Yum Brands reports Q4, year-end results; Pizza Hut to close 250 units

February 5, 2026

Yum Brands, Inc. released its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended Dec. 31, 2025, highlighting significant profit growth and a…

Grubhub eliminating fees on orders over $50

February 5, 2026

Grubhub is moving to eliminate the industry's most persistent pain point by waiving delivery and service fees on larger orders, a shift the company will debut…

Bridging the restaurant coaching gap: LEAD announces leadership events in KC, Dallas

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

As the publisher of FastCasual.com and a proud Kansas Citian, I've always said that some of the best leadership in the restaurant industry is bred right here…

Jeremiah's Italian Ice serves up Valentine's Day Jelati Cake

February 4, 2026

Jeremiah's Italian Ice is introducing the Chocolate Covered Strawberry Jelati Cake, according to a press release.

Meritage Hospitality Group expands Upside partnership to 367 Wendy’s locations

February 4, 2026

Meritage Hospitality Group is expanding its partnership with the digital marketplace Upside to include 367 Wendy's locations across the United States. The…

Speaker Spotlight: Seth Larsen, CDO, Cheba Hut Toasted Subs

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

Seth Larsen, CDO of Cheba Hut Toasted Subs talks about how stays ahead of the competition while having a blast in today's speaker spotlight.

Loop AI secures $14M Series A to scale restaurant back-office technology

February 3, 2026

Loop AI, an enterprise AI platform for restaurant and retail back offices, has raised $14 million in Series A funding, according to a press release.

Empowering restaurants to thrive: How smart technology is transforming the guest experience and the bottom line

by Fast Casual

Amid modern restaurant challenges lies a powerful opportunity – by embracing innovative technology, restaurants can not only survive but truly thrive.

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Thriving through uncertainty: the power of resilience in leadership and business

by Jim Knight — Founder & CEO, Knight Speaker

Resilience is the essential "superpower" for navigating modern uncertainty, serving as a developable skill that enables individuals and organizations to…

Whataburger teams with Lainey Wilson to crown Feb. 4 as National Whataburger Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit Day

January 30, 2026

Grammy-award winning music artist Lainey Wilson is partnering with Whataburger to declare Feb. 4 National Whataburger Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit Day.

Speaker Spotlight: Jeff Perera, co-founder, vice president, Jeff's Bagel Run

Jeff Perera, co-founder and vice president of Jeff's Bagel Run, shares a look at his career, his achievements and industry trends ahead of his appearance at…

1B served: Why Potato Olé is the side dish that built an empire

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Taco John’s corporate Chef Brad Bergaus explores the history, sensory science and enduring cult status of Potato Olés, a signature spiced-potato side dish that…

Krystal to enter New Jersey

January 29, 2026

Krystal is expanding north with its first location in New Jersey. The restaurant, in Union, New Jersey, marks the brand's debut in the Northeast. The unit is…

Flying Dolly's lands in Mississippi with 2 franchise locations

January 29, 2026

Southern ice cream and snoball brand Flying Dolly's will open two franchised locations in Mississippi in early spring. One shop will open in Gluckstadt, just…

How top franchise brands turn culture into direct profitability

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Industry leaders will gather at the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit to share actionable strategies for transforming workplace culture and…

Pan pizza returns to Papa Johns; brand says they got it right this time

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

After years of development, Papa Johns is relaunching its pan pizza with a refined recipe featuring a garlic-Parmesan crust and a six-cheese blend, supported…

Carl's Jr offers free hangover burger, $20 promo cards on Feb. 9

January 28, 2026

Carl's Jr. is offering a free Hangover Breakfast Burger exclusively to Carl's Jr. My Rewards Members on Feb. 9, according to a press release.

McDonald's partners with Forter to advance digital fraud protection

January 28, 2026

McDonald's has partnered with Forter, a platform for digital commerce, to deliver fraud prevention and identity solutions across the QSR leader's digital…

KFC UK & Ireland target Gen Z with Kwench by KFC drink line

January 27, 2026

KFC U.K. & Ireland has launched "Kwench by KFC," a specialty drink line. The line targets the Gen Z drinks market, according to a press release.

Zenzap helps restaurateurs control IP, communication in house

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Zenzap, a communication app for restaurants, can help operators control intellectual properties and notifications.

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