Panda Express partners with Fortnite Creative, Roblox

July 28, 2025

Panda Express has partnered with Media AOR The Many and playable media leader Super League to drop its Hot Orange Chicken dishes into immersive in-game…

Nominations now open for Pizza Marketplace's 'Pizza Brands to Watch 2026' report

July 25, 2025

Pizza Marketplace's annual Pizza Brands to Watch 2026 report will highlight pizza brands of note. The nomination deadline is August 15.

Bojangles partners with Alyath for EV charging stations

July 25, 2025

Southern restaurant chain Bojangles has inked a partnership with Smart Big Box, Alyath EV and Energy and Environment Design Services to install turnkey…

Jack in the Box brings back limited-edition space-flavored Coca-Cola product

July 25, 2025

Jack in the Box is bringing back Coca-Cola Starlight, a limited edition Coke product from 2022.

Wendy's to expand across Italy, Armenia

July 25, 2025

The Wendy's Company has inked two franchise agreements that will add up to 190 restaurants across Italy and Armenia.

Speaker Spotlight: Andy Huang, VP/COO, L&L Hawaiian Barbecue

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

Andy Huang, VP/COO, L&L Hawaiian Barbecue is one of dozens of panelists participating in the upcoming Fast Casual Executive Summit.

Krispy Kreme partners with Crocs for limited-edition Classic Clog

July 24, 2025

Krispy Kreme has partnered with Crocs for the limited edition Krispy Kreme x Crocs Classic Clogs.

Andy's Frozen Custard intros drink category

July 24, 2025

Andy's Frozen Custard has launched a drink category called Andy's Soda Shoppe.

Whataburger marks 75th anniversary with 75-cent burger deal

July 24, 2025

Whataburger is commemorating its 75th year of operation by offering rewards members a classic Whataburger for 75 cents on National Whataburger Day, Aug. 8.

Del Taco launching phased reopening of corporate-owned Denver locations

July 23, 2025

Del Taco is launching the phased reopening of 17 Del Taco corporate-owned locations across the Denver area. The rollout began June 21 and will continue…

Wendy's partners with Wednesday Addams to create Meal of Misfortune

July 23, 2025

Wendy's has teamed up with Addams Family outcast Wednesday Addams to create a signature meal.

Marco's Pizza celebrates international milestones

July 22, 2025

Ohio-based Marco's Pizza is celebrating major milestones in its international strategy, marking one year since it opened its first location in Mexico and 1…

Subway names Jonathan Fitzpatrick as CEO

July 22, 2025

Sandwich brand Subway has named Jonathan Fitzpatrick, president and CEO of Driven Brands, as its chief executive officer. He takes position as of July 28…

A&W marketing leader's diverse background plays role in brand strategy

In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, host Mandy Detwiler, editor of QSRweb and Pizza Marketplace, chats with Amanda Potts, vice president of…

Cold Stone Creamery eyes Philadelphia for growth

July 18, 2025

Cold Stone Creamery plans to expand its presence in the Greater Philadelphia location. The brand plans to open six stores in two years and 10 over the next…

Andy's Frozen Custard opens 3rd Fort Worth location

July 18, 2025

Andy's Frozen Custard will open its third location in the Fort Worth, Texas area on July 30. The shop is located at 1725 Basswood Boulevard, according to a…

Beyond the food court: Auntie Anne's doubles down on non-traditional growth

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Auntie Anne's is expanding its presence beyond mall settings into high-traffic locations like airports, train stations and stadiums, optimizing for convenience…

Speaker Spotlight: Susan Taylor, Juice It Up CEO and president

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Susan Taylor, CEO and president of Juice It Up, shares a look at her career, achievements and industry trends ahead of her appearance at Fast Casual Executive…

How to navigate the drive-thru landscape

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

How can drive-thrus navigate long waits, order accuracy and innovative tech? A panel at the Fast Casual Executive Summit will take a deep dive into the…

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