Against a backdrop of uncertainty, people are searching for new sources of control and stability. Where science and ancient wisdom have been conventionally pitted against one another, many are moving towards an integrated approach to authority that draws from the best of both worlds.

From decentralised autonomous organisations (DAOs) run on Discord to city-wide mutual aid groups, people are finding safety and optimism in numbers. For growing numbers of people, collective action is emerging as the only viable solution to compounding crises and deepening alienation.

Casual dining restaurants faced a grave threat during the pandemic, one that many people thought would spell the end for the whole industry. In 2022, though, casual dining restaurants are back. How did they survive the pandemic? And what can brands learn from their success?

Self-taught chefs are finding virtual success on TikTok as users embrace their accessible cooking videos and celebrate their relatability. Thanks to their fans, these chefs are sidestepping the traditional route to culinary success, typifying a new kind of career pipeline made possible by the app.

In an effort to tackle the obesity crisis, the UK government has introduced legislation requiring all larger restaurants, cafes, and takeaways to display calorific content on their dishes. While many have criticised the law for its blunt approach, how will it affect people’s choices when eating out?

McDonald’s has teamed up with IBM to facilitate the execution and growth of the fast food giant’s Automated Order Technology. This partnership hints at the growing value of convenience and hygiene among diners, but what are the benefits and drawbacks of fully digitized restaurant services?