Savory CEO to detail ‘Savory System’ growth strategy at Fast Casual Executive Summit

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

Shauna Smith, Savory co-founder, and CEO Clay Dover, will share insight on the company’s “Savory System,” which is a roadmap on building a management…

Backed by social media demand, Panda Express returns hot orange chicken

July 10, 2026

Panda Express has relaunched the chain's Hot Orange Chicken. The limited-time sandwich will be available July 11, just ahead of National Chicken Day, July 15…

A masterclass in munchies: Why Kahala Brands is betting big on twist and scoop

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Kahala Brands is pairing Cold Stone Creamery and Wetzel’s Pretzels under one roof as a strategic co-branding initiative designed to reduce franchisee overhead…

Irv’s Burgers continues Nevada growth

July 9, 2026

Irv's Burgers is continuing its expansion across Southern Nevada with the opening of a new restaurant inside Green Valley Ranch Resort & Casino & Spa…

Kylie Jenner brings her King Kylie era to Dunkin' with summer menu

July 8, 2026

Dunkin' has partnered with Kylie Jenner to launch The King Kylie Collection, a limited-time lineup of pink summer beverages inspired by her persona, according…

Evolution of the LTO: How TikTok is driving menu innovation

by Valerie Gritton

Designed to inspire, entertain and spark conversation, TikTok has transformed everyday menu items — and customers — into viral sensations. Welcome to the next…

The World Pizza champion who 'Let go to grow'

13-time world pizza champion Tony Gemignani spent 17 years honing his craft before betting on himself. In this episode of Founderology - Built to Breakthrough…

The 6 Best Team Chat Apps for Restaurant Teams

Restaurant teams all work a little differently, but they all need organized team communication. Here's what to look for, plus the 6 best team chat apps for…

Burger King extends chicken sandwich lineup

July 7, 2026

Burger King has announced the launch of two new additions to its Original Chicken Sandwich lineup: the Loaded Jalapeño Original Chicken Sandwich and the Club…

KFC opens 60th Scotland location

July 6, 2026

KFC has opened its first restaurant in Airdrie, marking the brand's 60th location in Scotland, according to a press release.

The top 3 priorities for Founder success in 2026

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

To succeed in 2026's highly competitive market, businesses must focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional customer experiences across all channels…

How Pizza Hut unified global customer feedback into one powerful CX ecosystem

See how Pizza Hut partnered with SMG to bring together feedback from surveys, review sites, and third-party delivery platforms—creating a more complete view of…

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Rethinking the drive-thru experience for today’s conscious consumer

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

To combat modern drive-thru challenges like slow service and order inaccuracies, quick-service restaurants are adopting incremental tech upgrades — such as…

Krispy Krunchy Chicken launches national giveaway

July 2, 2026

Krispy Krunchy Chicken is celebrating National Fried Chicken Day — July 6 — with a customer giveaway totaling $1,000. The company has announced 10 winners will…

Papa Johns appoints interim CFO as Ravi Thanawala departs

July 1, 2026

Papa John's International Inc. has restructured its executive team after the departure of chief financial officer Ravi Thanawala, who is resigning to assume a…

Church's Texas Chicken launches catering program

July 1, 2026

Church's Texas Chicken has launched a nationwide catering program designed to streamline large-group dining for family gatherings, office lunches and community…

How Bojangles turned drive-thru consistency into business growth

See how Bojangles improved drive-thru performance with AI, operational insights, and a focus on consistency

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Rita’s Italian Ice opens 1st of 4 planned DFW drive-thru locations

June 30, 2026

Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard will open its doors July 1 in North Richland Hills, marking the beginning of an expansion across North Texas, according…

KFC, Jackass partner to make sure you don’t blow your finger lickin' fingers off this 4th of July

June 30, 2026

KFC has teamed up with the "Jackass: Best and Last" film for an irreverent PSA to remind fans to keep their fingers safe this 4th of July holiday, according to…

How Velvet Taco CEO Chris Schultz scales a cult brand without losing its soul

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

During his keynote at the Fast Casual Executive Summit in Texas, Chris Schultz will discuss restaurant growth, brand culture, leadership, international…