Buona, Original Rainbow Cone opening dual-concept locations in Tennessee

November 21, 2022

Two Chicago-based brands, Buona and The Original Rainbow Cone, are opening their first co-branded locations outside of Illinois in Tennessee.

Baskin-Robbins introduces Iced Cold Brew

November 21, 2022

Baskin-Robbins has introduced Iced Cold Brew, according to a press release.

Red Chickz, Brix Holdings, Thanx execs talk loyalty programs, personalization, social media

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Three executives spoke about issues in the restaurant industry at the Fast Casual Executive Summit held last month in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Krystal opens 1st location in Puerto Rico

November 20, 2022

Krystal has opened a 900-square-foot restaurant in Puerto Rico, the first one in the country for the brand. It's located in the Outlet 66 Mall in Canovanas…

Krispy Kreme fined $1.2M for federal labor law violations

November 18, 2022

Donut chain Krispy Kreme will pay $1.2 million to hundreds of employees for violating federal overtime laws.

Former Church's Texas Chicken VP named Fuku CEO

November 18, 2022

Fuku, a collection of fast casual restaurants specializing in fried chicken sandwiches created by chef and restaurateur David Chang, has hired Claudia Lezcano…

Mooyah Burgers, Jersey Mike's leaders share loyalty program tips

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

As food prices continue to climb so does the value of a restaurant loyalty program, for both the customer and the brand.

Taco Bell introduces 2 versions of Nacho Fries

November 18, 2022

If you're into Taco Bell's Nacho Fries, you're in luck — the brand has extended their stay on its menu and has introduced two new versions, the 7-Layer Nacho…

McDonald's pledges $1M to Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino

November 18, 2022

McDonald's has pledged $1 million to the newly established Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Latino, according to a news release.

How The POS Can Help Retailers Prepare For The Holidays

The right technology can help short-staffed retailers survive the holiday season and thrive in it. After all, making a positive, lasting impression on shoppers…

Americans eating out less but satisfaction remains strong

November 17, 2022

More than half, 59%, of Americans are eating out less often, compared to a year ago, across all food formats but most significantly in the casual dining…

Taco Bell Live Más scholarship open to students

November 17, 2022

The Taco Bell Foundation is offering up to $10 million for students pursuing their passions via the Live Más Scholarship program, according to a press release.

Checkers & Rally's to bring 40 restaurants to 3 states

November 17, 2022

Checkers & Rally's has signed three multi-unit development deals to bring 40 units to California, Tennessee and Maryland. The deals bring the company's…

Point of sale playing role in restaurant tipping

November 17, 2022

Most Americans (83%) always tip at a sit-down restaurant, but when it comes to restaurants without tableside service, that drops drastically. Close to half…

Paytronix teams with Voicify on ordering option

November 17, 2022

Paytronix Systems, Inc., a digital guest experience platform for restaurants and retailers, is teaming up with conversational AI platform provider Voicify to…

PepsiCo launches ghost kitchen platform for restaurant brands

November 16, 2022

Understanding that the ghost kitchen market is forecasted to reach $71.4 billion by 2027, PepsiCo Foodservice has created a ghost kitchen offering through its…

How Budderfly, Lennox's energy efficiency can save operators money

November 16, 2022

Budderfly and Lennox have teamed up to help operators save money with energy efficiency.

Fast food workers protest effort to repeal labor council in California

November 16, 2022

Fast food employees in Sacramento and other California regions are protesting big brand QSR efforts to repeal a law creating a state-run labor council that…

Former Domino's CEO to lead Restaurant Brands International's board

November 16, 2022

Patrick Doyle, the former CEO of Domino's Pizza, has been tapped to head the board of Restaurant Brands International, according to a Wall Street Journal…

Stacy Peterson takes lead role at Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams

November 16, 2022

Stacy Peterson, Wingstop's former chief revenue and technology officer who announced last week that she was leaving the Dallas-based company, will serve as CEO…