Marketing News & Media

'Don't go viral without this system:' Keynote to reveal growth framework at Restaurant Marketing Workshop

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

The 2026 agenda is designed to cover every touchpoint of the modern guest journey. If a topic impacts your brand's bottom line, it is on the schedule.

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Taco Bell lets fans vote on its first global taco offering

March 30, 2026

Taco Bell is asking U.S. customers to choose which international menu item will make its domestic debut through the company's first "Global Taco Vote."

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Wendy’s named official dunks of NCAA March Madness: Launches national promotion

March 26, 2026

Wendy's has been named the "Official Dunks of the NCAA March Madness," launching a new menu and sweepstakes centered on its "most iconic dunk of all time …

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Pizza Hut Canada launches hockey podcast

March 24, 2026

Pizza Hut Canada has launched a new short-form podcast titled Bandwagon Hockey Coach to assist casual fans during the hockey playoffs.

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Hardee’s will replace rewards members' sad breakfast with Frisco Breakfast Burger

March 23, 2026

Hardee's is expanding its morning menu with the launch of the Frisco Breakfast Burger and a promotional "Second Breakfast Insurance" program starting March 23…

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Pizza Hut kicks off March Madness with Space Jam collab, new menu drop

March 19, 2026

Pizza Hut, the official pizza partner of March Madness, is kicking off the yearly basketball tournament with limited edition menu items featuring new recipes…

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Krispy Kreme creates Bracket Bash Dozen in time for March Madness

March 19, 2026

Krispy Kreme has create a Bracket Bash Dozen doughnut box as March Madness kicks off, according to a press release.

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The accidental franchisor: Eddie Flores Jr. kicks off Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit with candid look at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue

March 17, 2026

Eddie Flores Jr. transitioned from real estate to become the franchisor of L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, building a legacy based on the "aloha spirit" and family…

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Pizza Hut launches platform for crust lovers, seeks crust connoisseur

March 12, 2026

Pizza Hut is launching Hut Crust, a new platform celebrating the recognizable crusts that have defined the brand for generations.

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McDonald’s launches 'First Job Confessional' campaign to highlight workplace skills

March 5, 2026

McDonald's has launched its "First Job Confessional" campaign, a reality TV-inspired initiative debuting March 6 to coincide with National Employee…

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Taco Bell's Live Más Live returns at Hollywood Palladium with host Vince Staples

March 3, 2026

Taco Bell is hosting its Live Más Live: A Night at the Palladium. The one-night-only show is taking over the Hollywood Palladium, hosted by musical artist…

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Chaos to Consistency: The 2026 Guide to Building Bulletproof Restaurant Operations

Miso Robotics is transforming commercial kitchens with AI-powered automation that increases speed, consistency, and profitability. Through intelligent robotics…

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Long John Silver's wants to put fried fish in your dating app pictures

February 27, 2026

The fish pic has become one of the internet's most recognizable dating app tropes. Long John Silver's wants you to share your own fish pic by DM, according to…

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Got marketing chops? Prove it: The 2nd Annual Top 30 Movers & Shakers Nominations are live

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Calling all restaurant marketing visionaries!

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Wendy's offers free small chili with $5 purchase

February 20, 2026

Wendy's is offering guests a free small Chili with any $5 purchase for National Chili Day on Feb. 26. Chili has been a staple for the brand since 1969…

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Panda Express rings in Lunar New Year by partnering with Nashville area schools

February 20, 2026

Panda Express has partnered with Nashville aria schools to ring in the Lunar New Year, according to a press release.

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Dunkin’ wants to give you a glove to hold your iced beverage

February 19, 2026

Let's face it. Iced coffee is cold. Dunkin' wants to help you stay warm while still enjoying your cold beverage with an iced coffee glove.

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Papa Johns makes playful run to become Michelin-starred restaurant

February 12, 2026

No pizzeria has ever earned a Michelin star, and Papa Johns wants to change that.

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McDonald's caviar kits sell out in record time

February 11, 2026

McDonald's latest ploy to get people to try McNuggets had a high-brow offer. The Chicago-based burger brand released McNugget Caviar featuring Kits Baerii…

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Pizza Hut teams with Backstreet Boys' Nick Carter, Howie Dorough to launch heart-shaped pizzas

February 11, 2026

Pizza Hut has partnered with the Backstreet Boys' Nick Carter and Howie Dough to launch The Shape of My Heart-Shaped Pizza this Valentine's Day, according to a…

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