News & Media

Budderfly secures $400M to fuel clean energy technology adoption

January 25, 2024

Budderfly, a sustainability partner for commercial businesses with repeatable footprints, has secured $400 million to help fund its next stage of growth and to…

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Jeremiah's Italian Ice celebrating Leap Year with parties, throwback pricing

January 24, 2024

Jeremiah's Italian Ice is launching a campaign aimed at Leap Year. The Leap Back campaign includes a month of promos for its J-List loyalty members. The…

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Church's Texas Chicken highlighted in hot pepper Hulu documentary

January 24, 2024

Church's Texas Chicken has participated in a 10-episode documentary titled "Superhot: The World of Pepper People," where it debuts a signature hot sauce. The…

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Panda Express taps GridPoint to aid in sustainability, lower energy consumption

January 24, 2024

Panda Express has tapped GridPoint, a cleantech company that decarbonizes commercial buildings and accelerates the transition to sustainability, in all U.S.

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L&L Hawaiian Barbecue CEO talks diversity, equity and inclusion

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

On this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, host Mandy Wolf Detwiler, managing editor of Networld Media Group, talks to L&L Hawaiian Barbecue…

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Aniai closes $12M in funding

January 24, 2024

New York City-based Aniai, a robotic company and provider of kitchen solutions, has secured a $12 million pre-Series A funding round.

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Applebee's, Mooyah, The Great Greek analyzing CX data to increase comp sales

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Executives from Applebee's, Mooyah and The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill reveal how their teams use customer data to increase traffic.

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Layne's Chicken Fingers part-owner joins company as CDO

January 23, 2024

Layne's Chicken Fingers has brought on part-owner Eric Reed as the brand's chief development officer, according to a press release.

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Jollibee to open 100th North America location

January 23, 2024

Chicken brand Jollibee will open its 100th North American location on Thursday. The restaurant is in Surrey, British Columbia, according to a press release.

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Wendy's launches breakfast burrito

January 23, 2024

Wendy's has debuted the Breakfast Burrito, available in select regions, according to a press release.

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Big Dave's Cheesesteaks thrives on culture, customer service, training

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Derrick Hayes has three pillars for his cheesesteak brand: customer service, tight training and strict adherence to the brand's culture. Big Dave's…

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How to leverage POS systems for Super Bowl success

by Mo Chaar

POS systems can significantly enhance restaurant performance during this peak period by managing promotions, menu optimizations, loyalty programs and online…

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Golden Chick taps Sharon Pewitt as marketing director

January 22, 2024

Golden Chick has named Sharon Pewitt as director of marketing, according to a press release.

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Pretzelmaker opens in Great Wolf Lodge

January 22, 2024

Pretzelmaker has opened a location at the Great Wolf Lodge in Grand Mound, Washington, according to a press release.

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Krispy Krunchy Chicken releases Cajun Chicken Sandwich

January 22, 2024

Krispy Krunchy Chicken has launched a Cajun Chicken Sandwich, according to a press release.

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Wendy’s taps PepsiCo head as CEO

January 19, 2024

Wendy's has tapped Kirk Tanner as president and CEO. Tanner, who most recently serve as CEO of North American Beverages at PepsiCo Inc., has more than 30 years…

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El Pollo Loco brings back Shredded Chicken Crunchy Taco

January 19, 2024

The Shredded Chicken Crunchy Taco has returned at El Pollo Loco. The taco is made with a new double layer of crunchy, fried corn tortillas filled with shredded…

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McDonald's popular Breakfast Wrap returns, but there's a catch

January 18, 2024

McDonald's is bringing back its popular Breakfast Wrap, but there's a catch — the menu item is only available in the U.K. and Ireland, according to a company…

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