News & Media

Pizzaiolo shares tips to make dough stand out

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Most dough consists of flour, salt, yeast and water. But it's what you add to your dough that really adds the flavor.

How to motivate franchisees to adhere to standardized processes

September 12, 2023

In the dynamic world of the franchise industry, ensuring that franchise operators adhere to standardized processes is crucial for achieving consistency and…

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How Dave's Hot Chicken wins with authenticity

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

Dave's Hot Chicken went from a parking lot pop-up to a fast casual juggernaut. The opening keynote at the Interactive Customer Experience Summit in Charlotte…

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Layne's Chicken Fingers to open in Beaumont, Texas

September 11, 2023

Layne's Chicken Fingers will open a location in Beaumont, Texas, in October under the helm of franchisee Masroor Fatany, according to a press release.

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Wendy's adds pumpkin spice to menu with 2 offerings

September 11, 2023

ICYMI, Wendy's is bringing its own pumpkin spice offerings to the market with the Pumpkin Spice Frosty and Pumpkin Spice Frosty Cream Cold Brew. The LTO menu…

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White Castle celebrates 5 years of Impossible Sliders with offer

September 11, 2023

White Castle has been selling its Impossible Sliders for five years, and the Columbus, Ohio-based brand became the first fast-food outlet to sell them in 2018…

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McDonald’s to replace self-serve beverages

September 8, 2023

McDonald's will be transitioning away from self-serve beverage stations in dining rooms across the U.S. by 2032, according to an email from a company…

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Little Caesars launches 4-Quarter Calzony

September 8, 2023

Little Caesars has introduced the 4-Quarter Calzony to its menu, according to a press release.

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Howdy Homemade Ice Cream becomes official ice cream of soccer club

September 8, 2023

Howdy Homemade Ice Cream has been named the official ice cream brand of the Lubbock Matadors Soccer Club in Lubbock, Texas, according to a press release.

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Twisted by Wetzel's will open 2nd LA-area location this fall

September 8, 2023

Wetzel's Pretzels will open a second Twisted by Wetzel's location in California this fall, according to a press release.

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Subway replaces MyWay loyalty program with MVP Rewards

September 8, 2023

Subway is retiring it MyWay loyalty program and replacing it with a program called MVP Rewards.

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Hardee's, Carl's Jr. hires 2 for executive roles

September 7, 2023

CKE Restaurant Holdings, parent company to the Hardee's and Carl's Jr. brands, has appointed Jennifer Tate to CMO and Mike Lenihan to CFO, according to a press…

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Jet's Pizza introduces popcorn chicken to menu

September 7, 2023

Jet's Pizza has introduced popcorn chicken to its menu, as well as four new pizzas, a salad and a side, available through the end of the year, according to a…

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Taco Bell celebrates trademark win with DoorDash freebie

September 6, 2023

In celebration of liberating the Taco Tuesday trademark so restaurants can freely use "Taco Tuesday," Taco Bell will pay for tacos on Sept. 12 for fans and…

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Savvy Sliders to open first Texas unit

September 6, 2023

Michigan-based Savvy Sliders will open its first store in Texas, in San Antonio, on Sept. 7. A grand opening celebration is expected, according to a press…

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5 tips to design a solid background check policy

by Jeff Ernste — Chief Sales Marketing Officer, Orange Tree Employment Screening

Employee background checks, now an integral part of the hiring process, have been widely adopted by organizations across the country. Is it right for the QSR…

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Webinar explores tools White Castle tapped to revolutionize operations, reduce labor

September 5, 2023

In today's fast-paced business landscape, efficiency is the name of the game. Multi-site operations face unique challenges in streamlining processes and…

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Wendy's offers $1 coupon books for its foundation

September 5, 2023

Wendy's Frosty Boo! Books are back with a sidekick — Warner Bros. The brands have teamed up to offer a DC-inspired coupon book for $1, with proceeds going to…

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