Krystal launches pulled pork lineup

June 16, 2025

Krystal has released a smoky Pulled Pork lineup and Onion Rings available at participating locations while supplies last, according to a press release.

Chick-fil-A quietly adds sandwiches available in just 2 cities

June 16, 2025

Chick-fil-A has added two sandwiches to its menu, but you probably can't get it — they're available to customers in only two cities, according to a Fox News…

Papa Johns launches Croissant Pizza

June 12, 2025

Papa Johns has released its first-ever Croissant Pizza, pairing the delicate, flaky texture of a buttery croissant with the bold flavors of its pizza…

Papa Johns Canada launches Cheddar Crust Pizza

June 10, 2025

Papa Johns Canada has released a Cheddar Crust Pizza, according to a press release.

White Castle teams with Marvel Television's 'Ironheart'

June 9, 2025

White Castle has partnered with Marvel Television's "Ironheart" streaming June 24 on Disney+. Both the QSR and the series have Chicago ties where the show is…

Smalls Sliders launches Strawberry Swirl Shake

June 6, 2025

Smalls Sliders' latest limited-time treat is the Strawberry Swirl Shake, and it's here for just the summer. The shake is available from now through Aug. 31…

Botrista blends tech, flavor in new beverage line

Botrista launches automated beverage platform.

Dunkin' partners with 'cultural tastemaker' Paige DeSorbo on Pink Spritz Refresher

June 3, 2025

Dunkin' has partnered with Paige DeSorbo, known for podcast Giggly Squad and Bravo's "Summer House" for a new drink. The Pink Spritz Refresher is a fizzy…

Whataburger brings back Pico de Gallo Burger at fans' behest

May 29, 2025

Whataburger has received four years and fan requests begging for the return of the Pico de Gallo Burger. The brand has brought back the burger for a limited…

From Florida favorite to franchise frontier: The rise of Cannoli Kitchen Pizza

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Cannoli Kitchen Pizza, a quick-service Italian restaurant that began as a beloved mom-and-pop pizzeria in Boca Raton, is now expanding nationwide through…

Baskin-Robbins teams up with candy brand Trolli for LTO

May 28, 2025

Baskin-Robbins is partnering with candy brand Trolli for its June Flavor of the Month. Trolli Sour Blast is Trolli's first-ever ice cream collaboration…

Graeter's Ice Cream pairs with amusement park King's Island for ice cream creation

May 28, 2025

Graeter's Ice Cream has created Beast Feast: Cookie Dough Unleashed, an LTO flavor inspired by King's Island's well-known rollercoaster, The Beast, according…

Taco Bell partners with Mike's Hot Honey to create spicy sauce

May 22, 2025

Taco Bell has released Mike's Hot Honey Diablo Sauce in partnership with Mike's Hot Honey. It's the first time Mike's Hot Honey has collaborated to create a…

Krispy Kreme collaborates with PAC-MAN

May 20, 2025

Fans unlocked the return of the fan-favorite Strawberry Glazed Doughnuts by helping Krispy Kreme achieve a "high score" of giving away 45,000 free Original…

Casey's teams up with Food Network chef to celebrate pizza's return

May 15, 2025

Casey's has partnered with Food Network star and chef Andrew Zimmern to celebrate the return of the company's BBQ Brisket Pizza. according to a press release.

Haven Hot Chicken founders find room for Nashville hot chicken brand

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Haven Hot Chicken has gone from four stores to nine in just 10 months. Learn how the Connecticut-based brand is growing from its co-founders in our latest…

Botrista Debuts New Beverage Innovations, Expanded AI Capabilities at the National Restaurant Association Show

Botrista debuts new categories including dessert drinks and better for your options like: low calorie, functional, antioxidant, protein beverages, along with…

McDonald's to add its CosMc's drinks to regular menus

May 7, 2025

McDonald's will add its spinoff CosMc's drinks to its regular menu, according to its CEO Chris Kempczinski. During a Q1 earnings call, the Chicago-based burger…

KFC brings back Chicken & Waffles

April 29, 2025

For the first time in five years, chicken and waffles are back on KFC menus nationwide, according to a press release.

Kar's Nuts, Dunkin' launch coffee, donut flavored trail mixes

April 29, 2025

Kar's Nuts, in collaboration with Dunkin', has released two trail mix flavors inspired by Dunkin' beverages and donuts, according to a press release. The Kar's…