Plant-based ingredients grow on pizza market

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

The NPD Group forecasts dairy and meat alternatives to grow through 2024 driven almost entirely by Millennials and Gen Zs. Not only are they looking for…

Paytronix debuts bold look to reflect loyalty changes

February 1, 2023

Paytronix, a loyalty technology provider, is boasting a new look that reflects the industry shift related to customer loyalty and indicates that brands need to…

How loyalty programs encourage repeat customers

by Len Covello — CTO, Engage People

Research shows consumers are increasingly leaning on loyalty programs as the cost of everything from gas to groceries continues to rise. Here are four ways…

What Is Artificial Intelligence, And How Does It Impact Your Point-Of-Sale?

AI has become increasingly engrained in the modern technology we use every day, from our smartphones to our point-of-sale (POS) systems. Incorporating AI POS…

White Castle adds Valentine's Day merch line

January 24, 2023

White Castle has released a line of Valentine's Day merchandise. The swag includes a robe, sunglasses and t-shirt, according to a press release.

How to build brand momentum, strong culture

January 20, 2023

Building a top-notch brand is key to any restaurant's success. Customers relate to a brand, and it affects how they feel about they experience they have when…

Pizza Brands to Watch in 2023

We are honored to introduce the 2023 class of “Pizza Brands to Watch” and we look forward to finding out who makes future lists.

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How Another Broken Egg Cafe Dominates the Breakfast and Brunch Category

Join Another Broken Egg Cafe President and Chief Executive Officer Paul Macaluso and Revel Chief Strategy Officer Chris Lybeer for a webinar focused on how…

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Roast beef leads the menu at Lion's Choice

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Missouri-based Lion's Choice brings the beef - roast beef, that is - to St. Louis. The legacy brand has 32 units and has opened eight in the last four years.

Carl's Jr. pairs with wine seller for bundle

January 12, 2023

Carl's Jr. has paired with Nocking Point Wines to design The Carl's Jr. Wine Pairing Bundle. The bundle features two wines specifically selected to complement…

Burger King hires on CMO

January 11, 2023

Burger King has tapped Patrick O'Toole as chief marketing officer for Burger King U.S. and Canada.

Gift card sales up in 2022 though holiday storm hurt biggest sales day

January 6, 2023

The total holiday gift card sales value increased in 2022 though the total number of cards sold decreased and card sales were hurt by a holiday winter storm.

White Castle teams with artist on collectible jigsaw puzzle

January 5, 2023

New York artist Dave Pollot has teamed up with White Castle to turn one of his collectible works of art featuring White Castle's food into a 285-piece jigsaw…

DSA Signage hires Brian Kim, Chief Commercial Officer

DSA Signage hires former Chipotle Senior Manager and Private Equity Leader Brian Kim as Chief Commercial Officer

Restaurant experts weigh in on 2023 trends

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

December 29, 2022

We talked to several restaurant experts to learn what's in store for the industry in 2023.

Capriotti's, Original ChopShop, Sweetfin leaders talk extending hospitality to digital customers

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Technology is playing a big role in providing a robust digital customer experience.

Value, support makes Little Caesars attractive to franchisees

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Little Caesars has been a privately held company since its founding in 1959. Typically a private company, Chief Development Officer Jeremy Vitaro sat down with…

Taco Bell testing 2 new versions of Mexican Pizza

December 16, 2022

Taco Bell is testing two new versions of its popular Mexican Pizza. Both versions go on sale Dec. 22, according to a CNN report.

How curbside, frictionless QSR transactions here to stay

by Laura Livers — Head of Strategic Growth, Intouch Insight

Following three years of unrest in the restaurant industry, dining in has returned. But curbside pickup and contactless ordering and payment has grown…

Samsung partners with ParTech for restaurant kiosk solution

December 15, 2022

Samsung Electronics America has partnered with ParTech Inc. to integrate its restaurant kiosks with ParTech's Punchh loyalty and marketing program. Through…