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December 26, 2025

Seasonal LTO Menus

As restaurant chains head into the new year, one thing is clear: traffic growth is harder to earn, discounting is riskier, and customers are more intentional about when and where they dine. In this environment, seasonal limited-time offers (LTOs) are no longer “menu novelties.” They are one of the most reliable levers brands have to create urgency, relevance, and repeat visits.

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December 23, 2025

Geo-Targeted Foodservice Campaigns

Foodservice sales has always been a coverage game. Brokers prioritize their biggest opportunities. Sales teams focus on accounts most likely to close. And as a result, large portions of a brand’s potential footprint never hear the story—despite being a perfect fit for the product.

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August 26, 2025

What’s In Store For Chain Menus In 2026

The Flavor Experience is known as the premier annual gathering of top chain menu developers. Led by Flavor & The Menu Publisher and Editor-In-Chief Cathy Holley and Managing Editor Katie Ayoub.

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July 31, 2025

How Manufacturers Can Solve Foodservice Operator Pain Points To Sell More

At Creative Energy, we’ve been helping food manufacturers and suppliers sell more into the foodservice channel for 33 years.

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