News & Media
Buffalo Chicken Pizza is back at Hunt Brothers Pizza
February 21, 2024
Hunt Brothers Pizza has brought back the Buffalo Chicken Pizza for a limited time, according to a press release.
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Pizza on chicken? KFC launches the Chizza
February 21, 2024
Kentucky Fried Chicken is getting saucy with a new pizza item called the Chizza. It's not pizza — it's two 100% white meat extra crispy fried chicken filets…
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Keeping the human element alive in QSRs with Doyle HCM
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, host Mandy Detwiler, editor of PizzaMarketplace.com and QSRweb.com, interviews Mike Adolph, partner and…
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Curbit partners with Ovation to streamline guest experience
February 20, 2024
AI-driven order company Curbit has partnered with Ovation, a guest feedback system, to streamline brand interactions with guests, offering an elevated guest…
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Smalls Sliders inks deal for 22 units in Arizona
February 20, 2024
Smalls Sliders has signed its largest multi-unit agreement with existing franchisee Purple Square Management (PSM) for 22 units, dubbed "Cans" by the brand…
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Little Caesars efficient POD Program attractive to franchisees
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Little Caesars has launched a modular unit program that is eco-friendly and attractive to potential franchisees. The inaugural POD location in Keokuk, Iowa…
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Taco John's opens 2nd Ohio restaurant
February 19, 2024
Taco John's has opened a location in Kettering, Ohio. It's the second in the state to be developed by Meritage Hospitality Group, Inc.
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Whataburger hires Scott Hudler as SVP, CMO
February 16, 2024
Whataburger has hired Scott Hudler as its SVP and CMO, according to a press release.
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The Rise of Social Commerce: How Retailers Can Leverage Social Media
Explore social commerce and how retailers can leverage it to their advantage with Star Micronics' ecommerce and online ordering hardware.
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Wendy's partners with Cinnabon on breakfast offering
February 15, 2024
Wendy's is partnering with Cinnabon to offer the company's Cinnamon Pull-Apart, according to a Wendy's blog post.
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El Pollo Loco names Liz Williams as CEO
February 14, 2024
El Pollo Loco has named Elizabeth "Liz" Williams as its CEO and member of its board of directors, effective March 11. Williams will succeed Maria…
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Whataburger opens Las Vegas location
February 14, 2024
Whataburger has opened a location on the iconic Las Vegas Strip. The Whataburger at 3752 S. Las Vegas Blvd. marks the brand's western most location to date and…
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Birdcall debuts breakfast menu in Texas
February 14, 2024
Birdcall, a chicken QSR that features self order kiosks, will debut a breakfast menu at its newly opened, third restaurant in Richardson, Texas, according to a…
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6 staff retention strategies for modern restaurants
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Staff retention strategies don't have to be tough, but they do need to be effective. Consider these six strategies to retain top restaurant staff.
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Golden Chick raises more than $190K for teachers, schools
February 13, 2024
Golden Chick has donated $190,584 to teachers and more than 300 schools. Through its fall campaign, 50 cents from each sale of Golden Chick's State Fair Mini…
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Taco John's brings back fish tacos, debuts sauce
February 12, 2024
Alaska Flounder Fish Tacos are back at Taco John's and this time they've got a new sauce and a limited-time offer of two for $7, according to a press release.
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Marble Slab Creamery to expand in Canada with 40-unit deal
February 12, 2024
Marble Slab Creamery has inked a deal to open 40 franchised locations throughout Canada in partnership with Canadian Ice Cream Company Inc., according to a…
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The Tangible Returns of Exceptional Customer Service
Exceptional customer service delivers tangible returns by preventing profit-draining issues before they start. Personalized solutions focused on your success…
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Mr. Pickle’s Sandwich Shop Announces Addition of New Signature Items, Proteins, Enhanced Bread to Menus Nationwide; Also Launches “Not-So-Secret” Secret Menu Online
Mr. Pickle's Sandwich Shop, named among 2023 Fastest Growing Emerging Restaurants in the United States by Nation's Restaurant News, is starting the new year…
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Panda Express challenges food truck name
February 9, 2024
Panda Express claims that the Trash Panda Vegan food truck in Phoenix challenges its trademark. The chain said that the name and logo are too similar, which…
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