Inside the tech stack: How Mattenga’s Pizzeria mastered SEO, 8-second reordering

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

In this podcast episode, Mattenga’s Pizzeria co-owner Enga Stanfield explains how partnering with owner.com and leveraging technology helped her independent…

Presented by Owner.com

Say 'Bello!' to Wendy’s Minions & Monsters meals, Banana Frosty Swirl

June 8, 2026

Wendy's is launching a nationwide promotion inspired by Illumination's upcoming animated movie, "Minions & Monsters," featuring specialized menu items and…

'You’re not annoying; you’re marketing': Top takeaways from the Restaurant Marketing Workshop

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Check out these 10 highlights of the Restaurant Marketing Workshop.

'Summer House' star Carl Radke brings the beef in new Carl's Jr. partnership

June 4, 2026

Carl's Jr. has partnered with "Summer House" reality television star Carl Radke to celebrate National Carl's Day with a nationwide promotion, according to a…

McDonald's launches global FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with collectible cups, Squishmallows

June 3, 2026

McDonald's has launched a global marketing campaign for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026, introducing limited-time themed meals, collectible keepsakes and…

The 1:1 Personalization Playbook: Using AI to send every guest their own offer

In this session, Hang CEO Matt Smolin, whose platform powers millions of AI-personalized offers a month for restaurant brands, and Rev Ciancio, CMO of Salad…

Presented by Hang

Dunkin’ partners with Barbie for pink summer drink lineup

June 3, 2026

Dunkin' has launched a summer beverage lineup featuring pink iced drinks and a collaboration with Mattel, Inc.'s Barbie brand, according to a press release.

Learn how Popmenu is reinventing restaurant marketing and menu technology

Popmenu can help bring your restaurant into the 21st century.

Presented by Popmenu

Part 2: Cool technology at the NRA Show 2026

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Editor Mandy Wolf Detwiler spent time in the tech pavilion at the NRA Show checking out the modern tech and wares the show had to offer.

Ovation, Tap leaders share tips on crafting a guest feedback strategy

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

A panel talk at the upcoming Restaurant Marketing Workshop will deliver insight on not only getting a guest feedback approach up and running but tips and…

The future of QSR brand experience: How to win on value, personalization, and customer trust

Explore 5 trends we’re seeing in the quick-service restaurant space and how experience management helps brands act on these trends.

5 restaurant marketing mistakes that cost traffic, leads, revenue

by Mike Kresch — VP of Strategy, Moburst

Restaurants often fail to see a return on marketing when they treat it as a series of disconnected efforts rather than a cohesive, data-driven system focused…

Papa Johns, Disney team up for global 'Toy Story 5' marketing campaign

May 6, 2026

Papa Johns has partnered with Disney and Pixar to celebrate the upcoming release of "Toy Story 5," which arrives in theaters June 19, according to a press…

Disposable cameras and raw reactions: Why 'imperfect' social media content is winning in 2026

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Marketing leaders from Via 313, ATL Wing Spot, and Hook + Ladder explain how multi-unit restaurant brands can drive sustained foot traffic in 2026 by balancing…

Burger King to launch limited-time menu inspired by upcoming Star Wars movie

May 1, 2026

Burger King will launch a limited-time menu on May 4 to promote the upcoming theatrical release of "Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu," according to a press…

McDonald's to release 'Stranger Things' Happy Meal

April 30, 2026

McDonald's is set to release a "Stranger Things: Tales From '85" Happy Meal on May 5 in the U.S., according to a press release.

Diving deeper: Looking beyond sales for improved restaurant marketing

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

At the Restaurant Marketing Workshop in Boston from June 2 to 3, panelists will discuss how to do a deep dive into your brand's marketing and menu decisions.

More than a post: Turning influencers into content engines for your restaurant

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

At the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit, marketing experts discussed the evolution of influencer marketing from a secondary tactic into a core…

Cinnabon to release Harry Potter-inspired Butterbeer treats for limited time

April 24, 2026

Cinnabon is partnering with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products to release two limited-time menu items inspired by the Harry Potter franchise's…

No clicks given: How to get AI to recommend your restaurant

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

The shift has brought us to a new frontier: GEO (Generative Engine Optimization). If SEO was about being found by a search engine, GEO is about being…