Defending Masters champion Rory McIlroy has unveiled the menu for the 2026 Masters Champions Dinner, featuring upscale dishes such as wagyu filet and a yellowfin tuna inspired by Le Bernardin. He highlighted that this dish is a staple of his visits to Le Bernardin, and Augusta National chefs collaborated with the restaurant's team to authentically recreate it for the Champions Dinner. The menu also includes bacon-wrapped dates, grilled elk sliders and a selection of wines, including a 2015 Salon Brut Champagne and a 1990 Chateau Lafite Rothschild.

From breakfast to late-night bites, Fieldstone^® Bakery offers individually wrapped snacks that fit every menu. Easy to serve, easy to stock, and always a crowd-pleaser for healthcare, higher education and more.

Somni in West Hollywood, Calif., offers a $1,000 Spanish-influenced tasting menu, earning three Michelin stars. Chef Aitor Zabala's 20-course experience emphasizes transparency and equity among staff, with courses that include caviar, truffle creations and Spanish turbot.

Andrew Sutton, the longtime culinary director behind Disneyland Resort's acclaimed restaurants, has departed the company, ending a 26-year run that began in April 2000, during which he became known for elevating Disneyland Resort's dining scene and guiding the culinary direction of its signature restaurants. In 2017, Sutton introduced 21 Royal, a lavish $18,000 multi-course dining experience situated above New Orleans Square in Disneyland. Sutton's exit, confirmed by Disneyland officials in March 2026, follows other high-profile leadership changes at Disney.

Fourth-graders at a Columbus, Ohio, school successfully lobbied for better cafeteria syrup by writing letters and circulating a petition. Superintendent Todd Meyer organized a syrup taste test, leading to the selection of a new syrup now served districtwide. The initiative has served as a practical lesson in civic engagement for students.

A study in BMJ Neurology suggests that the MIND diet, which emphasizes leafy greens, fatty fish and berries, may help to slow brain aging. The study tracked more than 1,600 adults over 12 years and found that those who followed the MIND diet closely had brains that appeared 2.5 years younger on MRI scans, compared with those who did not follow the diet as regularly. The diet was found to be especially beneficial for older adults.

The new food pyramid released in early 2026 reverses the traditional structure by placing protein, full-fat dairy, and what officials describe as "healthy fats" at the top, while shifting whole grains to the bottom. Registered dietitian Shana Spence and diabetes specialist Dr. Sarah Kim reviewed the newly released guidelines, highlighting the ongoing debate about optimal nutrition and the scientific considerations behind the new recommendations.

Kansas State University has received a $401,802 Rapid Outcomes from Agricultural Research grant from the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research to develop a vaccine targeting H5N1 in cattle and swine. The rapid funding aims to equip producers with urgently needed tools to protect livestock, support biosecurity and safeguard the food supply amid ongoing animal health threats.

Toastique, a fast casual cafe founded in 2018, has claimed the top spot in Datassential's 2026 report of emerging foodservice chains. Kyuramen, an authentic Japanese ramen concept with 46 US units, ranked second, and The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, The Peach Cobbler Factory and 7 Brew rounded out the top five. Key emerging trends among top foodservice chains in 2026 include easily scalable concepts, specialized menus, global cuisine and experiential dining.

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, to-go cocktails have transitioned from a temporary lifeline for struggling bars and restaurants into a permanent part of the American dining landscape. As of this year, over 30 states have enacted laws allowing restaurants and bars to sell cocktails for takeout or delivery, a move that was once seen as a short-term measure. Before the pandemic "it would have taken five to 10 years or more to have this many states pass laws that change alcohol policy so significantly," said National Restaurant Association lobbyist Mike Whatley.