How the latest technology, AI are transforming fast-food dining

by Michelle Connolly — Director of Sales, Managed Services & Solutions Group, Panasonic Connect North America

QSRs are increasingly adopting advanced technologies like AI-enabled touchpoints, smart displays and self-service kiosks to meet consumer demands for…

Speaker Spotlight: Troy Hooper, Pepper Lunch CEO

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

Troy Hooper, CEO of Pepper Lunch, shares a look at his career, his achievements and industry trends ahead of his appearance at Fast Casual Executive Summit…

Papa Johns launches Croissant Pizza

June 12, 2025

Papa Johns has released its first-ever Croissant Pizza, pairing the delicate, flaky texture of a buttery croissant with the bold flavors of its pizza…

Krystal to expand South Carolina footprint

June 12, 2025

Krystal will open a location in Walterboro, South Carolina next month. It will be the fifth Krystal restaurant in the state, according to a press release.

Palmer Digital Group's battery operated kiosk helps retail stores advertise

Mandy Detwiler, editor of QRweb and Pizza Marketplace, chats with Chuck Lewis, vice president of Palmer Digital Group about the brand's battery-operated indoor…

Presented by Palmer Digital Group

Taco John's taps Jackie Secor as COO

June 11, 2025

Mexican QSR Taco John's has appointed Jackie Secor as its COO. Secor has more than 25 years of experience leading high-performing teams and driving strategic…

Wetzel's Pretzels opens in Missouri Walmart

June 11, 2025

Wetzel's Pretzels has opened its first Missouri bakery in a Walmart, located in O'Fallon, Missouri, according to a press release.

Krispy Kreme sells remaining ownership in Insomnia Cookies

June 11, 2025

Krispy Kreme has sold its remaining stake in Insomnia Cookies Holdings LLC to Insomnia Cookies and existing shareholders involved in the July 17, 2024 sale of…

proXES Inc. showcases universal mixers, offers supplies to the restaurant industry

proXES Inc. showcased its universal mixers at the National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago. proXES Inc. offers a wide variety of kitchen equipment and…

White paper analyzes 1 vendor approach for restaurant openings

June 10, 2025

Opening a restaurant requires getting many elements in order, especially on the equipment side. This can create a lot of challenges for restaurants trying to…

Papa Johns Canada launches Cheddar Crust Pizza

June 10, 2025

Papa Johns Canada has released a Cheddar Crust Pizza, according to a press release.

Auntie Anne's unveils new store design

June 10, 2025

Auntie Anne's, owned by GoTo Foods, has a new store design with a focus on attracting Gen Z and Millennials, according to a press release.

Jeff's Bagel Run founder says training key to franchisee success

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, Mandy Detwiler, editor of Pizza Marketplace and QSRweb, chats with Jeff's Bagel Run founder Jeff Perera.

Presented by Jeff's Bagel Run

Axiomtek unveils updated kiosks, digital signage players

Axiomtek showcasesthe company’s latest modular kiosks and digital signage players.

Little Caesars launches in India

June 9, 2025

Little Caesars will open its first location in India in Delhi NCR this month, according to a press release.

White Castle teams with Marvel Television's 'Ironheart'

June 9, 2025

White Castle has partnered with Marvel Television's "Ironheart" streaming June 24 on Disney+. Both the QSR and the series have Chicago ties where the show is…

Restaurants using AI tools from NCR Voyix for guest retention, operational efficiency

The company's Aloha Consumer Marketing Solution uses AI to help restaurants personalize outreach and track results, and Aloha Menu and Aloha Smart Manager will…

Esper's tech designed to streamline IT Ops for restaurants

At the National Restaurant Association Show, Cherryh Cansler interviews Esper's Keith Szot about the company's expansion into Linux-based device management.

Use your data or lose your margins

by Oli Ostertag — GM of Operator Cloud, PAR Technology

QSR margins are squeezed by soaring food and labor costs, compounded by potential tariffs. Survival hinges on using existing tech to integrate data, turning…

Smalls Sliders launches Strawberry Swirl Shake

June 6, 2025

Smalls Sliders' latest limited-time treat is the Strawberry Swirl Shake, and it's here for just the summer. The shake is available from now through Aug. 31…