Baskin-Robbins Canada nets 3-year deal with Raptors 905 basketball team

November 2, 2023

Baskin-Robbins Canada has inked a three-year sponsorship agreement with the Raptors 905, the Mississauga-based Toronto Raptors basketball affiliate and only…

Subway offers new loyalty members a big boost

November 1, 2023

Subway will match loyalty programs earned in other restaurant programs for new Subway MVP Rewards members in celebration of National Sandwich Day.

Robotics company Aniai establishes U.S. headquarters, adds to exec team

November 1, 2023

AI-powered robotics company Aniai has established its headquarters in New York City and has added a new executive member to its leadership team, according to a…

Taco Bell scholarship period opens for applications

November 1, 2023

Taco Bell has opened the application period for its annual Live Más Scholarship. The brand will provide up to $10 million in scholarships and resources.

Toast launches app, enhances POS system

November 1, 2023

Restaurant tech platform Toast has launched a mobile app and an enhanced POS experience, according to a press release.

Brentwood, California Taco Bell reopens after remodel

November 1, 2023

Taco Bell has opened a newly renovated unit in Brentwood, California. The restaurant is owned and operated by the Diversified Restaurant Group, according to a…

Jack in the Box opens 1st Kentucky unit, inks deal for 6 more in state

October 31, 2023

Jack in the Box has opened its first restaurant in Kentucky and it's located in Louisville. It's the brand's second new market entry in the past three months…

Yoshinoya adds Tokyo Fried Chicken to menu

October 31, 2023

Japanese rice bowl brand Yoshinoya is adding Tokyo Fried Chicken to its menu. The Tokyo Fried Chicken is Yoshinoya's take on an authentic Japanese favorite…

Popeyes, FAT Brands execs talk about challenges facing women in the lead

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

October 31, 2023

A session titled "Women in the Lead" will bring together two remarkable leaders in the food industry, Amy Alarcon and Jenn Johnston, to discuss their journeys…

Webinar: How location intelligence trends shape fast casual, dining sectors

October 31, 2023

In a bid to unlock the secrets behind the booming fast casual and wider dining industry, a free webinar, "Restaurants in 2024: A Data-Driven Outlook," will…

Primo Partners secures lease for 16th Ben & Jerry's unit

October 30, 2023

Primo Partners, a multi-unit franchise group of Ben & Jerry's, has secured a lease for a unit in Greenville, South Carolina. The move brings the group's…

Fast-food market to grow by $123.4B from 2022 to 2027

October 30, 2023

The fast-food market is estimated to grow by $123.43 billion from 2022 to 2027, according to a report by Technavio. The segment will grow at a CAGR of 3.28%…

Andy’s Frozen Custard partners with Dallas Mavericks

October 27, 2023

Andy's Frozen Custard has partnered with the Dallas Mavericks, naming the brand as The Official Frozen Treat Sponsor of the team. As part of the sponsorship…

Plant Power Fast Food debuts black bean-based burger patty

October 27, 2023

Plant Power Fast Food has introduced the Hippie Patty in time for World Vegan Day on Nov. 1. The patty is comprised of black beans, poblano peppers, chipotle…

Jimmy John's franchisee inks deal for 7 Toppers Pizza units

October 27, 2023

Wisconsin-based Toppers Pizza has inked a seven-unit deal with new franchisee Corbett Harris, a resident of Greenville, North Carolina, for the Greenville…

SoundHound AI survey finds nearly 8 in 10 diners believe AI assistants will take over most food ordering within years

October 26, 2023

Nearly 80% of diners believe AI assistants will take over food ordering duties in the next few years, according to a press release and report by AI firm…

Taco John's reopens Rapid City, South Dakota location

October 26, 2023

Taco John's is reopening its Rapid City, South Dakota, restaurant today. The Campbell Streete location was the brand's first franchisee-owned location…

Jollibee to open 2nd location in Washington

October 26, 2023

Chicken chain Jollibee will open its second location in Washington on Oct. 29, according to a press release.

Checkers and Rally's opens corporate unit in Orlando

October 26, 2023

Checkers and Rally's has opened a corporate unit in Orlando at 10793 South John Young Parkway, according to a press release.

McDonald's to get rid of McFlurry spoons

October 25, 2023

The McFlurry spoon is on its last leg. Chicago-based burger chain McDonald's is retiring the dessert spoon in favor of a more sustainable option, according to…