Chicagoans’ Coffee Habits Feed Restaurant Industry Business Void

Chicago's food industry is thriving due to the city's coffee lovers, who have proven themselves creatures of habit. Good deals and loyalty programs are feeding the morning ritual. The coffee industry sees a wealth of investment in Chicago, by such companies as Luxembourg’s JAB Holding, which owns Panera Bread and Krispy Kreme, and has acquired majority stakes in Caribou Coffee and Peet's Coffee (Chicago Tribune).