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Plant Power Fast Food teams with comedian Tim Robinson for LTO
October 19, 2023
Plant Power Fast Food has partnered with Tom Robinson, a Michigan-based writer, actor and comedian, to introduce a vegan take on the beloved cult favorite, the…
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HTeaO selects Revel Systems for POS
October 18, 2023
Iced tea franchise HteaO has selected Revel Systems as its POS of choice for 270 new locations, adding to the 80 units already live on Revel's platform…
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Popeyes, Truff partner for spicy chicken offering
October 18, 2023
Popeyes has partnered with Truff seasoning to offer the Spicy Truff Chicken Sandwich. It's available nationwide at $5.99, according to a press release.
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Domino's Pizza names Sam Jackson EVP of human resources
October 18, 2023
Domino's Pizza has named Sam Jackson as its EVP of human resources. Jackson will report to CEO Russell Wiener effective Nov. 4, according to a press release.
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Pizzerias partner with Coca-Cola on reusable bottle initiative
October 18, 2023
Coca-Cola has partnered with local pizzerias to launch its Toss In, Take Out initiative. Consumers in 11 markets can bring in plastic bottles to recycle and…
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Pizza Hut extends late-night hours
October 18, 2023
Pizza Hut has extended its hours and is now open until midnight or later at thousands of locations nationwide. Several restaurants will stay open as late as …
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Customer service still tops for restaurant staff
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, host Mandy Detwiler talks to Zak Omar, CEO of Atomic Wings, an emerging wing brand out of New York City.
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Taco John's to open in Detroit area
October 17, 2023
Taco John's will open a location in Monroe, Michigan, marking the brand's fourth in the state, on Oct. 23. Franchise operator Meritage Hospitality Group is…
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Tork launches restaurant workflow guide
October 16, 2023
Tork, an Essity brand, has launched Tork Workflow for Restaurants, a guide designed to improve experiences for both guests and staff, maximize operational…
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#QSRNext Keynote: Unlocking the secrets of menu innovation with Frisch's CEO
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
James Walker, CEO of Frisch's, will give the keynote address on menu innovation at the #QSRNext half-day event for restaurant executives on Nov. 8 at 10 a.m.
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A&W Canada launches One Cup reusable cup program
October 16, 2023
A&W Canada has launched a reusable cup program dubbed "A&W One Cup." Unlike traditional reusable cup programs, the 'A&W One Cup' stands out for its…
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Krispy Krunchy Chicken partners with Goodr to donate food, hot meals
October 16, 2023
Krispy Krunchy Chicken has partnered with Goodr, a food waste and food insecurity management company, and donated 225 surplus meals and 270 pounds of food to…
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Southern Classic Chicken opens updated prototype in Louisiana
October 16, 2023
Southern Classic Chicken, a fried chicken brand based in Louisiana, has opened a restaurant prototype in Bossier City, Louisiana, according to a press release.
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Haven Hot Chicken wins The Perfect Pitch at the Fast Casual Executive Summit 2023
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Haven Hot Chicken won The Perfect Pitch concept competition at the Fast Casual Executive Summit in Louisville, Kentucky on Oct. 9.
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Antares Group merging with Aprio
October 13, 2023
Antares Group, which provides accounting and financial services to over 1,600 McDonald's restaurants and other quick service and fast casual brands in over 4…
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Casey's trademarks 'The Official Pizza and Beer Headquarters'
October 13, 2023
Convenience-store pizza brand Casey's has trademarked "The Official Pizza and Beer Headquarters," according to a press release.
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Savvy Sliders opens 2nd unit in Texas
October 13, 2023
Michigan-based Savvy Sliders has opened in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, marking the brand's second unit in Texas, according to a press release.
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How to leverage effective POS systems, marketing strategies to increase foot traffic
by Shannon Chirone — SVP, Marketing, HungerRush
A well-implemented POS system is more than just a tool for processing payments; it's a treasure trove of data and insights. By harnessing the capabilities of a…
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McDonald's launches '1 in 8' homecoming initiative
October 12, 2023
McDonald's has found that one in eight Americans have worked at one of its restaurants, leading the brand to launch its "1 in 8" initiative, according to a…
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Wetzel's Pretzels launches 2 kiosks in San Francisco Macy's store
October 12, 2023
Wetzel's Pretzels has opened two Wetzel's bakeries within the Macy's department store in Union Square in San Francisco, according to a press release.
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