NRA releases 6th COVID-19 operating guidance

July 9, 2021

The National Restaurant Association released its sixth COVID-19 Operating Guidance edition today to incorporate the latest guidance on subjects like indoor…

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Welbilt welcomes Ali Holding’s revised $4.8B takeover bid

July 9, 2021

Welbilt has welcomed a revised unsolicited takeover proposal from Ali Holding S.r.l. as a "company superior proposal," based on Welbilt's previously announced…

Tyson chicken recall grows to 9M pounds

July 9, 2021

Tyson Foods Inc.'s chicken recall, announced July 3, has increased from the initial 8.5 million pounds to nearly 9 million pounds following an update announced…

Restaurant labor shortage not going anywhere fast

July 9, 2021

Black Box Intelligence has dug up some interesting labor shortage data in recent weeks revealing that it's an ongoing issue with many layers.

How proximity engagement turbo-charges QSR loyalty

by Andrew Steele — CEO, LighthousePE

The mere presence of a loyalty program is no guarantee that a QSR will draw and retain customers, as such programs have now become the price of admission in…

Nearly 400 restaurants launch plant-based 'chicken' 10 years in the making

July 8, 2021

As a lot of restaurateurs know, one of the toughest area's of the plant-based realm to conquer has traditionally been with a chicken-taste-alike protein.

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SynergySuite raises $7M in equity, debt with help from LAGO Innovation Fund

July 8, 2021

SynergySuite, a back-of-house restaurant technology producer, has raised $7 million from equity and debt, according to a company press release. The…

Oracle acquires GloriaFood to expand cloud POS platform apps

July 8, 2021

Oracle has acquired GloriaFood, an online ordering and marketing platform, to extend its Oracle Micros Simphony Cloud POS platform.

July 22 webinar tells why what you put on your restaurant TVs really matters

July 8, 2021

Restaurateurs have heard it a thousand times: Brands that provide the best experiences are the ones that win customers for life. But what is your restaurant…

A very 'McRewarding' Day: McDonald's kicks off its 1st loyalty program

July 8, 2021

As of today, the Golden Arches most golden customers can finally show their love for McDonald's via the MyMcDonald's Rewards program that is kicking off…

CKE's international president keynoting 1-day virtual event

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2 pizza execs revealing journey to online ordering

July 7, 2021

Although building an online ordering site is crucial, it can get expensive and time-consuming if you aren't fully prepared for the challenge.

Carl's Jr ramps up expansion down under

July 7, 2021

Carl's Jr. parent company, CKE Restaurants Holdings Inc. signed a master franchise agreement with CJ's QSR Group to expand the burger brand's Australian…

Wendy's giving away burgers, fries over next week

July 7, 2021

Wendy's is in a generous mood this July, with offers for both a free burger on Thursday, July 8, and free large fries on July 13, according to an email from…

Cinnaholic expects 26 openings this year

July 7, 2021

Gourmet cinnamon roll QSR, Cinnaholic, said it's in something of a growth spurt, having signed 16 more franchise agreements already this year, while also…

Study identifies maximum restaurant delivery 'doughnut' area

July 7, 2021

How wide an area should a restaurant focus on for maximum profit from delivery orders? Well, according to the research from delivery software provider, Vromo…

Panda Express pledges $5M to pediatric healthcare group

July 7, 2021

Panda Express has pledged $5 million to the California-based pediatric healthcare system, known as CHOC, as part of the Panda Cares Center of Hope…