Beyond the counter: How kiosks are revolutionizing the fast food experience

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

Learn how self-service kiosk preference is pushing QSRs and fast casual to prioritize personalized, engaging digital experiences to boost loyalty and revenue.

Krispy Kreme giving away donuts on REAL ID deadline day

May 5, 2025

Krispy Kreme will hand out doughnuts as Americans race to meet the May 7 REAL ID deadline, according to a press release.

Valsoft acquires MonkeyMedia

May 5, 2025

Valsoft Corp. Inc., a Canadian company specializing in acquiring and developing vertical market software businesses, has acquired MonkeySoft Solutions from…

Marco's Pizza Foundation donates $317K to Junior Achievement

May 2, 2025

The Marco's Pizza Foundation gave more than $317,000 to Junior Achievement USA. This milestone follows the brand's October announcement of its charitable…

Why regional leadership is key to QSR growth

by Andrew Openshaw — SEO & Content Specialist, Nigel Wright Group

QSR leaders are adopting regional matrix models over traditional country-by-country structures to enhance efficiency and innovation amid industry challenges.

White Castle adds bouncy house -er, castle - with Spring merchandise launch

May 2, 2025

Amongst White Castle's spring 2025 merchandise collection is an inflatable fun house, according to a press release.

Cartwheel, MonkeyMedia integrating to deliver automated catering operations

May 2, 2025

Restaurants may now streamline and automate their catering delivery operations, thanks to a partnership with delivery management platform Cartwheel and…

DoorDash launches real-time management tools for restaurants

May 1, 2025

DoorDash is launching a suite of features to help restaurants drive sales, improve efficiency and better serve customers.

Popeyes Canada brings on 2 to leadership team

May 1, 2025

Popeyes Canada has brought on two to its leadership team. Brian Trier has been named general manager and Lisa Mazurkewich joins as senior director of…

Qu, Cartwheel partner for first-party delivery capabilities

May 1, 2025

Enterprise delivery management platform Cartwheel has partnered with Qu, a unified commerce platform for enterprise restaurants. The collaboration integrates…

HTeaO celebrates nurses, teachers with BOGO offer

April 30, 2025

Premium tea brand HTeaO will celebrate nurses and teachers with a Buy One, Get One Free deal on all cups of tea from May 5 to May 9, according to a press…

Kraft Heinz honored for innovation

April 30, 2025

Kraft Heinz has been named to Fast Company's annual list of the world's most innovative companies.

KFC brings back Chicken & Waffles

April 29, 2025

For the first time in five years, chicken and waffles are back on KFC menus nationwide, according to a press release.

Dutch Bros customers happier than those of Starbucks, Dunkin’, report finds

New York, NY–April 29, 2025–Dutch Bros (NYSE:BROS) outperformed rival coffee chains Starbucks (NASDAQ:SBUX) and Dunkin’ in an AI-powered analysis of customer…

Kar's Nuts, Dunkin' launch coffee, donut flavored trail mixes

April 29, 2025

Kar's Nuts, in collaboration with Dunkin', has released two trail mix flavors inspired by Dunkin' beverages and donuts, according to a press release. The Kar's…

Church's Texas Chicken enters value meals game with rapper Harry Mack

April 29, 2025

Church's Texas Chicken has launched its value menu, dubbed Real Deals. Real Deals gives guests the freedom to mix and match two fan-favorite items starting at…

What to do with all this data?

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

What do you do with all that data as a restaurant? The Restaurant Marketing Workshop held from June 2 to 3 in Indianapolis, Indiana plans to tackle that…

Sonic unveils Unicorn Dreams Slush, collectable straws

April 28, 2025

Sonic has unveiled the Unicorn Dreams Slush, which will available May 5 nationwide.

Pretzelmaker expands in Oklahoma

April 28, 2025

Pretzelmaker has opened a location in Ardmore, Oklahoma. It is situated in a Valero convenience store, according to a press release.

sneakybird Slides into Spring with Newest Menu Addition, New Location, and Launch of Philanthropic Program

sneakybird, a quick, craft, casual approach to signature oven-grilled chicken sandwiches, wraps, tenders, and wings complemented by tater tots, and fresh…