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Krystal's new loyalty program focuses on gamification, exclusive perks, seamless experience
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Slider chain Krystal partnered with PAR Punchh to launch its new loyalty program, Club Krystal, which offers personalized, gamified rewards, seamless…
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McDonald's launches The Grinch Meal
November 20, 2025
McDonald's is launching its The Grinch Meal. The meal features . Available with a Big Mac, nine Chicken McNuggets, or McPlant sandwich, it features new…
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Papa Johns promotes Ravi Thanawala to chief financial officer, president, North America
November 20, 2025
Papa Johns has promoted Ravi Thanawala to chief financial officer and president, North America. He most recently served as chief financial officer and EVP…
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Make your guests count to increase your guest counts
by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners
The economy is shifting, guests spending is changing, and the marketplace continues to be dynamic. One metric that matters the most in this environment is…
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HTeaO to open Roanoke, Texas store
November 20, 2025
HTeaO, an iced tea franchise, will open a store in Roanoke, Texas, on Nov. 25, according to a press release.
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You're Not a Bad Restaurant Manager. You're Just Stuck in the Nagging Cycle.
Great leaders don't chase down tasks; they build systems. Instead of chasing after people in the work chat, it's time to use a work chat app that has built-in…
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Little Caesars launches Stuffed Crunch Crust Pizza
November 19, 2025
Little Caesars will release the Stuffed Crunch Crust Pizza on Nov. 24 featuring a toasted, cheese-stuffed crust. It's brushed with buttery garlic flavor and…
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Founder shares how he went from tacos to tech
by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator
Come hear El Arroyo founder Ellis Winstanley how he moved to tech at the Founderology Growth Summit.
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Nominations open for 25 Fast Casual Brands to Watch
November 19, 2025
Nominations are open for the 25 Fast Casual Brands to Watch special report, which highlights the most promising new concepts in the restaurant industry.
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The Best Work Chat App for Restaurant Owners Who Care About Work-Life Balance
Personal chat apps fuel restaurant staff burnout by blurring work-life boundaries. The solution? A dedicated work chat app where you can silence after-hours…
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Popeyes partners with Blumhouse's upcoming Five Night at Freddy's 2 for menu collab
November 18, 2025
Popeyes is partnering with Blumhouse's Five Nights at Freddy's 2 horror film with a menu collab available now for a limited time, according to a press release.
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Taco Bell, Venmo introduce the Venmo Taco Bellt - yes that's spelled right
November 18, 2025
The Venmo Taco Bellt is available today for a limited time only, according to company news.
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The essential insights every Founder needs to scale with clarity, strength and intentionality
Zane Tarence shares perspectives with the speed of someone who has spent decades in the trenches and still wakes up hungry for the next challenge. He moves…
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7-Eleven Inc rolls out Thanksgiving rewards
November 17, 2025
7-Eleven Inc. has announced exclusive rewards for Thanksgiving at participating 7-Eleven, Speedway, Raise the Roost and Stripes stores. These include free…
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Missouri Taco John's reopens after tornado
November 17, 2025
The Sikeston, Missouri, Taco John's has reopened after a tornado in May 2024. The restaurant is owned by Sonny Pratt and Dawn Cook.
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Bojangles names Cathy Chase chief people officer
November 17, 2025
Bojangles has promoted Cathy Chase to chief people officer. She will focus on building modern, scalable systems that enhance how Bojangles supports its growing…
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From café to national movement: Clean Eatz Founders on scaling wellness without losing heart
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Clean Eatz is a franchise co-founded by Don and Evonne Varady that solves the time vs. health dilemma by offering convenient, macro-balanced meals, from…
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Beyond the Price Tag: Calculating the Total Cost of Ownership of Your Kitchen Tools
The doors open. A wave of guests arrives, and the dinner rush hits full peak. In a high-volume restaurant, catering event, or banquet operation, success hinges…
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How to unlock your inner rock star and inspire your team to greatness
by Jim Knight — Founder & CEO, Knight Speaker
True leadership, or "rock star leadership," moves beyond simple task management to inspire teams by leading with energy, passion, authenticity and a commanding…
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Taco Bell rolls out Steak & Poblano Rolled Quesadilla
November 14, 2025
Taco Bell is rolling out the Steak & Poblano Rolled Quesadilla on Nov. 20. The menu item puts the poblano pepper center stage, and it also features…
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