Report names best cities for vegans, vegetarians

September 27, 2021

A new report from WalletHub has named 2021's Best Cities for vegan and vegetarians. About 15.2 million U.S. adults are vegan or vegetarian.

Multi-unit franchisors talk expansion plans, issues plaguing growth

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Franchising can be difficult in the best of times, but add in supply chain issues, labor shortages and a pandemic and it can be downright impossible. A panel…

Nathan's Famous partners with Tommy's Diner in France

September 24, 2021

Nathan's Famous has announced a new collaboration with Tommy's Diner, a 50's throwback diner based in France, to offer its hot dogs in all locations across the…

Nathan's Famous partners with Tommy's Diner in France

September 24, 2021

Nathan's Famous has announced a new collaboration with Tommy's Diner, a 50's throwback diner based in France, to offer its hot dogs in all locations across the…

A&W launches Cheddar Weather apparel campaign

September 24, 2021

A&W Restaurants has launched a high-end collection of apparel and accessories to kick off its "Cheddar Weather" campaign, according to a press release.

Chick-fil-A tests new fall milkshake offering

September 24, 2021

Chick-fil-A is testing a new seasonal milkshake and customers in Salt Lake City will help the company decide whether to make it a menu item nationwide…

Whataburger teams with Igloo for iconic merchandise

September 24, 2021

Igloo and Whataburger have teamed up to offer a cooler and fanny pack with the company's signature orange and white stripes, according to a press release. The…

Impossible Pork to launch in Hong Kong

September 24, 2021

Impossible Foods has announced the commercial launch of Impossible Pork Made from Plants on Oct. 4 in Hong Kong and in Singapore later this fall, according to…

Future of ghost kitchens not just smarter, it’s tastier

by Buck Jordan

Ghost kitchens allow brands to test innovations without risk. Buck Jordan, founder & CEO of Wavemaker Labs, believes ghost kitchens provide 24/7 opportunities…

Wendy's, Popeyes execs to discuss menu updates at 1-day virtual seminar

Amy Alarcon, vice president of culinary innovation at Popeyes Louisiana Chicken, and John Li, vice president of culinary innovation of Wendy’s, will discuss…

Multi-unit franchisees to re-introduce A&W to Arnold, Missouri

September 23, 2021

A&W is returning to Arnold, Missouri. With plans to open by mid-October, the new location will be owned by Jim Sprick and Jim Sill. The pair previously…

Franchise experts offer insight, best practices for attaining success

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

Four franchise industry leaders shared tips, insight and best practices for achieving success as a franchise and franchisee at the 2021 Restaurant Franchising…

Sabir Sami promoted to KFC division CEO

September 22, 2021

Yum! Brands, Inc. has announced the promotion of Sabir Sami to KFC division CEO, effective January 1, 2022. Sami, a 12-year veteran of the company, who…

U.S. restaurants continue gradual recovery, dine-in still down

September 21, 2021

Despite inclement weather and the delta variant spread, consumer online and physical restaurant visits continue to recover from last year's steep declines.

Odd Burger to open in Waterloo, Ontario

September 21, 2021

Odd Burger will open a Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, location on Sept. 29. The company recently finished construction on the 1,021-square-foot store, according to…

Wetzel's Pretzels partners with Phillips 66

September 21, 2021

Wetzel's Pretzels has announced a franchise opportunity with the Phillips 66 family of brands, according to a press release. The Wetzel's and Phillips 6…

Andy's Frozen Custard is all about quality and complex simplicity

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Andy's Frozen Custard, which operates 100 stores, follows an operational philosophy of 'complex simplicity' and it's proven key to making the brand a standout…

Retailers challenged by ‘ghosting’ employees

September 21, 2021

The advent and continuation of the coronavirus has made hiring and retaining employees a tough challenge for all businesses big and small, and now a new trend…

Burger King enters crypto game to celebrate new meals

September 21, 2021

To continue the hype around the Burger King Keep It Real Meals, Burger King is partnering with NFT marketplace Sweet to deliver digital collectibles via…

Many QSR customers not happy with drive-thrus, would welcome automation

September 21, 2021

More than half of Americans, 65%, who visited QSRs in the last six months have had an unpleasant drive-thru experience, according to a Harris Poll survey…