Bojangles signs deal to enter Chicago suburbs

April 18, 2023

Bojangles has inked a deal that will introduce the brand to Chicago. Ron Harper of RMS Family Restaurants LLC will bring three restaurants to the Chicago…

Golden Chick introduces Big & Wicked Chicken Sandwich

April 18, 2023

Texas-based Golden Chick has brought back a popular limited-time offering, the Big & Wicked Chicken Sandwich. It's available now through June 11, according…

McDonald’s debuts improvement tweaks to classic burgers in U.S.

April 17, 2023

McDonald's, which debuted its first burger 68 years ago, has been busy tweaking some of its classic burgers, including the iconic Big Mac, to make them even…

Dunkin' adds Butter Pecan flavoring to permanent menu

April 17, 2023

Dunkin' had added Butter Pecan Swirl to its permanent menu beginning April 26, according to a press release.

Restaurant prices outpacing grocery since inflation hit

April 13, 2023

Restaurant prices are increasing faster than grocery costs for the first time since inflation became a bigger consumer issue over the past year.

Taco Bell brings back Nacho Fries for 9th time

April 11, 2023

Nacho Fries are returning to Taco Bell on April 13 for the ninth time. The taco brand is also teaming up with Austin, Texas-based Yellowbird Hot Sauce to…

White Castle brings back ghost pepper 1921 Slider

April 11, 2023

The 1921 Slider with ghost pepper cheese is making its return at White Castle, according to a press release.

Coffee outlook: Demand strong despite faltering consumer confidence

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Consumers still want to spend money on coffee, but some product preferences are changing and external macroeconomic factors are concerning.

Blimpie releases 2 pizza subs

April 3, 2023

Blimpie has released two pizza subs, according to a press release.

Arby’s introduces King’s Hawaiian Sweet Heat Sandwiches

April 3, 2023

Arby's has introduced King's Hawaiian Sweet Heat Sandwiches. The sandwiches are available in two options — Crispy Chicken and Beef 'n Brisket, according to a…

Subway unveils Pickleball Club sandwich

March 30, 2023

Subway has unveiled the Pickleball Club, which will arrive in stores across the country on April 27. The brand teamed up with tennis legend Andy Roddick to…

White Castle, beer company partner on 2nd brew

March 30, 2023

White Castle and Evil Genius Beer Company have created another beer, according to a press release.

Water waste & the power of conservation

Water waste and dysfunction in the water cycle shape health, agriculture, economics, education, and sanitation across the globe, but it equally impacts your…

Pretzel Crust Pizza returns to Little Caesars

March 28, 2023

Little Caesars' Pretzel Crust Pizza has returned to U.S. restaurants. The Pretzel Crust Pizza was first released in 2014 as a limited-time promotion, according…

Study links coffee to reduced diabetes risk

March 28, 2023

A new study confirms prior studies indicating a link between coffee consumption and a reduced risk of Type 2 diabetes, according to a medicalnewstoday.com…

Dunkin' introduces Breakfast Tacos

March 27, 2023

Dunkin' has introduced Breakfast Tacos to its menu line-up. They start with a warm tortilla and are made with scrambled eggs, sharp white cheddar cheese…

Pizza Hut Japan releases cilantro-topped pizza for LTO

March 26, 2023

Cilantro on pizza? Yes, if its Pizza Hut Japan, whose marketing team came up with the idea to attract more Gen Z customers. The "Pakuchi Sugite Kusa" which is…

Garces Group, Ballad Brands, Ideation Hospitality make Buena Onda winner

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

In a keynote address at the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit, three restaurant execs discuss launching Buena Onda, which now has five locations.

Qu Appoints Niko Papademetriou as Co-Founder

Business Development Leader, Niko Papademetriou is recognized for exceptional contributions to Qu POS for almost a decade.

Research links coffee to lower diabetes risk, less body fat

March 15, 2023

A new study supports previous research that coffee consumption can lower Type 2 diabetes risk, according to a New York Post report. The study, published in the…