News & Media
Restaurant recession looming? Debate begins
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Is the restaurant industry heading for a downturn?
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Restaurant kiosks serve up multiple demographics
by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator
QSR kiosks are all the rage these days, especially with McDonald's and other QSR giants jumping on the trend. Restaurant kiosks are now drawing in every…
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NRA: Restaurateurs want technology without headaches
August 3, 2016
Only 12 percent of restaurant operators consider themselves to be cutting-edge in implementing technology, according to a recent study conducted by the…
read nowChick-fil-A launches Connecticut location
August 3, 2016
Chick-fil-A will open its fifth Connecticut location, this one at Mohegan Sun casino, this fall.
read nowKrystal rolls out limited new menu item
August 3, 2016
Krystal restaurants is rolling out a new menu item: boneless chicken wings. The wings, available in BBQ or spicy buffalo flavors, will be available between…
read nowPapa John's revises upward after Q2 financials reported
August 3, 2016
Papa John's International Inc. today announced financial results for the three- and six-month periods that ended June 26. Highlights from the quarter include:
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5 questions for diners making the digital switch
by Jackie Berg — mArketing director, olo
As we cruise through 2016, with nearly 80 percent smartphone adoption, there is little debate: A restaurant brand's digital program is now of paramount…
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The true effects of food photos: part 2
by Matthew Harper — Intern, Networld Media Group
The prevalence of social media photo marketing campaigns in food service raises an interesting question: Do consumers really feel satisfaction and happiness…
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Pssst... QSR execs, got 10 minutes?
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
QSRWeb is seeking answers to its annual state of the industry survey.
read nowDoorDash delivers Dunkin' Donuts daily in NYC
August 2, 2016
Dunkin' Donuts introduced its delivery service to New York City in Brooklyn and Manhattan, according to a company press release. DoorDash will be handling the…
read nowCaptain D’s boasts growth and expansion
August 2, 2016
Captain D’s seafood concept has announced further expansion in Louisiana, with plans to open 17 new units by the end of 2016, according to a release.
read nowBaskin-Robbins launches mobile app
August 2, 2016
Baskin-Robbins has collaborated with Tillster and DigitasLBI, to create a mobile app.
read nowBojangles' enters multi-unit deal to expand presence
August 2, 2016
Aiming to expand from its core markets in North and South Carolina, Bojangles' Inc. has entered into a multi-unit development agreement with Angle Inc.
read nowPopeyes Louisiana Chicken serves up new menu item
August 2, 2016
Popeyes Louisiana Chicken is now serving beer can rip’n Chick’n, a new menu item, through Aug. 28.
read nowMcDonald's chief administrator retires, more changes coming
August 2, 2016
McDonald's Chief Administrative Officer Pete Bensen is retiring Sept. 2, after 20 years with the company, according to a news release.
read nowNew food allergy app seeks restaurants' participation
August 2, 2016
A new app introduced this week called DineSafe claims to take the risk out of eating out for people who have allergies or who are on special diets. About 1…
read nowLittle Caesars thinks inside the box
August 2, 2016
Little Caesars is bringing back an old favorite in its Box Set, according to a news release. The offering includes four slices of the chain's pepperoni Deep!
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Would you like some kimchi in your burrito, sir? A look at Taco Bell's innovation process
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
The public relations folks at Yum! Brands recently took a moment to give us a peek inside their menu innovation process.
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The true effects of food photos: part 1
by Matthew Harper — Intern, Networld Media Group
Back in the 1800s when photography was first invented, it would have been hard to imagine people using the technology to document lunch. As restaurants are…
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The behemoth moves: McDonald's makes major menu changes
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
McDonald's USA is changing nearly half of its menu.
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