Ghost kitchens feeding revenue stream for virtual food brands

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The ghost kitchen offers an opportunity for companies already operating a kitchen to expand delivery sales to include 'virtual' food brands. Sisto Perez, of…

NASCAR driver Anthony Alfredo to drive for Andy's Frozen Custard

April 12, 2023

Live Fast Motorsports driver Anthony Alfredo partnered with Andy's Frozen Custard to pilot the #78 Chevy Camaro during this weekend's NASCAR race, according to…

BurgerFi, TASK execs discuss cooking up customer loyalty with digital innovation

by Daniel Brown — Editor, Networld Media Group

At the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit in Miami hosted by Networld Media Group, industry thought leaders shared strategies for success and growth…

How customer service, tech help restaurants win

April 11, 2023

Customer service is at the heart of every brand. Consumers expect it, and restaurants strive to create the best experience possible for their customers.

Taco Bell brings back Nacho Fries for 9th time

April 11, 2023

Nacho Fries are returning to Taco Bell on April 13 for the ninth time. The taco brand is also teaming up with Austin, Texas-based Yellowbird Hot Sauce to…

White Castle brings back ghost pepper 1921 Slider

April 11, 2023

The 1921 Slider with ghost pepper cheese is making its return at White Castle, according to a press release.

Great American Cookies offers Tax Day BOGO deal

April 10, 2023

Great American Cookies is offering a BOGO deal for its Cookie Cake Slices ahead of Tax Day, according to a press release.

NASCAR driver Bubba Wallace meets fans at Tennessee McDonald's

April 10, 2023

NASCAR driver Bubba Wallace worked the drive-thru and met fans at a McDonald's in Blountville, Tennessee on April 8, according to a WCYB report.

Domino's Pizza releases ordering on Apple Car Play

April 10, 2023

Domino's Pizza fans can now order via Domino's iOS app on Apple Car Play, according to a press release.

Whataburger, Academy Sports + Outdoors create 2nd line of branded merchandise

April 7, 2023

Whataburger has teamed up with Academy Sports + Outdoors to release its second Magellan Outdoors x Whataburger co-branded apparel and product line, according…

McDonald's to lay off hundreds, shutter 10 field offices

April 7, 2023

As part of a corporate restructuring, McDonald's plans to close offices and will lay off hundreds of employees, according to a Business Insider report.

Papa Johns franchisee to open 650 restaurants in India

April 7, 2023

Papa John's International Inc. has announced a partnership with PJP Investments Group to open 650 restaurants in India by 2033, with the first scheduled to…

3 tips for getting the most out of loyalty programs

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

April 7, 2023

Loyalty programs are more intuitive than ever, and the stakes are high for customer data. Here are three tips to get the most out of your loyalty programs from…

Chick-fil-A awards more than $25M in scholarships

April 6, 2023

Chick-fil-A has awarded more than $25 million in scholarships in 2023. The brand split the amount between 13,000 employees and 13 community service-minded…

West Virginia Little Caesars raises money for police K-9 teams

April 6, 2023

Little Caesars in Ohio County, West Virginia, have kicked off their annual Pizza Pizza Paws Campaign to benefit police K-9 handlers in the state, according to…

KFC Canada creates 'Twosdays' deal for limited time

April 6, 2023

KFC Canada is offering two pieces of chicken for $2.99, according to a press release.

Coffee outlook: Demand strong despite faltering consumer confidence

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Consumers still want to spend money on coffee, but some product preferences are changing and external macroeconomic factors are concerning.

Breakfast traffic driving restaurant recovery

April 6, 2023

The morning meal is the prime driver in helping the U.S. restaurant industry recover from pandemic-related losses.

Checkers & Rally's create drive-thru game show

April 5, 2023

Drive-thru restaurant chains Checkers & Rally's have created a new "Rule the Drive-Thru" weekly game show. The show, which debuted April 3, surprises…

Pizza Hut releases bucket hat resembling red roof, lampshades

April 5, 2023

Pizza Hut and culinary collective Chain have created a Hut Hat that brings together two of the brand's iconic aspects – the red roof and lampshades. The bucket…