White Castle Expands Summer Menu with Garlic Parm Chicken Slider, New Veggie Option

White Castle is expanding its lineup with limited-time specials and new menu items aimed at driving traffic this summer.

Starting June 15, participating White Castle restaurants will offer the new Garlic Parm Chicken Slider, a Crispy Chicken Slider topped with crispy onions and roasted garlic parmesan sauce made with Parmesan, Asiago and Romano cheeses. The item will be available through Aug. 23, or while supplies last, starting at $2.59.

White Castle is also featuring the sandwich in a $6.99...

Beyond Meat(R) Partners With Karen Carney to Drive Summer Demand for Tasty, Plant-Based Meals

Beyond Meat, Inc, a leader in plant-based meat, today announces a new UK ambassador partnership with Karen Carney, one of Britain's most respected sporting voices and a leading advocate for women's health, performance and confidence.

The partnership will see Karen front a series of national, seasonal and food-led media moments, including tasty recipe content, match-day and BBQ inspiration in the run up to this summer's big football tournament. Together, the activity is designed to inspire meat-reducers...

ANALYSIS: Supply Constraints Continue to Support a Firm Plant Protein Market  

Supply constraints due to tariffs and rising input costs continue to support firm prices in the plant protein market. Particularly for pea protein, as countries including the US and Canada have placed anti-dumping tariffs on Chinese imports. The European Union is conducting a similar investigation, with a preliminary decision expected by March.  

In Europe, players anticipate the market to rely on imports from alternative origins if Chinese tariffs take effect because local production will be...

Kroger Adds 24 New Items to Simple Truth™ Protein Line

As health and wellness continue to drive dining and purchasing trends, consumers are increasingly looking for ways to strengthen their nutrition, adding protein wherever possible.

In response, brands and foodservice operators are finding new ways to manipulate macros and help consumers pack in more protein without sacrificing taste or affordability.

"As customers focus on their wellness goals in the new year, they are looking for high-quality options that fit their lifestyles and budgets," said Ann Reed, Group Vice President of Our Brands at Kroger.