Dunkin', Bark release batch of dog toys

September 18, 2024

Bark (makers of Bark Box) and Dunkin' have released a fresh batch of dog toys. Together, Bark and Dunkin' have raised more than $10 million for the Dunkin' Joy…

National Taco Day moves thanks to Taco Bell's efforts

September 18, 2024

National Taco Day is moving thanks to efforts by Taco Bell. The day, recognized by the National Day Calendar, has been moved from Friday, Oct. 4 to the first…

Smalls Sliders brings on Dan Hurwitz as CFO

September 17, 2024

Smalls Sliders has brought on Dan Hurwitz as its CFO. Hurwitz Hurwitz will focus on supporting investment decisions to drive profitable growth for Smalls…

Pizza Hut creates box that doubles as resume

September 17, 2024

Pizza Hut is launching a pizza box that doubles as a resume. ResZAmes is available in New York City, the toughest job market, and allows job applicants to…

Checkers & Rally's opens another Philly restaurant

September 17, 2024

Checkers and Rally's has opened another restaurant in Philadelphia. It is owned and operated by franchisee Dinesh Goswami, according to a press release.

Ovation unveils AI-driven operational improvement tool for restaurants

September 17, 2024

Ovation, a guest experience platform for multi-unit restaurants, has launched Goals, an AI-driven operational improvement tool designed to automate change for…

Leasecake Named to Entrepreneur’s 2024 Top Franchise Technology Suppliers List

Leasecake is thrilled to announce that we’ve been named to Entrepreneur’s prestigious 2024 list of Top Franchise Suppliers, earning the #6 spot in the Other…

Future-proofed multi-cultural beverage concepts expand across higher-ed campuses

Increased globalization of food culture is transforming campus dining. College, universities and their food service partners are launching specialty drink…

Top 30 Movers & Shakers in Catering 2024

The inaugural Top 30 Movers & Shakers in Catering 2024 list recognizes the leaders and brands reshaping the catering landscape—those taking bold steps to drive…

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Fast Casual, Lunchbox reveal Top 30 Movers & Shakers: Catering

September 16, 2024

The list recognizes top catering leaders from 30 brands, including Cava, Subway and Five Guys, who are drivers in one of 2024’s fastest-growing restaurant…

Smalls Sliders to drop 12 Cans in Charlotte

September 16, 2024

Smalls Sliders has inked an agreement to add 12 units, dubbed "Cans" by the company, to the Charlotte, North Carolina market with franchisee group BM Sliders…

Wendy's brings on 2 to executive leadership team

September 16, 2024

Wendy's has appointed John Min as chief legal officer and secretary and Mary Greenlee as senior vice president, U.S. operations, effectively immediately…

Domino's Pizza adding Mac & Cheese this fall

September 16, 2024

Domino's Pizza is adding Mac & Cheese to the menu this fall beginning Sept. 23, according to a press release.

Fast Casual Executive Summit session to delve into third-party delivery

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

A panel of speakers will discuss third-party delivery at the Fast Casual Executive Summit next month in Denver, Colorado.

The Future of Kitchens: Introducing the Smart, Connected Kitchen

Despite the growing pressures from omni-channel ordering, kitchen tech remains overlooked. Qu envisions a smart, connected future where AI optimizes food prep…

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Pepsi launches "Chase Cars" stunt with national pizza brands

September 13, 2024

Pizza and Pepsi are a classic combination, but the beverage giant is taking things a step further with a new campaign that ensures every delivery arrives with…

5 key training mistakes and how to improve them

by John Meyers — COO, Marco's Pizza

In the fast-paced world of QSRs, where the quality of service can make or break a business, effective team member training is essential. These five training…

Brink POS, PAR MENU rebrand to PAR POS, PAR Ordering

September 12, 2024

ParTech Inc., a provider of unified commerce solutions for the restaurant and foodservice industries, has rebranded two of its core products: Brink POS and PAR…

Big Dave's Cheesesteaks partners with The Orlando Magic

September 12, 2024

Big Dave's Cheesesteaks has inked a deal with The Orlando Magic. Big Dave's will place their first Orlando location inside the Magic's home, Kia Center…

McDonald's extends $5 Meal Deal into December, launches fall deals

September 12, 2024

McDonald's $5 Meal Deal isn't quite done yet. The Chicago-based burger brand will keep it around into December, according to a corporate announcement.