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Wow Bao, Zoup, Smokey Bones leaders share tips on virtual kitchen strategy
by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com
Fast casual leaders share insight on how and why their brands got into virtual business operations and tips on how to make it a successful strategy.
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Mary Brown's adds plant-based chicken to menu
January 5, 2022
Mary Brown's Chicken has introduced plant-based chicken menu options to stores across Canada, according to a press release.
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2021 Has Been Koala’s Best Year in Platform History, Brand Highlights Company’s Growth
Industry leading platform supports restaurant industry growth through the pandemic era
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Restaurant gift card sales up over last 2 years
January 4, 2022
The restaurant industry sold 6% more gift cards during the 2021 holiday season compared to 2019, and 57% more than 2020, according to a Paytronix study.
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Popeyes enters master agreement for South Korea
January 4, 2022
Popeyes has entered into a master franchise agreement with Silla Co., Ltd. ("Silla Group) to develop and open hundreds of Popeyes restaurants across South…
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Whataburger debuts Spicy Ketchup batch, LTOs returning
January 4, 2022
Whataburger has debuted its signature Whataburger Spicy Ketchup Batch #2. Whataburger Spicy Ketchup debuted as a limited-batch offering in 2012 and joined the…
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Cinnabon offers sweet deal for The Bachelor premiere
January 3, 2022
Cinnabon is celebrating the premiere of ABC's The Bachelor with a sweet deal. The Fantasy Sweet Bundle, starting at $15, features a combo of two classic…
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KFC China introduces green marketing campaigns
January 3, 2022
KFC China is introducing green marketing campaigns designed to promote more sustainable lifestyles and increase consumer awareness of eco-friendly behavior…
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McDonald's can't build near ancient Roman site
January 3, 2022
McDonald's is blocked from opening a franchise next to the ancient Baths of Caracalla in Rome, according to a report in The Art Newspaper.
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How AI will save the restaurant industry
by Paul Rubin — Chief Strategy Officer, PAR Technology
You know restaurant technology is becoming a very big deal when it goes viral on TikTok. In November, a user of the popular video-sharing social network…
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What wowed QSRweb readers in 2021
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
From legal issues at some of the industry’s biggest names to freebies and viral videos, here’s what was most read on QSRweb this year.
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Southern Classic Chicken signs multi-unit deal for Louisiana
December 30, 2021
Louisiana-based Southern Classic Chicken has signed a development deal to bring the fried chicken company to the New Orleans region, according to a press…
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Popeyes opens in Holland, Michigan
December 30, 2021
The long-awaited Popeyes Louisiana Chicken has opened in Holland, Michigan after months of delays. Employees have been training at a store in Grand Rapids…
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Technology at the forefront for restaurants in 2022
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
The restaurant industry is staring down challenges like never before, but technology is paving the way to a smoother 2022.
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All DoorDash employees back on monthly deliveries
December 29, 2021
Every DoorDash employee, up to and including the CEO, are being asked to make monthly deliveries as part of the company's WeDash program, which launched in…
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Sonic LTO Patty Melt returns
December 29, 2021
Sonic Drive-In has reintroduced its classic Patty Melt, while supplies last, according to a press release.
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Restaurant employees picking up the slack
December 28, 2021
Back-of-house managers, dish and prep cooks are working more overtime during the pandemic, according to a 7shifts study. The research analyzed shifts scheduled…
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Wendy's offer free chicken nuggets
December 28, 2021
Wendy's is giving away free chicken nuggets through Jan. 2, 2022 with a purchase from the app, according to a Thrillist report.
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Breakfast, lunch sales rebounding
December 23, 2021
The breakfast daypart is rebounding, according to a report from The NPD Group.
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Dairy Queen opens in Gas City, Indiana
December 23, 2021
American Dairy Queen Corporation has announced the opening of a DQ Grill & Chill in Gas City, Indiana. The restaurant is located at 4969 Sloan Drive and is…
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