Lessons from a 'Mac and Cheese Millionaire'

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Erin Wade, founder of Homeroom Mac+Cheese and the author of "The Mac and Cheese Millionaire," joins Kathleen Wood on the Founderology podcast.

QSRweb.com unveils fresh new look as part of Networld Media Group’s 25th anniversary

February 17, 2025

Big things are happening at Networld Media Group! As we celebrate our 25th anniversary, we're kicking things off with a bold new look for our media websites …

KFC promotes Catherine Tan-Gillespie to president

February 17, 2025

Louisville, Kentucky-based Kentucky Fried Chicken has promoted Catherine Tan-Gillespie to president of KFC U.S. effective April 1, according to a press release.

In-N-Out Burger to move West Coast corporate offices to Los Angeles County

February 17, 2025

In-N-Out Burger will move its West Coast corporate offices from Orange County to Baldwin Park in Los Angeles County by 2029, according to a Los Angeles…

Church's Texas Chicken makes Hollywood debut, wants to pay customers' rent

February 17, 2025

Church's Texas Chicken made its Hollywood debut recently in the TriStar Pictures comedy "One of Them Days." To celebrate the film's release in theaters and at…

Mr. Charlie's Told Me So celebrates anniversary with cassava ice cream, Mike Tyson chocolate ear

February 14, 2025

Plant-based QSR Mr. Charlie's Told Me so will celebrate the third anniversary of its flagship La Brea restaurant in Los Angeles today.

From prep to profit: How honeygrow is tackling rising costs with AI automation

by Fast Casual

Honeygrow recently turned to back-of-house AI to streamline its operations and tackle the challenges of managing a busy kitchen.

Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard makes c-suite hires

February 14, 2025

Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard has hired Lawrence Brown as CDO, while Carmela Hughley steps in as SVP of marketing insights and innovation, according…

Speaker Spotlight: Mohaimina 'Mina' Haque, CEO of Tony Roma’s

Mina Haque, CEO of Tony Roma's, shares a look at her career, her achievements and industry trends ahead of her appearance at Restaurant Franchising …

Krystal building on legacy with new prototype

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Krystal is building on its legacy by remodeling six restaurants in Georgia with the brand's new prototype designed to bring in new and returning customers.

Cold Stone Creamery serving franchise opportunities in Nashville

February 13, 2025

Cold Stone Creamery plans to expand the brand's presence in Nashville, Tennessee, including 10 locations over the next five years, according to a press release.

Lee's Famous Recipe expands to Flint, Michigan

February 13, 2025

Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken will open a location in Flint, Michigan, on Feb. 17 with a grand opening celebration scheduled for Feb. 20. The location is the…

Stoner's Pizza Joint CEO talks economy, that kitschy name

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Stoner's Pizza Joint CEO John Stetson talks to podcast host Mandy Detwiler about weathering the economy, competing in a saturated market and that eponymous…

White Castle names Melissa Palmisciano VP, general counsel

February 12, 2025

White Castle has promoted Deputy General Counsel Melissa Palmisciano to VP and general counsel, according to a press release.

Layne’s Chicken Fingers to open 9 restaurants in 90 days

February 12, 2025

Layne's Chicken Fingers is expected to open nine restaurants in 90 days as part of its growth plan, according to a press release.

Nanonation, Factor4 link loyalty programs to ordering kiosks

February 11, 2025

Nanonation and Factor4 have formed a strategic partnership that integrates Factor4's loyalty program platform with Nanonation's ordering kiosk solution for…

HTeaO partners with soda brand Poppi to create line of drinks

February 11, 2025

Iced tea brand HTeaO has partnered with prebiotic soda brand poppi to create a line of drinks that blends tea and soda, according to a press release.

Subway Canada makes key staff appointments

February 11, 2025

Subway Canada has made two key staff appointments. Dennie Downie is the head of marketing of Canada and Reza Kouhang is the head of development for Canada…

Domino's offers any crust, any toppings for $9.99

February 11, 2025

Domino's Pizza is offering customers any size, any crust and any toppings on a pizza for $9.99 when ordered online from now until March 2, according to a press…

Do you know what part of your marketing spend is actually working?

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

A panel at the Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit in Myrtle Beach will look at how brands are wasting their marketing money and how to get the most out…