work hard making Christmas presents, so we always make sure to have some treats of gratitude. But first, we needed to find out which recipes they love the most. Here are the top 5 recipes the elves enjoy during the holidays.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Restaurant Trends 2023: 7 Things to Remember]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[With the clock running out on 2022, now's the time to get smart on restaurant trends for 2023. Check out these top trends you can capitalize on as you plan for the new year.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Women in Foodservice: Tips to Improve the Culture of your Restaurant]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[We talked to five women working in various foodservice jobs about their career-defining moments and why they decided to stay in the industry. Read on to learn about their experiences, as well as ways for you to retain women on your team.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[What Do Consumers Really Think About Restaurant Sustainability?]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Consumers say that sustainability is important to them and can influence where they eat out. Do your customers know about your practices? If not, you need to let them know.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[6 Delicious Menu Ideas with Extraordinary Margins]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2022 17:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[It looks like inflation will continue to push food costs higher in 2023. Check out these proven strategies to protect your bottom line by menuing more profitable dishes. And we have six tasty menu ideas with very healthy margins—give them a try!]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How Fast Are Restaurant Prices Rising in 2022?]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Restaurant operators had little choice but to increase their menu prices this year, but just how much? And how does your operation compare?]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How the Foodservice Industry Performed in Q3]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[The Simplot K-12 Team Helps Celebrate National School Lunch Week (NSLW)]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[President John F. Kennedy created National School Lunch Week (NSLW) in 1962 to promote the importance of a healthy school lunch in a childâ€™s life and the impact it has inside and outside the classroom.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[The Power of Sustainability Partnerships at Simplot]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Global Flavors Taking Center Stage in K-12]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 14 Sep 2022 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Why Spirit-Free Cocktails Are Essential on Every Drink Menu]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2022 20:19:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Some patrons are becoming more intentional with their alcohol consumption. But these "sober curious" consumers still enjoy the experience of ordering a thoughtfully crafted beverage without the side effects of alcohol. Do you have options for them?]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Back To Our Roots with Fermentation and Pickling]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2022 20:17:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[There's Nothing Simple About These Soups]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2022 20:16:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Are you planning to feature soup on your menu this fall? It's a great way to show some creativity with flavors and ingredients—and customers love a big bowl of piping hot, housemade soup.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[A Solid Catering Program Can Boost Your Business]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2022 20:15:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[If you've ever considered adding a catering program to your existing business, you know that it presents some challenges. Start small and build from there—it could really boost your bottom line.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Strategies to Keep Catering Menus Profitable in 2022]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2022 20:14:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Consumers are ordering more catering than ever. We highlight some strategies and products to help you get the most out of your catered menu items.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Should You Raise Your Prices?]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2022 00:32:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Thinking about raising your menu prices to offset increasing costs? There are many things to consider before you do.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How Restaurants Are Weathering Inflation and Labor Challenges]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2022 23:39:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Halfway through 2022, restaurants continue to grapple with the twin challenges of high inflation and scarce labor. So what are they doing to survive? Where are the opportunities? And what's the path forward?]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[What Makes Simplot's Columbia River Basin Vegetables So Good]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Watered by snowmelt from the Canadian Rockies, raised in the rich volcanic soils of eastern Washington, Simplot corn, peas, carrots and potatoes get the royal treatment from planting to processing. Learn what makes them so tender and delicious.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Simplot will be at the School Nutrition Association’s Annual National Conference (ANC)]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2022 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[How Much Does It Cost to Start a Food Truck?]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Why Do Entrées with Roasted Vegetables Earn 27% More?]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 23 May 2022 17:17:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Roasted vegetables are delicious—and they can help you capture premium prices, reduce prep, and delight your customers all at the same time.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How Digital is Changing the Rules of Menu Engineering]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Designing a menu can be challenging—and layouts for print and digital are different. In this article, we go over the basic steps of menu engineering for print, then cover the new best practices for digital menus.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[What Students Want: Trends in K-12 for Lunch, Breakfast and Grab-n-Go ]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Here's a rundown of the notable K-12 foodservice innovations and trends we've identified for lunch, breakfast, grab-n-go and Smart Snacks, along with some data on the items students are craving off-campus.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Celebrate School Lunch Hero Day on May 6th]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[The School Nutrition Association created School Lunch Hero Day to recognize the hard work and dedication of the 100,000+ men and women across the U.S. who feed our kids.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How Restaurants are Being More Sustainable—And You Can Too]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[It's clear, your patrons want to frequent restaurants that are thinking about and practicing sustainability. Here are some examples of restaurants around the world incorporating more eco-friendly practices—and ways you can, too.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 Ways a Ghost Kitchen Could Boost Your Profits]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[If you run an independent restaurant or small chain, ghost kitchens represent both an opportunity and a competitive threat. In this article, we'll discuss five strategic ways you can use the ghost kitchen model to your advantage to overcome operational and financial issues in the age of delivery.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Simplot Adds Sustainability Goals to Food Group Website]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Ever wonder what we're doing to produce food more sustainably? Simplot Food has launched a new addition to simplotfood.com that details our ongoing sustainability efforts.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[The 14 Highest Scoring Simplot Recipes]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 03 Mar 2022 18:02:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Developing new menu items is an art form informed by a chef's experience and intuition. But how do you really know if the wonderful recipe you just created will sell?]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Global Takes on Loaded Fries Turn Heads]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 22 Feb 2022 17:23:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Want to bring some innovation to your menu? Great idea, start with fries!]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 Ways to Amp-up Your Appetizer Game]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 22 Feb 2022 17:23:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[3 Ways to Make Shareable Small Plates from Side Dishes]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 22 Feb 2022 17:21:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Transitioning your sides to enticing appetizers is a great way to optimize ingredient utilization. It can also be a lot of fun—for you and for your customers—don't miss out on this trend.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Building a Salad Using Regionally Trending Ingredients]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 22 Feb 2022 17:18:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Today's health-conscious customers continue to seek out fresh menu options, and salads rank high on the list. But which salads and ingredients are customers looking for?
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            <title><![CDATA[3 Ways to Cope with the Looming Avocado Shortage]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 16 Feb 2022 21:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[What happens when the supply chain of one of your most popular ingredients vanishes overnight? U.S. restaurants that serve avocado may find out very soon. We can help!
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            <title><![CDATA[The Allure of Technology Grows at Understaffed Restaurants]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 09 Feb 2022 17:36:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[With wages rising to attract an ever-smaller workforce, many restaurant operators are struggling to break even. Could technology be the solution?]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[10 Ways to Take the Sting Out of Fryer Oil Costs]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 27 Jan 2022 19:17:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Are you looking for ways to minimize the cost of oil without compromising the taste and quality of your food? Read on.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[4 Operational Trends for Restaurants in 2022]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 03 Jan 2022 23:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Here we highlight four emerging trends that point to the continued need for adaptability and flexibility in an evolving industry in the coming year.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[North Pole Update: Crisp Fries Abound]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 20 Dec 2021 16:52:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Few people know this, but reindeer simply can't get enough french fries. So, when the elves planned a celebration to thank the Terrific Ten for all their hard work, an elaborate fry buffet was the only way to go. The elves asked if we could help, and we did!]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Michelin-Awarded Chef Picks Simplot Conquest® Delivery+® Fries for Latest Concept ]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 16 Dec 2021 22:54:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[What happens when operators switch to Simplot Conquest® Delivery+® Fries with industry-leading 40+ minute hold time? Check out this amazing story from Scoville Hot Chicken in Atlanta, GA. (Hint: soggy fries didn't stand a chance.)]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[4 Health Trends to Bring to Your Menu in 2022]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 15 Dec 2021 00:21:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[After the indulgent holiday season and with New Year's resolutions in full swing, consumers will be eager for foods that help them improve and maintain their health. What trends can you capitalize on in 2022 to appeal to health-conscious consumers?]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Industry Update: 7 Things to Know Going Into 2022]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 06 Dec 2021 22:49:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[4 Reasons to Add Soups to Your Menu This Winter]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 08 Nov 2021 21:25:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Besides being popular comfort food, soups appeal to current food trends and deliver healthy margins to your bottom line. So as we head into winter, here are four reasons to add soups to your menu (and some recipes for you to try out, too).]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[UPDATE:  Why the Restaurant Supply Chain Crisis Isn't Going Away Anytime Soon]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 04 Nov 2021 18:53:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[For restaurants, the challenges spawned by the pandemic just keep coming. They are facing a historic labor shortage, rising food costs, and concurrent supply chain disruptions. Is there an end in sight?]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Surprise Twist: SIDEWINDERS™ Fries Celebrate Eight Years of Global Growth]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 26 Oct 2021 16:48:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Is a 40+ Minute Hold Time for Fries Believable? Jethro's BBQ Finds Out.]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 25 Oct 2021 18:44:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Like so many full-service restaurants, Jethro's BBQ, an emerging chain of barbecue restaurants in Des Moines, Iowa, was forced to go to a 100% takeout-and-delivery model by the pandemic. Even though takeout has long been a part of Jethro's business model, they had some challenges.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How Versatile Products Are Helping K-12 During National School Lunch Week]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 07 Oct 2021 21:22:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Supply chain disruptions are creating unwelcome surprises for menu planners and kitchen staff alike. These pandemic-related shortages are also shining a spotlight on an aspect of food products that is sometimes overlooked:  versatility.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How Restaurants Can Adapt to a Smaller Workforce]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Keeping and finding workers is likely your top challenge right now, and it doesn't look like that's going to change any time soon. Here we offer some ideas and resources to help you adapt to a smaller pool of workers.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Restaurants Finding New Audiences on TikTok]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Are you using TikTok to showcase your business? If not, you might be missing out on its 100 million active users. It isn't just another tech platform you have to check out; TikTok is fast becoming a must-have for restaurant social media efforts.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Extreme Goes Mainstream with Over-the-Top Burgers and Sandwiches]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 13 Aug 2021 20:19:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Roots Find New Growth in Heritage Recipes at Restaurants]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 13 Aug 2021 18:24:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Comfort food and Heritage cooking are just what your customers are looking for right now. You can make traditional or "old" recipes current and fresh by adding a trendy flavor or by playing with textures.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Restaurants Take On Food Waste]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Waste has always been an issue in the restaurant industry. But in the aftermath of the pandemic, many operators are finding ways to get creative, reduce waste, and increase their profitability in the process.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[4 Things You Have to Remember About Gen Z Diners]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 27 Jul 2021 18:32:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Just when you got comfortable with Millennials' dining preferences, here comes Gen Z. Born between 1993 and 2002, they'll soon be the most influential customer cohort for restaurants, so now is the time to start to understand their unique approach to eating out.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Is There an Avocado Shortage?]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2021 20:51:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The cost of whole avocados can vary wildly and fluctuate regularly based on four different factors. We explore each of the factors and explain how you can overcome the volatility by taking advantage of the consistent pricing of Simplot's prepared avocado products.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How the Global Supply Chain Crisis Affects You and Why]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 07 Jul 2021 17:05:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Even as diners return to restaurants in the U.S., a perfect storm of supply chain issues has led to unwelcome new challenges for operators: product shortages and hefty freight charges.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[The Top Trending Food Recipes of 2021]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 23 Jun 2021 16:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Let's take a look at some of the top trending food recipes to see what might become a must-have menu item and what is likely just a fad.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Design a Restaurant Website in 3 Easy Steps]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 27 May 2021 20:50:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Creating a restaurant website is by far the best way to ensure your customers find you and understand your offerings. This post will teach you to create a restaurant website and include the content you need to attract and inform your audience.
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            <title><![CDATA[Fries Drove Traffic During the Pandemic: Learn How to Capitalize on the Trend]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 19 May 2021 01:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[More than half of U.S. adults have been vaccinated against COVID-19, and many are beginning to venture out to their favorite restaurants. How can you draw in more of the diners you need to rebuild after the pandemic? Two words: french fries.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[9 Tips for Dealing with the Restaurant Labor Shortage]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 27 Apr 2021 21:55:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[A nationwide labor shortage is making it difficult to staff up for the busy spring and summer seasons. How can you overcome the labor shortage and entice people to work for you? We have some tips.
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            <title><![CDATA[Re-Opening in the Time of COVID: Guidelines for Operating Safely]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 27 Apr 2021 18:28:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[After a year of navigating constantly changing mandates, a restaurant industry coalition has compiled its first nationally accepted safe dining guidelines for operators. The goal is to educate both diners and food service workers with informative signage inside restaurants, as well as step-by-step protocols to keep everyone safe.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Prepare Your Restaurant for a Successful Mother's Day 2021]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 21 Apr 2021 21:20:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[With the end of the pandemic in sight, Americans will be turning to restaurants to make mom's day special. Check out our helpful tips.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Use Google to Help Patrons Find You]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 14 Apr 2021 18:52:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Every day, people are searching for a restaurant on Google. Make sure you're the one they find.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Latin Flavors:  4 Key Trends for Operators in 2021]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 15 Mar 2021 23:20:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[We've identified four key trends to help operators meet the growing appetite for Latin-inspired items.  Whether your menu is filled with Latin dishes or just a few, matching these trends can help you attract new customers and keep your existing base coming back.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Make Outdoor Dining Perform Beyond the Pandemic]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2021 00:09:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[When cities began to lift the initial restrictions on restaurants last summer and fall, outdoor dining became a lifeline for struggling operators. As winter weather settled in, owners got creative with solutions to make eating out in the cold a warm, inviting experience. Now with spring in sight, will the popularity of outdoor dining melt with the higher temperatures?]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Ranch Dressing is a Blessing]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 08 Mar 2021 18:45:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[March 10th is National Ranch Day, and here at Simplot, we think it's also a day to celebrate America and its collective obsession with this creamy dressing with an herbal kick that's affectionately known as a "hug in a bottle." ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 Smart Ways To Elevate Your Delivery and Takeout Packaging]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 02 Mar 2021 19:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[People want to be delighted by their dining experience, even at home. In the same way we judge books by their covers, how you package your orders and the little touches you include inside can turn your dishes into must-have meals before the first bite.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Breakfast Is Back: Are You Ready?]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2021 22:33:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Going out to breakfast may seem like wishful thinking after so many months of pandemic restrictions. But with a little luck, one of the most profitable dayparts may be back in play soon. Now is the time to think about how you're going to approach this important opportunity. Your customers will be glad you did!]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Using Frozen Foods in Fresh and Healthy Recipes]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2021 21:38:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[As we head into spring and summer, customer interest in fresh, healthy foods is going to pick up again. But with the pandemic, it's been really hard to forecast sales and plan product ordering around that. Putting items on the menu that are creative, fresh, healthy, and high quality doesn't mean you have to head to the farmer's market to buy produce that will go bad if you don't use it in a couple days.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[The New Fusion: Meet the "Odd" Couplings from Around the World]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2021 21:24:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Mexican-Korean food? Chinese-Peruvian dishes? Welcome to the magnificent mashups of New Fusion cuisine, where good ideas and great flavors from around the world take your palate places you never thought it would go. And happily so.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[International Flavors Put Chicken in the Spotlight]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2021 21:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Simplot Corporate Executive Chef Michael Thrash has identified some of the cultural trends around chicken preparation that are growing in popularity here in the U.S. Here's a little about each technique, what makes it unique, who's doing it successfully, and a version from our very own Chef Thrash.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Iconic Seattle Restaurant 86's Soggy Delivery Fries]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2021 21:06:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[COVID-19 hit the entire country hard in 2020, but it hit the Seattle area first. When lockdown orders went into effect on March 15th, one of the city's most beloved restaurants, 13 Coins, pivoted to takeout and delivery service.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Simplot Launches Industry's First Seasoned Fries with 40+ Minute Hold Time]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2021 21:11:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Simplot today announced the launch of SeasonedCRISP® Delivery+® Fries, the first and only savory-seasoned fries with industry-leading 40+ minute hold time.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 Predictions from Operators About the Industry After COVID]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2021 01:41:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[It's been almost a year since the coronavirus pandemic swept through the U.S. and restaurant operators have had to adjust to fast-changing regulations and customer preferences. There's no doubt that the changes made during COVID will carry on into the future, even once the country goes back to "normal."]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[The Second Round of PPP Loans: What You Need To Know]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2021 22:41:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The Small Business Administration has just released guidance on what they're calling the Paycheck Protection Second Draw Loans. They've made a few tweaks to the program since the first round in 2020. In this post, we break down some of the eligibility requirements and get advice from fellow restaurant owners that went through the process the first time around. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Delicious on Arrival: Better Packaging for Delivery and Takeout]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 08 Jan 2021 01:11:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Finding the right packaging for your takeout and to-go business can be a daunting task. There are so many different options. Takeout and delivery is only trending up, so putting some thought and effort into how you package your food will become more and more important.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Pivot Your Restaurant Business Model in a Pandemic]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/how-to-pivot-your-restaurant-business-model-in-a-pandemic</link>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 21 Dec 2020 18:23:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[2020 has been full of ups and downs, to say the least. With local ordinances changing every few weeks it's hard to keep up and still keep your business afloat. In the face of so much uncertainty, how can you pivot your business model effectively?]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[On-Trend: 21 Recipe Ideas for Good Grains™ RTE Southwest Style Fiesta Blend]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 18 Dec 2020 18:42:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Cilantro lime rice is a hugely popular and versatile dish—great on the side, as a base for on-trend bowls, or as filling inside wraps and burritos, cilantro lime rice has a home in every daypart and industry segment. Simplot Food has just released its own take on this classic recipe with new Good Grains™ RTE Southwest Style Fiesta Blend. 
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            <title><![CDATA[At Simplot, We Have Some Very Interesting Holiday Traditions]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2020 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The other day, I overheard some of my coworkers discussing the treats they will be leaving out for Santa's reindeer. I thought I better find out more, so I dug a little deeper. Later that day, I was looking through the marketing closet and found a gilded box, stuff full of letters from the North Pole. These were thank-you letters penned by real elves on behalf of each reindeer!]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How Frozen Foods Can Improve Labor and Inventory Management During COVID-19]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2020 01:35:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[With local restrictions on restaurant dining evolving as coronavirus cases spike nationwide, inventory, food costs and labor are getting harder to manage. We've addressed forecasting sales to help with scheduling your staff and managing labor in this article in more depth.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Restaurants Give Back to Communities in the Face of COVID]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/restaurants-give-back-to-communities-in-the-face-of-covid</link>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2020 19:39:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Without a doubt, 2020 has been a harrowing year for restaurants and other foodservice operators. How did they respond? Incredibly, by giving back.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Forecast Your Restaurant Sales to Help with Scheduling]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2020 23:26:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Proper scheduling to maintain labor costs has always been essential to running a restaurant business. The pandemic has made forecasting sales and scheduling your team even more challenging—we have some suggestions to help you.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[10 Ways to Build a Better Menu for Online Ordering, Delivery and Takeout]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2020 00:11:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[There are a lot of challenges in starting a delivery or takeout program. A big part of mitigating these challenges is building a menu specific to off-premise dining. Here are some things to consider that will help make your off-premise program successful.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Is the ghost model right for you?]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2020 16:59:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[If you're already tight on space in your current location and adding online orders would overwhelm your kitchen, a ghost option might be the way to go.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Differentiate or Die: How Unique Fries Help a Jersey Shore Operator Stand Out]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/kitchen-stories-stone-harbor</link>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2020 16:54:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Competition has always been stiff in the restaurant business. But it's especially tough on the Jersey Shore near Stone Harbor, New Jersey. There, dozens of operators have only 15 weeks to make the bulk of their annual profits before their summer season ends.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Purdue University Adopts Frozen Grains to Match Plant-Based Trend, Reduce Labor]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2020 16:48:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[On campus, Gen Z students mindful issues like climate change and animal welfare appreciate their environmental benefits and sustainability of plant-based, relative to other food choices. So it's no surprise many students are actively looking for plant-based dishes in their dining halls.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[10 Marketing Tips for Delivery and Takeout Programs]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2020 18:19:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[One of the biggest considerations when deciding how to offer off-premise dining is how it will impact your marketing approach. We've compiled a list of ideas and resources to help you get the word out about your delivery and takeout programs.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Faster-Cooking Fry Helps Drive-Thru Beat the Pandemic]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2020 17:46:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[For many restaurants, the order to close down during the coronavirus pandemic was crippling—but not for all. At a time when your car felt like the safest place you could be, drive-thru held a considerable advantage over their dine-in-only competition.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[6 Smart Ways to Retain More Delivery and Takeout Customers]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/6-smart-ways-to-retain-more-delivery-and-takeout-customers</link>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2020 15:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Preparing and delivering food in an off-premise format has its own set of challenges. It pays to build your programs to provide a quality experience so those customers are happy and want to order from you again.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Versatile Products Are Key for Mexican and Latin Restaurants During COVID-19]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2020 22:26:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Mexican and Latin-themed restaurants in the pandemic era have to think fast, smart, and out of the box to thrive. More than ever, it has to pencil out to work. That means narrowing your menu to best-sellers and keeping a lid on the number of products you have to stock. To earn a place in your pantry, an ingredient needs to work across many menu items and dayparts.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Recipes for Disaster: A Cooking Contest Comes to Life During COVID-19]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2020 20:45:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[When we look back on the COVID-19 pandemic, we'll remember the sinking uncertainty of February, the toilet paper shortages and panic grocery shopping of March—and the stuck-at-home creativity of making, cooking, and baking that followed.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Delivery Showdown: Comparing Third-Party Delivery Services]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2020 20:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[With ongoing uncertainty about trajectory of COVID-19, now's the time to implement takeout and delivery options with your restaurants if you haven't already.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Should you use a third party delivery service or keep it in-house?]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2020 18:12:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The first big decision you'll have to make when implementing a new takeout and delivery program is whether to keep everything in-house or work with an established third-party service that handles the customer interactions and logistics.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to set up your operation for more efficient delivery and takeout]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2020 12:47:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[According to the National Restaurant Association, the operational aspect of implementing off-premise programs is most daunting to restaurant operators. So if you're overwhelmed by getting set-up, you're not alone.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Leverage Lifestyle Diet Trends]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2020 21:56:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Paleo, Keto, Whole 30, flexitarian, vegetarian, pescatarian, vegan, gluten-free with so many emerging lifestyle diets and dietary restrictions, it can be challenging for restaurants to meet patrons' diverse requirements.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Create Better Take-n-Bake Family Meals]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/how-to-create-better-take-n-bake-family-meals</link>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2020 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[With the right products and strategy, take-n-bake family meals are a terrific way for restaurants to boost revenue and maintain customer loyalty until the pandemic passes.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Serve Up a Side of Southern Comfort]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2020 22:32:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Right now, decision fatigue is everywhere, so make it easy and irresistible for your customers. Southern comfort food is delicious, accessible, and adaptable.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Experiential Takeout Goes to the Next Level]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2020 20:10:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[As dining rooms across the country close due to the pandemic, operators are turning takeout into a memorable experience to stay connected to their customers—and stay open.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Simplot Introduces New Delivery-focused Fry That Holds 40+ Minutes]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2020 20:16:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Simplot has begun shipping a new line of fries that operators around the world have been waiting for—fries that stay crisp 40+ minutes after cooking—longer than any other fries in the industry! What's more, they can be reheated to perfection at home in the microwave by their growing base of off-premise customers]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Study: Fries Becoming Even More Important During Pandemic]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2020 23:18:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[If you're interested in keeping off-premise customers coming back during the pandemic, there's one menu item that had better be good in delivery and takeout—your fries.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Power Your Comeback with Our Free Fryday Promo Kit]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2020 18:04:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Looking for an easy-to-execute promotion to drive traffic both dine-in and off-premise? Just focus on fries, one of the most popular (and profitable) food items any menu. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Al Fresco Fries: Choosing the Right Fry for New Outdoor Seating]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2020 19:25:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[While many cities are mandating lower indoor seating capacity inside restaurants thanks to COVID-19, many are also allowing operators to add new seating areas outside—on the sidewalk, on a closed street or even an adjacent park.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[21 Delicious Ways to Use RoastWorks® Flame-Roasted Pineapple & Pepper Blend]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2020 20:17:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[For many of us, the first time we glimpsed the versatility of pineapple came with our first slice of Hawaiian pizza. The fresh burst of pineapple married to salty ham and melted cheese? Indisputable proof that pineapple is a tremendous complement to a huge range of proteins and other ingredients.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Reopening Successfully, Part 3: Optimizing Revenue and Operations]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2020 20:25:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[In Part 1, we discussed ways to improve the way you attract, train and manage labor as you restart operations. Part 2 covered the steps you can take to streamline and optimize your menu for profit. This article offers you some promotional and operational strategies to maximize your traffic and profitability.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Reopening Successfully, Part 2: Menuing Strategies]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2020 17:47:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[With seating capacity reduced by social distancing guidelines, it's going to be critical to make as much as you can from every seating and keep tables turning. Now is the time to take a hard look at your menu and make sure it's optimized for profitability and operational simplicity.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Round Up Part 2: Inspiring Ideas from Operators to Help Your Business During Crisis]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/round-up-part-2-inspiring-ideas-from-operators-to-help-your-business-during-crisis</link>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2020 19:53:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA["Comfort food" isn't just an indulgence, especially in times of social distancing. Comfort food has real, psychological and social benefits for many, and operators are shifting menus to help deliver comfort-based menu items people are craving. In Cary, N.C., operators of Postmaster, a high-end prime rib restaurant, switched to offering takeout cheeseburgers—both to meet demand for comfort food and so their margins made more sense in the age of delivery.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Reopening Successfully, Part 1: How to Manage Labor]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/reopening-successfully-part-1-a-how-to-manage-labor</link>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2020 16:18:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Maybe you closed your doors temporarily or kept a skeleton crew for takeout and delivery orders. You've made it this far. Now governors are setting dates for when restaurants can fully reopen. That's good news. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Tips for Converting Into a Retail Grocery Shop During COVID-19]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/tips-for-converting-into-a-retail-grocery-shop-during-covid-19</link>
            <guid>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/tips-for-converting-into-a-retail-grocery-shop-during-covid-19</guid>
            <pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2020 15:55:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[If you're already offering curbside takeout, why not give your customers the opportunity to pick up some of the items they can't get in their local supermarket?]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Top 10 Simplot Product Recommendations for the Deli]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/top-10-simplot-product-recommendations-for-the-deli</link>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2020 21:49:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Whether you're assembling grab-and-go meals for the cold case or continuing to offer counter service from the hot case, here are our top 10 choices.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Helpful Food Industry Links for COVID-19 Resources]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/helpful-food-industry-links-for-covid-19-resources</link>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2020 20:13:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Here are some links we've gathered from around the Internet to help keep you informed during this unprecedented time.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 Comfort Food Recipes for Delis]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/5-comfort-food-recipes-for-delis</link>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2020 19:31:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[In uncertain times like these, consumers are looking for familiar flavors and meals that help put their minds at ease, a.k.a. comfort food. The Simplot Culinary Team offers these five recipes as excellent choices for grab-and-go meals and home meal kits that your team can prepare in-store.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[9 Ways to Use Frozen Products to Offset a Labor Shortage]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/9-ways-to-use-frozen-products-to-offset-a-labor-shortage</link>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2020 18:21:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Many delis have had a sizeable portion of their staff reassigned to other parts of the store to help with things like stocking. At the same time, these departments are being asked to produce more grab-and-go offerings and meal kits than ever in response to the coronavirus crisis.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[WEBINAR: How Patron Behavior is Evolving During COVID-19]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/webinar-how-patron-behavior-is-evolving-during-covid-19</link>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2020 22:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Restaurant patrons are rapidly changing where and how they purchase food during COVID-19. But how has it changed? And what can deli departments do about it today?]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Top 10 Strategies for Supermarket Delis During COVID-19]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/top-10-strategies-for-supermarket-delis-during-covid-19</link>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2020 19:34:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Deli departments are dealing with changes to every aspect of their business as new precautions change the way you and your customers interact. And with labor being diverted to help in other parts of the store, it's more important than ever to work efficiently.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[4 Tips for Serving Better Fries Amid COVID-19]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/4-tips-for-serving-better-fries-amid-covid-19</link>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2020 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[With the current shelter-in-place orders, delivery, takeout & curbside pick-up orders are rising fast. Learn 4 key ways to serve better fries off-premise.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Round Up: Inspiring Ideas from Operators to Help Your Business During Crisis]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/round-up-inspiring-ideas-from-operators-to-help-your-business-during-crisis</link>
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            <pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2020 15:54:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[We're all pulling together to help support our operators and their communities during this unprecedented time. In every large-scale emergency, we have always been inspired by how individuals innovate and how others can take those good ideas and adapt them. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[25 Survival Strategies for Breakfast Spots and Diners]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/25-survival-strategies-for-breakfast-spots-and-diners</link>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2020 22:11:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[As we head into the second (or for some operators third) week of stay-at-home guidelines from state and federal governments, operators are reporting plummeting sales and empty dining rooms. Here Simplot Corporate Executive Chefs Roberto Roman and Michael Zeller offer timely advice for breakfast- and lunch-focused operators new to takeout, delivery and grab-and-go service.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Lessons From Katrina: How New Orleans Restaurants Rebounded—And What It Means Today]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/lessons-from-katrina</link>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2020 03:15:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[For the restaurant industry, the coronavirus has been devastating. Owners, employees and suppliers are struggling to cope with the extreme disruption and dislocation. This brought to mind another catastrophic event for Simplot rep Nick Niemenski: Hurricane Katrina.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Guide to Marketing Takeout, Delivery & Curbside]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/guide-to-marketing-delivery-takeout-curbside-pick-up</link>
            <guid>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/guide-to-marketing-delivery-takeout-curbside-pick-up</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2020 21:53:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[This short guide is designed to give you answers to these questions and more. While every restaurant is as unique as its owner, we hope this provides a jump start to help you move faster and more successfully as you get going with to-go._x000D_
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            <title><![CDATA[Tips for Converting to a Takeout and Delivery Operation During Coronavirus]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/tips-for-converting-to-a-takeout-and-delivery-operation-during-coronavirus</link>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2020 18:43:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Even as authorities have shuttered restaurants to slow the coronavirus outbreak, many are allowing takeout and delivery to continue. If delivery and takeout (including drive-thru) are new to your operation, you probably have a lot of questions.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[23 Things Foodservice Operators Can Do TODAY to Stay Open and Reduce Losses]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2020 17:56:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[If you're like most operators, your dining room is quiet (perhaps even closed), your staff is worried, and your shelves are full of food you've already paid for. What can you do right now—today—to protect your business through this crisis?]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Experiential Dining Proving to Be More Than a Fad]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/experiential-dining-proving-to-be-more-than-a-fad</link>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2020 00:52:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Remember the good old days, when having great food, great service and appealing décor were enough for a successful restaurant?]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Is 2020 the Year of the Flexitarian?]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/is-2020-the-year-of-the-flexitarian</link>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2020 00:44:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[When The Economist published its "The World in 2019," it declared 2019 to be "The Year of the Vegan." Could be The Economist was right.  If Burger King's new Impossible Burger offering is any clue, vegan and vegetarian diets are more widely followed now than ever before.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[What's the Latest in Charcuterie? French Fry Boards]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/whats-the-latest-in-charcuterie-french-fry-boards</link>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2020 00:35:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Fry charcuterie is the latest in a series of Instagram-able entertaining boards or grazing tables. The trend started with more elaborate cheese and charcuterie boards and has evolved to breakfast, candy and even taco boards.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[District Wins $500 from Simplot for Unpaid School Lunches]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/district-wins-500-from-simplot-for-unpaid-school-lunches</link>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 17 Feb 2020 18:59:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[A school district in Wisconsin becomes the latest recipient of a $500 scholarship to reduce their unpaid school lunch debt.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[K-12 Seasoning Recommendations for new Conquest® Crispy Potato Strips]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/k-12-seasoning-recommendations-for-new-conquest-crispy-potato-strips</link>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2020 19:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Looking for inspiration? Here are some top flavors we recommend for the new Conquest® Crispy Potato Strips.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Make Your Bids More Successful]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/how-to-make-your-bids-more-successful</link>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2020 19:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Bid Season is upon us once again and bidding remains a challenge for most districts. Complying with regulations is important, but hardly your only task; bids need to be carefully structured to ensure you're getting the items and service that most effectively support your menus and menu cycles.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Sustainably Simplot: Reducing Our Water Consumption in a Thirsty World]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2020 22:32:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[At Simplot Food, our mission is to feed the world by bringing Earth's resources to life. The fact that agriculture accounts for about 80% of total U.S. water consumption (90% in western states) places a large share of responsibility for ensuring future water availability squarely on food producers like us.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[New Fry Shapes Power Competitive Advantage]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 22 Jan 2020 17:09:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Making sure your fries wow your customers is obviously critical to your long-term success. And when it comes to turning heads, fries with unconventional shapes are attracting more attention than ever these days.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[USDA Final Rule Loosens Milk, Sodium, Whole Grain Requirements]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/usda-final-rule-loosens-milk-sodium-whole-grain-requirements</link>
            <guid>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/usda-final-rule-loosens-milk-sodium-whole-grain-requirements</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2019 17:13:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Nearly two years after the comment period ended, with more than 86,000 comments submitted, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has made changes to some of the nutritional targets in its original rule.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Now Here's a Test That Students Actually Like! ]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 13 Dec 2019 22:07:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Serving 104,000 students breakfast and lunch is what the Shelby County Nutrition Services does every day. With that many students to feed, you need to get it right!]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Simplot Helping Battle School Lunch Debt]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 13 Dec 2019 21:56:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Having unpaid student meal debt is common these days, both for students and school districts.  Learn how Simplot Food Group is committing to lend a hand.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Top 4 Vegetable Trends for 2020]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/top-4-vegetable-trends-for-2020</link>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 13 Dec 2019 17:55:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[When the clock strikes midnight in a couple of weeks, millions of Americans will resolve to eat better and try to consume more fruits and vegetables.  While many of these resolutions will be broken, the growing popularity of vegetables and plant-based dishes is proving far more durable.  ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[RECALL NOTICE]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2019 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[SIMPLOT CLASSIC VEGETABLES-BLEND MIX VEG 5WAY 12/2.5# 
SKU: 10071179188117

Boise, ID- The JR Simplot Company is voluntarily recalling approximately 142 cases of its Simplot Classic Vegetables - Blend Mix Veg 5way 12/2.5# because it may contain undeclared soybeans (edamame). People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to soybeans run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Trend Feast: Three Easy Strategies for Making Kids' Meals Healthier]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 15 Sep 2019 01:02:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[One of the most popular trends on kids’ menus for 2018 is the addition of healthy menu items. And, surprise—it’s not the kids who demanding these items—it’s their moms. Why should you care?]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Trend Feast: How to Keep Kids' Menus Profitable]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/trend-feast-how-to-keep-kids-menus-profitable</link>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 15 Sep 2019 01:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Oftentimes, operators use kids’ menus as a “loss leader,” selling kids’ menu items below cost to attract parents. The hope is to make up the difference—and then some—on the parents’ meals and drinks.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[On Game Day, You Bet on Team Vegetables]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 15 Sep 2019 00:59:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Americans know they should eat more vegetables, and honestly, they're trying. Thirty-four percent of consumers are ordering healthy items more often than they did two years ago. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[8 Reasons Frozen Vegetables and Potatoes Make More Sense than Fresh]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/8-reasons-frozen-vegetables-and-potatoes-make-more-sense-than-fresh</link>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 06 Sep 2019 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[When I first started working in restaurant kitchens, a big-deal chef told me something I have never forgotten. He pointed to a somewhat questionable side of asparagus I was plating and said, "to us, this is one of 400 covers. But to the guy sitting at table 8, this is his one and only dinner.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Indulgent Vegan Dishes That Feed the Soul]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/indulgent-vegan-dishes-that-feed-the-soul</link>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 14 Aug 2019 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Vegan is now cool. How did we go from boring and bland to luscious and hip? Lots of reasons, but one clear driving factor, the new plant-based protein options just taste good, and consumers just feel better about eating them.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Do Restaurant Loyalty Programs Really Work?]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/do-restaurant-loyalty-programs-really-work</link>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 01 Jul 2019 20:25:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[How loyal are your customers? Chances are, not very. According to one study, 43% of diners said they spend less than 25% of their total 30-day restaurant budget at their favorite restaurants. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Trending Now: International Flavors for Kids' Meals]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/trending-now-international-flavors-for-kids-meals</link>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 27 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[As a school foodservice director, you're always fighting to increase your school meal participation. One answer? Keep your menu relevant to new generations of students.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Local Flavor Trends: How Can They Fit In Your Menu?]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/local-flavor-trends-how-can-they-fit-in-your-menu</link>
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            <pubDate>Sat, 15 Jun 2019 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Once flavors hit the mainstream, seems like customers just can't wait to try them.  What's hitting the mainstream now are tomato jam, charred items and Nashville hot. Breakfast, lunch or dinner, there's a way to incorporate these new in-demand flavors into your menu.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Handle Bad Reviews Online: Lessons You Can Learn From Other Businesses and Mistakes on Popular Review Sites]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 27 May 2019 06:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[If you ignore a bad review or post a retaliatory response, your current (and potential) customers aren't going to look favorably at you or your business.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Lifecycle of Flavors:  From Unknown to Mainstream]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/lifecycle-of-flavors-from-unknown-to-mainstream</link>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 19 May 2019 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[New flavor profiles don't just appear suddenly, they start out with very low adoption and grow into menu standards. In a process that generally takes years, what is now mainstream likely once was a food you never heard of, or at least, never saw on a restaurant menu.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Why Your Restaurant Should Have Special Limited Time Offers and How to Advertise Them the Right Way]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2019 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Are you hoping to attract new, or more, clients to your restaurant? Fresh ideas could be just what you need to drive more people through your doors. Use these simple tips to help you promote LTOs that will not only bring in new customers but will get your regulars to expand their dining horizons.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[C & U Best Practice:  Frozen, Fresh or Canned? ]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/c-u-best-practice-frozen-fresh-or-canned</link>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2019 05:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Popeye nailed it in 1929 when he started telling generations of kids to eat their spinach if they wanted to be strong! ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Healthy Indulgence: Catering to Patrons Who Want It All]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/healthy-indulgence-catering-to-patrons-who-want-it-all</link>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 08 Apr 2019 09:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[As Americans, we are chock full of competing desires. We love big cars, but we want them to be fuel efficient. We want to get in shape, but exercise is hard. Food is no exception here. Americans are trying to eat more fruits and vegetables these days, but surprise! We aren't quite ready to give up the indulgent foods we love.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Pro Tip for K-12: Roasting Meadow Blend Vegetables]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/pro-tip-for-k12-roasting-meadow-blend-vegetables</link>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 01 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Our April recipe feature comes from Heather Lyman, Kitchen Manager at Ellis High school in Ellis, Kansas.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[K-12 Best Practice: Frozen, Fresh or Canned?]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/k-12-best-practice-frozen-fresh-or-canned</link>
            <guid>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/k-12-best-practice-frozen-fresh-or-canned</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 08 Mar 2019 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Starting a life-long habit of eating fruits and vegetables in childhood leads to healthy eating as adults.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Making School Lunches as Good as Eating Out]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/making-school-lunches-as-good-as-eating-out</link>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 15 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[It's a battle for many parents, getting their children to eat and getting them to eat the right foods. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Breakfast for Dinner? The Blurring of Dayparts Continues]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/breakfast-for-dinner-the-blurring-of-dayparts-continues</link>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 13 Feb 2019 09:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Breakfast foods aren't particularly rebellious most of the time—crispy fried eggs and buttery toast, pancakes stacked high, served with bacon and plenty of syrup.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Walkables/Carryables/Deliverables: How to Take on More Takeout]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/walkables-carryables-deliverables-how-to-take-on-more-takeout</link>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 13 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The statistics are staggering: 86% of consumers are using eating off-premise at least monthly. And a third are using it more than they did a year ago. Even more exciting is that food delivery is expected to grow in the double digits—12% per year over the next five years.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Commodity Processing for Frozen Potatoes]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/should-you-consider-commodity-processing-for-your-frozen-potatoes</link>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 30 Jan 2019 21:27:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[If your district isn't taking advantage of the USDA's commodity processing program, you're not alone. Only about 25% of K12 sales are made through this program. Why? Many districts simply aren't aware of the savings and logistical advantages of commodity processing for popular items like French fries. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Social Media for K-12 Nutrition Programs]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/social-media-for-k12-nutrition-programs</link>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 10 Jan 2019 21:19:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[How to use social media to get the word out about what's happening in your school nutrition program.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[The Secret's in the Sauce]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/the-secrets-in-the-sauce</link>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 10 Jan 2019 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Serving Up A Talent Pipeline]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 08 Nov 2018 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[With a continuous need for workers, you need a plan that gives you the resources to fill openings quickly and retain the great workers you have already. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Foster Innovation Culture (and Have Fun Doing It)]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/how-to-foster-innovation-culture</link>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 30 Oct 2018 21:09:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[When we think of innovators, we often imagine the stereotypical lonely inventor, toiling away in an obscure laboratory until he or she hits on a brilliant idea that leads to fame and fortune.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Roasted/Charring Menu Trends]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/roasted-charring-menu-trends</link>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 01 Oct 2018 14:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Learn why roasting and charring are becoming this fall's hottest techniques.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Rise of the Super Bowl ]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 17 Sep 2018 07:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[From ancient to classic, and quinoa to wild rice, grain bowls are showing up on menus everywhere.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Holidays to Go]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 19 Aug 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Should you offer delivery and carry-out for your patron's holiday favorites?]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[4 Hot Menu Trends for Fall 2018]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 01 Aug 2018 09:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[As seasons change, so do the trends in foodservice. Thankfully, our Simplot Culinary Team was busy over the summer, pinpointing the latest menu trends and coming up with their own list of recommendations to help you stay on par with your off-campus competition. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Trend Feast: Is Your Kids' Menu Helping or Hurting?]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jun 2018 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Loading Up Fries in a Whole New International Way]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 12 Jun 2018 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Maybe it started with the Canadian poutine, or the English gravy on chips, but whatever started the trend, you know loaded fries are here to stay! ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[By the Numbers: How Do Your Labor Costs Stack Up?]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 01 Jun 2018 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 20 May 2018 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Employee turnover— it's inevitable. Attracting, hiring and training new employees is expensive, time-consuming, can reduce service quality and potentially leaves holes in your schedules. And with the cost of hiring and training a new restaurant staff as much as $3500, keeping your employees is critical to a solid bottom line.]]></description>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 07 May 2018 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[The 5 Best Places to Cut Your Labor Costs with Frozen Products]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 04 Apr 2018 05:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[With a strong economy and higher minimum wage laws, operators are under pressure to find new ways to control their labor costs. For some, this has led to the adoption of new technologies like self-service POS devices, even robots in hotels that deliver room service orders.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Download Our FREE Idea Starters]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 02 Mar 2018 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 19 Jan 2018 05:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[With a continuous need for workers, you need a plan that gives you the resources to fill openings quickly and retain the great workers you have already. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Please Don't: 6 Things to Avoid in Restaurant Loyalty Programs]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jan 2018 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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