Starbucks AI expert on how AI transforms restaurant customer engagement

August 30, 2022

Can AI and machine learning transform customer engagement in restaurants into a more personalized experience? Yes, according to Brian Ames, program manager for…

Millennials are a restaurant’s best friend

August 29, 2022

The current economic worries driven by inflation aren't stopping millennials from dining out as 84% ordered restaurant delivery in the past month and nearly…

McDonald's seeks Black change leaders for new program

August 29, 2022

McDonald's USA has announced the Black & Positively Golden Change Leaders program, which seeks to find the next group of visionaries. The yearlong campaign…

Krispy Kreme launches doughnut in honor of NASA flight

August 26, 2022

Krispy Kreme has created a doughnut for NASA's planned launch of Artemis I, an unmanned flight test of the world's most powerful rocket carrying a spacecraft…

Givex expands, launches new products during pandemic

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Givex is a technology platform for the hospitality industry. Learn how the brand can help your company thrive with its suites of products.

Taco Bell hosting legal metaverse wedding contest

August 26, 2022

Taco Bell is offering two lucky couples the chance to win the brand's first-ever virtual legal and metaverse wedding package, according to a press release.

Focus Brands brings on restaurant category president, Schlotzsky's chief brand officer

August 26, 2022

Focus Brands, parent company of Auntie Anne's, Carvel, Cinnabon, Jamba, McAlister's Deli, Moe's Southwest Grill and Schlotzsky's, has promoted Shelley Harris…

How to leverage branding to increase growth

by Lisa Buckler — SVP of Growth and Partnerships |, System1

Quick-service restaurants possess some of today's most powerful branding. The right branding can greatly impact a company's potential for growth and is…

Dunkin' to expand in Mexico City

August 26, 2022

Dunkin' has inked a multi-unit licensing agreement for expansion across Mexico City and the greater metropolitan area. Moussali Group will operate the…

The Future Of The Hospitality Industry Is Connected

Make sure your business has all it needs to compete because the future of the hospitality industry is cloud-based and connected.

Andy's Frozen Custard to open in College Station, Texas

August 25, 2022

Andy's Frozen Custard opens Sept. 14 in College Station, Texas, according to a press release.

Whataburger partners with Boys & Girls Clubs

August 25, 2022

Whataburger has partnered with Boys & Girls Clubs in 19 cities to host company volunteer events. The Whataburger Feeding Student Success Back to School…

Finally, an App that Saves Your Store Managers Time & Money

If you don’t have mobile access to real-time performance data for your restaurants, you’re losing money. It’s that simple.

Taco Time Northwest deploys drive-thru digital signage

August 24, 2022

Taco Time Northwest, a chain of 79 Mexican QSRs in western Washington, recently selected LG Business Solutions USA to deploy digital drive-thru menu boards.

McDonald's to test Chicken Big Mac

August 24, 2022

McDonald's will be testing a Chicken Big Mac in the U.S. after a successful trial in the U.K., according to a report in The Washington Post.

Krystal taps Casey Terrell as CMO

August 24, 2022

Krystal has announced that Casey Terrell has been named the company's chief marketing officer. Terrell is a seasoned marketing professional with demonstrated…

Texas Chicken to expand New Zealand footprint

August 23, 2022

Texas Chicken, the international arm of Church's Texas Chicken, has announced a 20-unit expansion deal with existing New Zealand franchisee George…

A&W inks multi-unit deal for Kansas

August 23, 2022

A&W Restaurants has signed a three-unit development deal with father and son team Bud and Stan Keim in Kansas. The first two units will be built in…

Hopdoddy, Taco Bell, BurgerFi, El Pollo Loco execs keynoting Fast Casual Executive Summit

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Leaders will chat about how they are handling labor shortages, supply chain delays and higher food costs during the CEO Roundtable at the annual Fast Casual…

Lower-income households cutting back on restaurant outings

August 22, 2022

Lower-income households are shifting dining habits, likely due to food inflation and a need to reduce food spend, and reducing restaurant visit activity.