White Castle debuts Chicken Fajita Slider; Jalapeño Cravioli Side

April 2, 2026

White Castle will release the Chicken Fajita Slider on April 6. It features all-white meat topped with grilled onions and peppers, jalapeño cheese and green…

Synergy in a slice: Inside the dual-concept model driving Hungry Howie’s Texas expansion

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Entrepreneur Jay Dhaliwal is leveraging a high-traffic "one-stop-shop" model in Fort Worth by operating a lean Hungry Howie’s franchise within a co-branded gas…

Jacksonville McDonald's distribution center sells for $66.9M

April 1, 2026

VanTrust Real Estate has sold a recently completed Anderson-DuBose warehouse in Jacksonville to an affiliate of US Realty Advisors for $66.9 million.

HTeaO pours into Claremore, Oklahoma

April 1, 2026

HTeaO has opened a location in Claremore, Oklahoma. The restaurant is owned by franchisees Erin and John Love and marks their second HTeaO location, according…

Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken franchisee plans 6 more units in South Carolina

April 1, 2026

The owner of the Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken in Rock Hill plans to expand the brand's presence in South Carolina with six locations, according to a press…

Nestlé: Co-creating the future of breakfast

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Apex Smart Food Lockers at OOMI Digital Kitchen

Hear how this popular ghost kitchen ensures a stellar experience at every step of the customer journey, including order pickup. Their Apex Smart Food Lockers…

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Hungry Howie's introduces Pineapple Jalapeño Flavored Crust

March 31, 2026

Hungry Howie's has debuted its latest limited-edition flavored innovation, Pineapple Jalapeño Flavored Crust, from now through June 28, according to a press…

Papa Johns launches oven-toasted sandwiches

March 31, 2026

Papa Johns has debuted a line of oven-toasted sandwiches, according to a press release.

'Don't go viral without this system:' Keynote to reveal growth framework at Restaurant Marketing Workshop

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

The 2026 agenda is designed to cover every touchpoint of the modern guest journey. If a topic impacts your brand's bottom line, it is on the schedule.

Wendy's updates spicy chicken sandwich with new recipe, panko breading

March 30, 2026

Wendy's has launched a redesigned Spicy Chicken Sandwich, featuring changes to the item's breading, marinade and bun, according to a press release.

Taco Bell lets fans vote on its first global taco offering

March 30, 2026

Taco Bell is asking U.S. customers to choose which international menu item will make its domestic debut through the company's first "Global Taco Vote."

How to build a thriving company culture that inspires and engages

by Jim Knight — Founder & CEO, Knight Speaker

A strong, intentional company culture drives success by boosting productivity, attracting top talent and fostering an environment where employees feel valued…

The due diligence gap: Five questions every franchise buyer should be asking

by Amanda Duplantis — President, FranNet

Buying a franchise is often described as "being in business for yourself, but not by yourself." It's an exciting prospect, trading the corporate ladder for an…

Report: Restaurant brands increase tech spending despite margin pressures

March 27, 2026

Restaurant brands are increasing investments in technology and artificial intelligence to counter declining guest traffic and high operating costs, according…

Wendy’s named official dunks of NCAA March Madness: Launches national promotion

March 26, 2026

Wendy's has been named the "Official Dunks of the NCAA March Madness," launching a new menu and sweepstakes centered on its "most iconic dunk of all time …

Whitepaper details how digital signage drives drive-thru success

March 26, 2026

The quick service restaurant industry, after having to pivot from COVID-19, is increasingly turning to digital signage for the drive-thru as it's become a…

Team Communication for Restaurant Staff: A Better Alternative to Group Texts

Group texts aren't built for restaurant teams. Here's why food service businesses are switching to dedicated team communication apps, and what to look for.

Little Caesars expands menu with Four-N-One Stix LTO

March 25, 2026

Little Caesars has launched Four-N-One Stix, a product designed to meet the growing need for shareable snack food. The offering launched this week and features…

Cicis Pizza takes No. 1 spot on Pizza Marketplace's 2026 Top 100 Movers & Shakers list

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Cicis Pizza took home the top honors as Pizza Marketplace's annual event in Las Vegas; Moto Pizza won a tech award from XRobotics and Pizza Nova's Domenic…