News & Media
Customer service still tops for restaurant staff
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, host Mandy Detwiler talks to Zak Omar, CEO of Atomic Wings, an emerging wing brand out of New York City.
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Taco John's to open in Detroit area
October 17, 2023
Taco John's will open a location in Monroe, Michigan, marking the brand's fourth in the state, on Oct. 23. Franchise operator Meritage Hospitality Group is…
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Tork launches restaurant workflow guide
October 16, 2023
Tork, an Essity brand, has launched Tork Workflow for Restaurants, a guide designed to improve experiences for both guests and staff, maximize operational…
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#QSRNext Keynote: Unlocking the secrets of menu innovation with Frisch's CEO
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
James Walker, CEO of Frisch's, will give the keynote address on menu innovation at the #QSRNext half-day event for restaurant executives on Nov. 8 at 10 a.m.
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A&W Canada launches One Cup reusable cup program
October 16, 2023
A&W Canada has launched a reusable cup program dubbed "A&W One Cup." Unlike traditional reusable cup programs, the 'A&W One Cup' stands out for its…
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Krispy Krunchy Chicken partners with Goodr to donate food, hot meals
October 16, 2023
Krispy Krunchy Chicken has partnered with Goodr, a food waste and food insecurity management company, and donated 225 surplus meals and 270 pounds of food to…
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Southern Classic Chicken opens updated prototype in Louisiana
October 16, 2023
Southern Classic Chicken, a fried chicken brand based in Louisiana, has opened a restaurant prototype in Bossier City, Louisiana, according to a press release.
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Haven Hot Chicken wins The Perfect Pitch at the Fast Casual Executive Summit 2023
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Haven Hot Chicken won The Perfect Pitch concept competition at the Fast Casual Executive Summit in Louisville, Kentucky on Oct. 9.
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Antares Group merging with Aprio
October 13, 2023
Antares Group, which provides accounting and financial services to over 1,600 McDonald's restaurants and other quick service and fast casual brands in over 4…
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Casey's trademarks 'The Official Pizza and Beer Headquarters'
October 13, 2023
Convenience-store pizza brand Casey's has trademarked "The Official Pizza and Beer Headquarters," according to a press release.
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Savvy Sliders opens 2nd unit in Texas
October 13, 2023
Michigan-based Savvy Sliders has opened in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, marking the brand's second unit in Texas, according to a press release.
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How to leverage effective POS systems, marketing strategies to increase foot traffic
by Shannon Chirone — SVP, Marketing, HungerRush
A well-implemented POS system is more than just a tool for processing payments; it's a treasure trove of data and insights. By harnessing the capabilities of a…
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McDonald's launches '1 in 8' homecoming initiative
October 12, 2023
McDonald's has found that one in eight Americans have worked at one of its restaurants, leading the brand to launch its "1 in 8" initiative, according to a…
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Wetzel's Pretzels launches 2 kiosks in San Francisco Macy's store
October 12, 2023
Wetzel's Pretzels has opened two Wetzel's bakeries within the Macy's department store in Union Square in San Francisco, according to a press release.
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Pizza Factory in Rio Vista, California operates with new owners
October 12, 2023
Pizza Factory's Rio Vista, California, location has new owners, according to a press release.
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Webinar unveils secret sauce for franchise success: Standardization
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
October 11, 2023
Sam Gerace, CEO of Lineup.ai, and Michael Schatten, VP of operations at fast-casual brand Carrot Express, talk about standardizing operations to increase…
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PDQ launches official 2023 Tampa Bay Buccaneers cups with float purchase
October 11, 2023
PDQ restaurants — which stands for People Dedicated to Quality — are offering guests official 2023 Tampa Bay Buccaneers cups in partnership with Coca-Cola.
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White Castle celebrating Halloween with spooky deals
October 11, 2023
Starting Friday, Oct. 13, White Castle will launch 13 "spooktacular" deals through the month.
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Domino's offers free emergency pizza
October 11, 2023
Domino's Pizza is introducing its Domino's Emergency Pizza — a program that offers a free medium two-topping pizza when customers need a quick dinner…
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Pretzelmaker to expand Canadian footprint
October 11, 2023
FAT Brands Inc. has inked a deal with Canadian Cookie Enterprises Inc. to open 25 Pretzelmaker locations throughout the country over the next 10 years…
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