Tapping data to drive personalized guest experiences in the restaurant

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

Top restaurant leaders will share insight on how to leverage data analytics and loyalty programs to deliver personalized experiences at the upcoming Fast…

From Naya's simplicity to Hook & Reel's scaled hospitality: Unpacking catering success at leadership summit

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

The free summit features industry experts, including Alexis Ortiz, senior catering manager at Naya, and Margaret Monahan, of Vertex Hospitality Group, offering…

Jet's Pizza launches sweepstakes for National Detroit-Style Pizza Day

June 20, 2025

Michigan-based Jet's Pizza will launch a sweepstakes for National Detroit-Style Pizza Day on Jun 23. On that day, customers can order Detroit-style pizzas…

Speaker Spotlight: Carl Comeaux, Crust Pizza Co. CEO

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Carl Comeaux, CEO of Crust Pizza Co., shares a look at his career, his achievements and industry trends ahead of his appearance at Fast Casual Executive Summit…

Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken has disbelievers eating their famous last words in latest ad campaign

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken has a new advertising campaign aimed at having "doubters eating their famous last words" about the chicken brand. QSRweb talked to…

HungerRush data shows diners want speed, accuracy, personalization from QSRs

June 19, 2025

Cloud software provider HungerRush conducted a consumer survey revealing how inflation, evolving consumer expectations and technology preferences are reshaping…

Del Taco enters North Carolina

June 19, 2025

Del Taco has opened its first location in North Carolina. The restaurant is located in Durham and is operated by RAM Restaurants Inc., according to a press…

Blue Moon Pizza ready to take center stage

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, host Mandy Detwiler, editor of PizzaMarketplace.com and QSRweb.com, chats with Jordan Krolick, president of…

Sonic begins Live Free Fridays with freebies this summer

June 18, 2025

Beginning June 20, Sonic is launching Live Free Fridays, a weekly celebration with exclusive in-app offers, according to a press release.

6 key trends shaping the future of commerce in 2025

June 17, 2025

To meet evolving consumer expectations, retailers and restaurants must prioritize convenience and personalization, according to the 2025 Commerce Experience…

Miso's robot fry cooks get a boost from Roboworx

June 17, 2025

Miso Robotics, a provider of restaurant technology and AI kitchen automation, including Flippy Fry Station robots in Jack in the Box and White Castle, has…

Yum Brands promotes Chris Turner to CEO

June 17, 2025

Yum Brands has promoted its chief financial and franchise officer to CEO effective Oct. 1, 2025, according to a press release.

Hunt Brothers Pizza releases BBQ Chicken Pizza LTO

June 17, 2025

Hunt Brothers Pizza has released its latest LTO, the BBQ Chicken Pizza. It's available while supplies last, according to a press release.

Little Caesars teams up with Marvel Studios for pizza release

June 17, 2025

Little Caesars has teamed up with Marvel Studios to create the Fantastic Four-N-One Pizza to celebrate the release of "The Fantastic Four: First Steps," in…

From Teen Entrepreneur to Hospitality Powerhouse - Daniella Senior’s Mission to Scale the Colada Shop

This week on Founderology, I sat down with powerhouse entrepreneur Daniella Senior — the Founder and CEO of Colada Shop, Bresca, Serenata and Zumo. You’ll hear…

Kraft Heinz eliminating artificial colors from US products

June 17, 2025

The Kraft Heinz Company will remove all food, drug and cosmetic colors from its U.S. product portfolio by the end of 2027. Effective immediately, the company…

Reducing indirect vendor overcharges for restaurants

by Larry Levine — Expense Reduction Consultant, P3 Cost Analysts

Restaurant operators face financial pressure from various costs and declining customer visits, with many overlooking potential savings in "fixed costs" like…

Krystal launches pulled pork lineup

June 16, 2025

Krystal has released a smoky Pulled Pork lineup and Onion Rings available at participating locations while supplies last, according to a press release.

Chick-fil-A quietly adds sandwiches available in just 2 cities

June 16, 2025

Chick-fil-A has added two sandwiches to its menu, but you probably can't get it — they're available to customers in only two cities, according to a Fox News…

Checkers & Rally's opens stand-alone unit in Houston

June 16, 2025

Checkers & Rally's will open a standalone location in Houston this month. The restaurant is under the helm of husband-and-wife duo Salimah and Aqeel…