Church’s Texas Chicken taps Project Pat, Lil’ Lucky for music-driven campaign

October 28, 2026

Church's Texas Chicken is using hip-hop to strengthen its cultural connections with consumers through "Chickahhhn," an original song and music video featuring…

How digital friction is costing QSR orders before they begin

by Aman Devgan — President and General Manager, Menufy

The digital age has brought many benefits to restaurants, but it's also raised the bar tremendously. Think of it this way – a prospective guest hears about a…

Church’s Texas chicken brings back Chick or Treat Halloween rewards

October 21, 2026

Church's Texas Chicken is bringing back its Chick or Treat promotion, giving Real Rewards loyalty members a chance to unlock surprise treats through the end of…

Arby’s gives 12-foot skeletons a Meat Sweats makeover

October 20, 2026

Arby's is bringing its signature Meat Sweats to oversized Halloween décor with The Meats on Your Bones Collection, a limited-edition set of custom sweats…

State of the Industry: Fast Casual 2026 and Beyond

Explore growth forecasts, operator profitability and pricing pressures, leading brands, menu and LTO trends, and consumer demand for value and innovation—all…

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Taco Bell taps Kevin Hart, Paris Hilton and Doja Cat for National Taco Month

October 15, 2026

Following its global National Taco Day celebration with Duolingo, Taco Bell is extending its National Taco Day celebration throughout October with limited-time…

Dunkin’ unveils Halloween lineup

October 14, 2026

Dunkin' is celebrating Halloween with a limited-time lineup of seasonal menu items, collectibles and merchandise, led by the return of its fan-favorite Spider…

Subway survey finds 66% of Americans experience lunch regret

October 13, 2026

Subway is offering thousands of free Footlong sandwiches through a new campaign inspired by the frustrations Americans experience when choosing what to eat…

Arby’s expands cheesesteak lineup

October 12, 2026

Arby's is expanding its premium cheesesteak platform with three new limited-time offerings: the Chicken Cheesesteak, Chicken Deluxe Cheesesteak and Spicy…

Dunkin’ teams with Marvel for Avengers: Doomsday-inspired menu

October 9, 2026

Dunkin' is teaming up with Marvel Studios to launch a limited-time menu and collectible merchandise inspired by the upcoming film "Avengers: Doomsday," the…

Believe, belong and remember: One last lesson from Ted Lasso

I have just spent the last several days at our Fast Casual Executive Summit where I was able to reconnect with old friends, meet new ones and lean into what…

McDonald’s bottles pickle juice for Chicago Marathon weekend

October 6, 2026

McDonald's is leaning into marathon season — and athletes' love of pickle juice — with the launch of "Pickle Boost," bottled brine from the chain's signature…

Rita’s resurrects Zombie’s Blood Italian Ice for Halloween

October 5, 2026

Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard has announced the return of its fan-favorite Zombie's Blood Italian Ice.

Taco Bell, Duolingo take National Taco Day global

October 2, 2026

Taco Bell is teaming up with Duolingo to take its National Taco Day celebration worldwide for the first time, turning Oct. 6 into "Global Taco Day" with a new…

Rita’s offers discounted frozen coffee, matcha for National Coffee Day

September 28, 2026

Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is celebrating National Coffee Day, Sept. 29, with $1.99 small Cold Brew Frozen Coffees and Frozen Matchas at…

Carl’s Jr. challenges Burger King with free Angus Maximus promotion

September 22, 2026

Carl's Jr. is taking aim at Burger King with its limited-time "Stealing the Crown" promotion, the company has announced in a news release. The promotion…

KFC Canada turns Kwench launch into ‘thirst trap’ campaign

September 21, 2026

KFC Canada is taking an unconventional approach to promoting Kwench, its new global beverage menu, with a campaign built around social media "thirst trap…

Latest Ted Lasso serves up Wingstop, Taco Bell and a lesson in brand fandom

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

Wendy’s teams with ‘Real Housewives’ star Lisa Barlow on Baby Gorgeous Meal

September 17, 2026

Wendy's has partnered with The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star Lisa Barlow to launch Lisa Barlow's Baby Gorgeous Meal, inspired by the reality star's…

Arby’s taps ‘Love Island’ star Caleb McDaniel to promote Steak Nuggets

September 15, 2026

Reality TV personality, model and influencer Caleb McDaniel is teaming up with Arby's to promote the return of Steak Nuggets, according to a news announcement.