Jollibee to launch Final Fantasy XIV themed meals, exclusive in-game content

April 20, 2026

Fried chicken brand Jollibee is teaming up with the multiplayer online role-playing game Final Fantasy XIV Online for a limited-time collaboration launching…

Golden Chick secures exclusive branding rights on crew gear in Texas Rangers extension

April 15, 2026

Golden Chick is expanding its partnership with the Texas Rangers by incorporating the club's 2026 City Connect primary logo into its employee uniforms…

Design experiences that earn loyalty from day one

Traditional experience management starts after the interaction, but with Ignite Communities, people are brought into the process much earlier.

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The real cost of a broken customer experience (CX): Revenue loss, operational drag, and brand damage

The true cost of a broken CX extends far beyond a single transaction. It compounds over time, affecting revenue, operational efficiency, employee engagement…

Flavor sheriffs wanted: Carl’s Jr. to trade free sandwiches for photos of bland food

April 14, 2026

Carl's Jr. is launching a new campaign to target what it calls criminally bland chicken sandwiches by offering a reward for those who help round up the usual…

Meet the Top 30 Movers & Shakers: Restaurant Marketing

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

We’re proud to honor the 2026 Restaurant Marketing Top 30 Movers & Shakers, who will be recognized at the Restaurant Marketing Workshop on June 2–3 in Boston.

Hungry Howie's offers National Pet Day secret menu

April 9, 2026

Hungry Howie's is partnering with Happy Howie's to launch a limited-time secret menu for National Pet Day, offering pairings for both pizza fans and their dogs…

Domino’s debuts Slice Sauce with exclusive Shinola merchandise access

April 8, 2026

Domino's Pizza has partnered with fellow Michigan-based brand Shinola to offer customers exclusive access to a collection of black and gold watches and leather…

KFC drops its 1st single ‘Finger Lickin' Machine'

April 7, 2026

KFC is moving away from traditional advertising jingles with the release of its first musical single titled "Finger Lickin' Machine." The track is available on…

Jack in the Box launches slider meal, $75K giveaway for anniversary

April 6, 2026

Jack in the Box has launched its Smashed Jack Sliders Munchie Meal as part of the company's 75th anniversary promotion, according to a press release.

Papa Johns launches gas-buster deal

April 3, 2026

Papa Johns has launched a limited-time promotion Friday called "Pizza Miles," offering loyalty members a credit for choosing carryout over delivery, according…

Nestlé: Co-creating the future of breakfast

Building a global insight community for the largest food and beverage company in the world

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

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, 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.

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."

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 …

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.

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…

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…

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.

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…