Features
Qdoba exec to speak about restaurant evolution at one-day QSR event
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Kyle Moses, Senior Director, Operations Services & Training & Development for Qdoba, will speak at #QSRNext on Nov. 8. The half-day event is designed for the…
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#QSRNext Keynote: Unlocking the secrets of menu innovation with Frisch's CEO
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
James Walker, CEO of Frisch's, will give the keynote address on menu innovation at the #QSRNext half-day event for restaurant executives on Nov. 8 at 10 a.m.
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Haven Hot Chicken wins The Perfect Pitch at the Fast Casual Executive Summit 2023
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Haven Hot Chicken won The Perfect Pitch concept competition at the Fast Casual Executive Summit in Louisville, Kentucky on Oct. 9.
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How restaurants can attract, retain top talent in a tight job market
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Hiring and retention are still issues in the industry, but things are looking up. One expert offers insight and tips on the restaurant hiring landscape.
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How diversity became Shake Shack's key ingredient
by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator
Shake Shack set big goals for diversity. At the Fast Casual Executive Summit, Idris Stover, director of diversity, equity inclusion and engagement, discussed…
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Scooter's Coffee exec: 'The whole point of innovation is growth'
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Nathan Lester, senior director, drive-thru innovations for Scooter’s Coffee, spoke about pairing innovation and growth during the keynote address kicking off…
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How White Castle, Clutch Coffee fixing drive-thru issues
by Daniel Brown — Editor, Networld Media Group
With emerging technologies, including AI, changing the look and feel of the drive-thru experience, operators are future-proofing their operations
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Transforming your old restaurant: Expert insights on nailing the perfect makeover
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
When a QSR starts to feel tired and out of touch with contemporary dining trends, it's essential to implement a well-thought-out strategy to breathe new life…
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AI won't replace restaurant employees, it will make CX better
by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator
A panel at the Interactive Customer Experience Summit in Charlotte from Sept. 11 to 13 tackled AI head on and how its real benefit is to improve the customer…
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Should restaurants enter the Metaverse?
by cooper, Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator
What is the metaverse good for? A panel at the Interactive Customer Experience Summit debated this topic.
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Redefining QSRs: How PDQ journeyed to superior quality, service
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
PDQ - short for People Dedicated to Quality - has 63 traditional units as well as sports arenas and airport locations. The brand is a people-first…
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How to cut costs with delivery
by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator
Third party delivery got big during COVID-19 but can also cost restaurants a lot. How can restaurants save money?
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How Dave's Hot Chicken wins with authenticity
by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator
Dave's Hot Chicken went from a parking lot pop-up to a fast casual juggernaut. The opening keynote at the Interactive Customer Experience Summit in Charlotte…
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Checkers & Rally's rolls out Spanish AI at drive-thrus
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Checkers & Rally's has released Spanish AI at the drive-thru in conjunction with Hi Auto. The brand added English AI to its drive-thrus last year.
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Subway confirms sale to Roark Capital
Subway has sold to Roark Capital for an undisclosed amount.
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'It's a revolution': Jars by Fabio Viviani brings playfulness back to desserts
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Jars by Fabio Viviani is a dessert concept that could be coming to a town near you. Though the brand has one unit open in Chicago, it has sold more than a…
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Del Taco launches unit inside Circus Circus Hotel & Casino
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Del Taco has lauched a unit inside the Circus Circus in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Mexican QSR brand plans a unit in the Excalibur soon.
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Introducing FastCasual's 2023 Perfect Pitchers
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
Founders of Haven Hot Chicken, Mahana Fresh, Pizzawala, Pucci Brothers Fresh Italian and Sankranti Indian Kitchen will take the stage on Oct. 9 to pitch their…
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Savvy Sliders' heavy growth potential makes it a QSR standout
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Savvy Sliders is making a name for itself with fresh, never frozen all-beef sliders, hand-breaded chicken strips and hand-spun milkshakes. Company officials…
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American consumers in no mood to give up daily coffee
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
Americans are still gulping down the coffee despite increasing costs and concerns about inflation.
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