FastCasual producing restaurant catering workshop with Erle Dardick’s OPGA

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

The Restaurant Catering Workshop will provide a blueprint for restaurant operators focused on catapulting catering sales.

Networld Media Group partnering with The International Foodservice Manufacturers Association

Fast Casual’s parent company aligns with IFMA to bring the food-away-from-home ecosystem closer together.

7 ways to reduce food safety violations in restaurants

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Food safety should be a culture in restaurants. Training and retraining falls on management to make sure restaurants are on the up and up during inspections.

Long John Silver’s, Blaze Pizza, Slim Chickens execs talk expansion, real estate

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Restaurants executives from Long John SIlver's, Moxie, Slim Chickens and Blaze Pizza talked about expansion and the state of restaurant real estate at the…

TikTok a powerful call-to-action tool for restaurant operators

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Three TikTok experts led a panel discussion on using the social media platform at the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit in Kansas City.

Slice House by Tony Gemignani takes top honors at Pizza Marketplace Top 100 Movers & Shakers event

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Slice House has awarded over 139 franchise agreements since the brand began franchising last year.

Checkers & Rally's franchisee has nearly 4 decades of experience

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Sam Chand owns 31 Checkers & Rally's locations. Finding real estate to accommodate a double drive-thru is his biggest challenge.

Self-order kiosks keep Brooklyn 'video game restaurant' in the black

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Self-order kiosks have helped allow Action Burger to expand as video game restaurant. Customers pay with credit or cash at three self-serve kiosks.

8 restaurant marketing strategies for 2024

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Consider these eight tips for restaurant marketing strategies.

Little Caesars efficient POD Program attractive to franchisees

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Little Caesars has launched a modular unit program that is eco-friendly and attractive to potential franchisees. The inaugural POD location in Keokuk, Iowa…

6 staff retention strategies for modern restaurants

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Staff retention strategies don't have to be tough, but they do need to be effective. Consider these six strategies to retain top restaurant staff.

Summit attendees supporting human trafficking relief org

Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit attendees will work together for one hour to create over 2,000 hygiene kits stocked with necessities including…

Shake Shack, Chick N Max, Salad Collective to talk modern delivery at Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Executives from Shake Shack, Salad Collective and Chick N Max will discuss the future of delivery at the Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit in Kansas…

Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken launches prototype to roll out this year

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken has launched a prototype that will begin rolling out in stores in 2024. With dual drive-thru lanes and an online ordering pick-up…

Applebee's, Mooyah, The Great Greek analyzing CX data to increase comp sales

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Executives from Applebee's, Mooyah and The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill reveal how their teams use customer data to increase traffic.

Big Dave's Cheesesteaks thrives on culture, customer service, training

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Derrick Hayes has three pillars for his cheesesteak brand: customer service, tight training and strict adherence to the brand's culture. Big Dave's…

Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit session to explore scaling up by franchising

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

"Scaling Up: From Small Start-up to Full Growth Mode" is a session at the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit, which will be held March 42-26 in…

Instacart hosting 'Curtailing Kitchen Chaos' at Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Register here by Feb. 23 for the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit to receive the early bird discount.

Dave's Hot Chicken, Biscuit Belly leaders share operations advice

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Top restaurant brand leaders at Dave’s Hot Chicken and Biscuit Belly provide insight on everything from growing a brand to smart hiring approaches during a…

Experts make predictions for restaurant operations in 2024

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Restaurant brands and industry experts weigh in on trends expected for the new year.