Portillo’s newest LTO desserts feature a sprinkle of Funfetti The restaurant chain’s new sweets incorporate the Pillsbury sprinkles. SF&WB Staff March 9, 2026 Known for its Chicago-style hot dogs, the company also offers a range of desserts and limited-time seasonal items.Read More
Krispy Kreme serves up St. Patrick's Day doughnuts The baked goods will be available March 10-17 at participating shops. SF&WB Staff March 9, 2026 The brand is also heralding the return of its Green O’riginal Glazed Doughnuts, available individually and by the dozen.Read More
Hero Bread introduces burrito-size tortillas The bakery item is used at more than 215 foodservice locations. Liz Parker Kuhn March 6, 2026 The launch brings the company's better-for-you approach to the format its consumers have been asking for.Read More
Crumbl announces its Pi Day lineup The company will offer two treats for the "holiday." SF&WB Staff March 6, 2026 To celebrate 3/14, the brand will be releasing a Cookie Dough Pie (available the full week), plus a bonus pie flavor, for one day only.Read More
OSF Flavors debuts Peach Vanilla Cobbler flavor The new product has been designed for cross-category innovation. SF&WB Staff March 6, 2026 Based on the classic American dessert, the ingredient is formulated for bakery and dessert applications.Read More
Paris Baguette announces 400th location, new facility The chain is breaking ground on its first North American manufacturing warehouse. SF&WB Staff March 4, 2026 The global bakery café franchise climbs Entrepreneur's Franchise 500, breaks ground on $200M Texas facility, and welcomes new COO Zac Sulma.Read More
Middleby names CEO, COO of spin-off business The brand's Food Processing Group will become an independent company in Q2 2026. SF&WB Staff March 4, 2026 The company's current president will assume the CEO role upon completion of the transaction.Read More
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory reveals growth strategy The brand plans to expand availability through Instacart, DoorDash, and more. Candy Industry Staff March 3, 2026 The company is expanding its digital marketplace and catering access to increase consumer touchpoints, strengthen unit economics, and support data-driven growth.Read More
Fun Friday: IHOP National Pancake Day, Pret A Manger 2016 pricing, McAlister's Deli ‘pickle theory’ Nature's Path celebrates 16 years with nationwide giveback. Liz Parker Kuhn February 27, 2026 Beautiful by Dream Barrymore is teaming up with Milk Bar to launch an LTO Shortbread Baking Mix, created with founder Christina Tosi.Read More
NYC's Di Fara Pizza expands its frozen lineup The product will be available at 1,800 Target locations and 10 retailers in total. Liz Parker Kuhn February 25, 2026 All four flavors will be available nationwide, including Classic Cheese, Vodka Sauce, Pepperoni, and Three Meat.Read More