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Burger-flipping robot gets $10M 'bonus'
February 23, 2018
Miso Robotics, creator of the burger-flipping robot that will soon debut at 50 Caliburger locations, has raised $10 million in a Series B funding round led…
read nowSubway kicks off new loyalty program in March
February 23, 2018
Next month, Subway will launch MyWay Rewards, a loyalty program customized to the user from enrollment through redemption, according to a press release. The…
read nowJack in the Box moves toward 'less capital-intensive' business model
February 22, 2018
Jack in the Box Q1 financial results for the period ending Jan. 21 were in line with what leadership expected, according to Chairman and CEO Lenny Comma, who…
read nowWendy's Q4, FY 2017 results show big benefit from new tax code
February 22, 2018
The Wendy's Company preliminary unaudited Q4 results for the period ending Dec. 31 show North American average unit volume growth at an all-time high of $1.6…
read nowTaco Bell trounces Burger King, Domino's outdoes Pizza Hut, KFC catches up
February 22, 2018
Taco Bell has overtaken Burger King in sales, according to a comparison by research firm Technomic on last year's sales data. The company still puts…
read nowThe solution to the soggy home-delivered fry?
February 21, 2018
The increasing emphasis on restaurant delivery has brought all kinds of new problems to the table, like how do you keep fries hot and crispy on the delivery…
read nowDunkin' Donuts immersed itself in nontraditional sites last year
February 20, 2018
Dunkin' Donuts U.S. franchisees opened more than 86 new nontraditional locations last year, including more units in hotels, rest stops and travel centers, and…
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KFC UK handles implausible chicken shortage with class
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
KFC has shown some real public relations prowess in its handling of the nearly unfathomable problem of running out of its main product —chicken — in the U.K.
read nowCarl's Jr., Hardee's split into separate brands, Carl's kicks off ad campaign
February 19, 2018
CKE Restaurants Inc. is separating the Carl's Jr. and Hardee's brands to create a distinct identity for each, starting with Carl's Jr. CKE selected Havas…
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Garbanzo 'rolls' out roving approach to new market entry
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
Garbanzo's approach to entering a new market's competitive fray takes a decidedly mobile bent in St. Louis.
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As QSRs rush to deliver, watch out for this costly oversight (Part 1 of 2)
by Brian Schaaf — Founder, Mileage Scout
Delivery has become something of a QSR panacea lately as increasing numbers of consumers opt to eat in the office or at home. But, before jumping on board…
read nowNestle Toll House Cafe by Chip expands again in Canada
February 15, 2018
Ziad S. Dalal, president of Crest Foods, Inc., the franchisor of Nestle Toll House Cafe by Chip franchisor Crest Foods said he's signed a three-unit deal for…
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What the AR burger waiting in the wings could mean for QSRs
by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator
One company is working to push menu boards into the future through a glasses-free augmented reality experience called HoloLamp, which delivers virtual menu…
read nowReport: Limited service, fine dining win '17 sales growth race
February 14, 2018
In its latest report research company Technomic said the 500 chains it recognizes as industry leaders have, for the second straight year, experienced slow…
read nowGrubHub partners with Foursquare, picks top dishes in 5 major metros
February 13, 2018
Just a week after announcing a partnership with Yum Brands to deliver Taco Bell and KFC nationally, GrubHub is expanding its partnership with Foursquare…
read nowHappy Valentine's Day QSRs: PayByCar launches in pilot test
February 13, 2018
Verdeva Inc. has launched an in-vehicle payment solution, PayByCar, that uses toll transponders to simplify and speed up nontoll transactions such as QSR…
read nowArby's puts some spice in seasonal fish offering
February 13, 2018
With Christians' observance of Lent starting Feb. 14, Arby's is adding Nashville Hot fish as a twist on the Nashville hot chicken craze of late, a news release…
read nowA&W signs largest multilocation pact since acquisition from Yum
February 13, 2018
A&W Restaurants Inc. has signed its largest multi-unit deal since a group of franchisees bought the brand from Yum nearly seven years ago. The agreement…
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Electrify loyalty by plugging in these 3 approaches
by Michela Baxter — director, helloworld
Brands across industries are dedicating time and resources to rewarding consumers for their purchases and continued engagement. With the prevalence of loyalty…
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Cousins Subs focuses on making 'local' central to the brand
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
It's a truth that reveals itself over and over again that sometimes the best of everything can be found right in your own backyard. When it comes to that…
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