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Keep up with the latest topics in the food & beverage industry with the SIAL America Blog. Get insights on consumer trends, industry tips, and information from all industry viewpoints (retail, food services, distribution, manufacturing, food processing, etc.). Featuring related news and data about all product categories at SIAL America, we provide valuable information to our network of industry professionals. New articles are posted weekly.
The A-to-Z Guide to Eco-Friendly Food Packaging

The A-to-Z Guide to Eco-Friendly Food Packaging

Human concerns related to plastics include their accumulation in landfills and oceans, the formation of micro and nano plastics, and exposure of humans to toxins when chemicals from packaging leach into the food. In addition to the toxic chemicals knowingly used to...

Should You Invest in Ghost Kitchens?

Should You Invest in Ghost Kitchens?

Should You Invest in Ghost Kitchens?     While consumers will still patronize dine-in establishments, many prefer home delivery services over traditional restaurant experiences. With the demand for food delivery growing, many restaurateurs are looking to invest in...

6 Food Delivery Trends to Watch For in 2023

6 Food Delivery Trends to Watch For in 2023

For anyone who thought food delivery was a big deal in 2020, just wait as 2023 gets into full swing. This is the year that experts expect this industry to take off, thanks to the food delivery trends coming into place to create the ideal conditions for growth. This...

6 Characteristics of the Perfect Drive-Thru Restaurant

6 Characteristics of the Perfect Drive-Thru Restaurant

Drive-thru restaurant sales make up 70% of fast food sales in the U.S. During Q2 of 2020, drive-thru visits increased by 26%, causing them to become some restaurants' primary source of revenue. While many restaurants were closing their doors in 2020, many drive-thru...