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Why Dominos and Papa John's sales are up in a food service downturn
by Jennifer Wiebe — Marketing Manager, Speedline Solutions
Why are some pizza chains thriving in an overall economic downturn for the restaurant industry? The answers speak volumes about today's customers' demands.
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Taco Bell responds to customers with New Year's resolutions
January 4, 2017
Taco Bell is kicking off 2017 with a series of "resolutions" to its customers and employees, reflecting the kind of brand responsiveness increasingly demanded…
read nowDunkin' goes deep (south) with help from Drew Brees
January 4, 2017
Dunkin' Donuts has partnered with New Orleans Saints Quarterback Drew Brees and existing franchisee, Vik Patel, to develop up to 69 sites in New Orleans, Baton…
read nowLittle Caesar's LTO feeds family for a fiver
January 3, 2017
Little Caesars comes out of the gate swinging in 2017, with two offerings giving customers cash back along with a little something sweet to start 2017. The…
read nowCulver's pays melty homage to the pride of Wisconsin
January 3, 2017
Already renowned for its frozen custard, Culver's is hanging its hat on dairy again to kick off the new year. According to a news release, the chain in…
read nowStudy: QSR and Fast Casual only restaurant segments to see traffic growth in '17
January 3, 2017
If there's a bright spot in the restaurant industry outlook for the year ahead, at least one data analysis and research company believes it will be in the…
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'McVatican' opens to less-than-pleased Cardinals
January 3, 2017
McDonald's may not be in the best graces with Italians these days with its plans for a restaurant near the cherished "Il Duomo" in Florence, and now the…
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Pushing boundaries: Top 10 menu trends of 2017 revealed
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
Combining cuisines from all over the world will be 2017's No. 1 trend. Other trends include spicier flavor profiles, more vegan and veggie options and DIY…
read nowNRDC cries 'foul' on Burger King's antibiotic-raised chicken claims
December 30, 2016
The National Resources Defense Council (NRDC) is crying "foul" on the recent announcement from Burger King and Tim Hortons that the brands will stop purchasing…
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The lucky 13: Twitter features to maximize restaurant marketing
by Seshu Madabushi — Founder & CEO, mKonnekt
Twitter has effectively been our micro-blogging friend for a decade, which has changed the face of marketing because this great promotional tool allows brands…
read nowDollar dogs at Hot Dog on a Stick this January
December 29, 2016
Hot Dog on a Stick is offering $1 turkey or veggie dogs every January Tuesday as part of a customer appreciation promotion that incorporates social media and…
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'If in doubt, leave it out': The lessons in Cinnabon's Carrie Fisher tweet
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Cinnabon's poorly received social media post about Carrie Fisher, upon her death this week, has restaurant leaders talking about how best to prevent such…
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Cinnabon unleashes wrath of internet over Fisher tweet
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Cinnabon is struggling today with a problem that haunts just about every restaurateur in the digital age after the company's social media managers posted what…
read nowKFC China develops customer facial recognition technology to suggest menu items
December 28, 2016
KFC’s Chinese division is creating kiosks that will suggest menu items to customers based on their appearance, according to The Daily Dot. Specifically, the…
read nowBrands usher in 2017 with LTOs
December 28, 2016
All around the fast food universe, chains are preparing to be reborn as newer, better versions of themselves when the new year starts at midnight Saturday.
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5 tips to boost customer loyalty in 2017
by Jon Siegel — CMO, ZBoxDVD
The new year is fast upon us, and with it comes new opportunities for restaurant brands to surprise and delight their customers with engaging and rewarding…
read nowNews items from around the restaurant scene this week
December 22, 2016
Lots of brands are making end-of-year moves that are making a difference in the lives of their customers and communities. Here are a handful of news morsels…
read nowYum declares 1st dividend after split from China business
December 22, 2016
In its first dividend declaration since separation from its China business, Yum Brands Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of 30 cents per share…
read nowGrabbagreen opens first Colorado location
December 21, 2016
Tim Johnson of Green Cherry Hills, LLC made Grabbagreen's Colorado dream a reality, according to a press release. An Orange Theory Fitness franchisee and…
read nowGlobal Q3 restaurant traffic holds it own
December 21, 2016
The restaurant industry worldwide was stable for Q3 2016 and, in fact, performed better than the previous quarter despite numerous events around the globe that…
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