Paws-itive Inspiration: Meet Lucky, the Mini Goldendoodle
Rachael Volz—CEO and owner of A Fare Extraordinaire, The Revaire, and Goodie Rentals in Houston—introduces CFE News readers to Lucky, the sweet goldendoodle who lives up to his name.
The Brown Derby’s Grapefruit Cake
A recipe from the iconic Brown Derby restaurant, reprinted with permission from “Citrus, Illustrated” by George Geary, Chronicle Books, 2026
Study Ranks Top States for Culinary Industry Growth
Texas leads the nation for the most projected culinary industry jobs by 2032, according to a study by Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts.
The state-by-state breakdown analyzed national and state-level employment projections, comparing projected trends and actual growth across all 50 states.
How Explora Journeys Creates Luxury Dining at Sea
With à la minute execution, a vast array of house-made products and sophisticated supply-chain leverage, Explora Journeys—the luxury cruise line launched by MSC Group—is making culinary identity a central pillar of the brand. Guests won’t find any mass-produced, boring buffet lines here. Instead they’ll discover an all-day dining venue modeled after a European food hall, with 17 chef-attended live stations—and much more.
Expert Safety Tips: Understanding Fire Hazards in Your Kitchen
In 2021, more than 398,000 people in the U.S. needed medical care for burns, according to the CDC, and a claims-based analysis from 2020 reported 698,555 burn-related insurance claims. Meanwhile, the latest data shows that 8,000 fires break out at restaurants every year.
Event Spotlight: Landmark Experiences Caters Mubadala Citi DC Open
What does it take to feed more than 80,000 guests, athletes, media and VIPs at one of the oldest and most prestigious tennis tournaments in the U.S.? For Landmark Experiences, the feat involved careful advance planning and thoughtful collaborations with local standout chefs.
Last July, Landmark Experiences delivered the robust F&B program at the Mubadala Citi DC Open. A newly launched initiative from Elior North America’s Dining & Events, Landmark specializes in large-scale, high-profile events and brings together sister brands including Constellation Culinary Group, Abigail Kirsch and Design Cuisine.
How a Small New Jersey Caterer and Deli Has Survived and Thrived for 50 Years
How does a small foodservice business stay in business for half a century? DeMarco’s Catering & Gourmet Deli in Aberdeen,
Airport Dining Locations Earn Certified Green Restaurant Status
Leading North American airport restaurateur and retailer Paradies Lagardère announced that more than 98.5% of the company’s 213 airport dining locations have earned the Certified Green Restaurant status from the Green Restaurant Association (GRA), a national nonprofit that has been helping restaurants become more environmentally sustainable since 1990.
What Wedding Pros Predict for 2026: 8 Trends to Watch
2026 weddings are leaning into “more”: more color, more sparkle, more personalization and more fun. To see what couples are gravitating toward, CFE News asked wedding experts across the U.S. to share what they’re seeing from clients right now. We’ve rounded up their insights into eight trends that can help caterers and event pros plan for the year ahead.
Event Spotlight: Black Hills State University International Food Festival
The International Students Organization and Sodexo at BHSU proved it’s a small world after all with its annual International Food Festival in November 2025. Students representing nine countries—and one international BHSU staff member—prepared dishes from their home cultures alongside Sodexo chefs, offering attendees an opportunity to experience personal recipes tied to home and heritage.