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Yoshinoya adds Tokyo Fried Chicken to menu
October 31, 2023
Japanese rice bowl brand Yoshinoya is adding Tokyo Fried Chicken to its menu. The Tokyo Fried Chicken is Yoshinoya's take on an authentic Japanese favorite…
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Popeyes, FAT Brands execs talk about challenges facing women in the lead
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
October 31, 2023
A session titled "Women in the Lead" will bring together two remarkable leaders in the food industry, Amy Alarcon and Jenn Johnston, to discuss their journeys…
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Webinar: How location intelligence trends shape fast casual, dining sectors
October 31, 2023
In a bid to unlock the secrets behind the booming fast casual and wider dining industry, a free webinar, "Restaurants in 2024: A Data-Driven Outlook," will…
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The Evolution Of Receipt Printing: From Scrolls To Screens
From handwritten notes to digital screens, the history of receipt printing mirrors the evolution of commerce itself, reflecting the changing dynamics of trade…
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Primo Partners secures lease for 16th Ben & Jerry's unit
October 30, 2023
Primo Partners, a multi-unit franchise group of Ben & Jerry's, has secured a lease for a unit in Greenville, South Carolina. The move brings the group's…
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Fast-food market to grow by $123.4B from 2022 to 2027
October 30, 2023
The fast-food market is estimated to grow by $123.43 billion from 2022 to 2027, according to a report by Technavio. The segment will grow at a CAGR of 3.28%…
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Capriotti’s, Wing Zone, Swamp Dawg, Goodcents execs talk growth with lean teams
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Restaurant labor shortages have become a pervasive issue, affecting both corporate and store-level operations. Three restaurant executives discussed labor…
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Will the joint-employer ruling destroy restaurant franchising?
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
"The rule upends employment policy, adopting a far-fetched definition of 'employer' based on 'indirect or potential influence' of an employee and then fails to…
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Andy’s Frozen Custard partners with Dallas Mavericks
October 27, 2023
Andy's Frozen Custard has partnered with the Dallas Mavericks, naming the brand as The Official Frozen Treat Sponsor of the team. As part of the sponsorship…
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Plant Power Fast Food debuts black bean-based burger patty
October 27, 2023
Plant Power Fast Food has introduced the Hippie Patty in time for World Vegan Day on Nov. 1. The patty is comprised of black beans, poblano peppers, chipotle…
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Jimmy John's franchisee inks deal for 7 Toppers Pizza units
October 27, 2023
Wisconsin-based Toppers Pizza has inked a seven-unit deal with new franchisee Corbett Harris, a resident of Greenville, North Carolina, for the Greenville…
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SoundHound AI survey finds nearly 8 in 10 diners believe AI assistants will take over most food ordering within years
October 26, 2023
Nearly 80% of diners believe AI assistants will take over food ordering duties in the next few years, according to a press release and report by AI firm…
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Taco John's reopens Rapid City, South Dakota location
October 26, 2023
Taco John's is reopening its Rapid City, South Dakota, restaurant today. The Campbell Streete location was the brand's first franchisee-owned location…
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Jollibee to open 2nd location in Washington
October 26, 2023
Chicken chain Jollibee will open its second location in Washington on Oct. 29, according to a press release.
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Checkers and Rally's opens corporate unit in Orlando
October 26, 2023
Checkers and Rally's has opened a corporate unit in Orlando at 10793 South John Young Parkway, according to a press release.
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Text marketing highly effective for pizzerias
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
In this episode of the Pizza Marketplace Podcast, editor Mandy Wolf Detwiler speaks with Shane Murphy, co-founder and CEO of Boostly, about the effectiveness…
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McDonald's to get rid of McFlurry spoons
October 25, 2023
The McFlurry spoon is on its last leg. Chicago-based burger chain McDonald's is retiring the dessert spoon in favor of a more sustainable option, according to…
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Domino's to give away $1M in pizza to customers with student loan payments
October 25, 2023
As part of its Emergency Pizza promotion, Michigan-based Domino's Pizza is handing out free pizza to those with student loan payments, according to a press…
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Taco Bell to offer free tacos to NJ residents after 'Taco Tuesday' liberated in state
October 25, 2023
Taco Bell took Taco John's to task earlier this year to get the latter brand to relinquish its "Taco Tuesday" trademark. Taco John's gave up its trademark…
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Mountain Mike’s Pizza Continues Growing Throughout California With First Ventura County Location
Leading Family-Style Pizza Chain Now Open in Oxnard
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