Axel Schwan has been with Restaurant Brands International for eight years.

Money assisted several nonprofit organizations to improve childhood nutrition.

On the lookout for the latest and greatest cooking techniques.

‘Premiumize’ heat-and-eat meats with the taste of toasted cheese

Technomic finds 66 percent of consumers purchase prepared foods from retail at least three times a month.

Restaurant operators will refine processes and redefine the segment.

The year’s challenges included lawsuits and grassroots campaigns.

California-based Fresh n’ Lean caters to healthful consumers.

Marinades, brines and dry rubs help processors give meat more flavor.

The category could face new challenges in 2020.