Operations News & Media

KFC China opens 10,000th store

December 15, 2023

Yum China has opened its 10,000th KFC China. Situated in Hangzhou, the store is located on the banks of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, a historically…

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Taco Bell opens renovated restaurant in Kansas

December 15, 2023

Diversified Restaurant Group, one of the largest Taco Bell franchises, has reopened a newly renovated Taco Bell restaurant in Shawnee Mission, Kansas. A ribbon…

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Consumers buy more pizza from restaurants than retailers

December 15, 2023

A good majority, 86%, of all consumer spending on pizza is via foodservice operators, with 14% spent with retailers, according to Technomic, a forecasting and…

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Star Micronics Expands Label Printing Portfolio With The Launch Of The TSP143IV SK

The TSP143IV SK repositionable sticky linerless label printer is a groundbreaking addition to Star's lineup, offering high-performance labeling in response to…

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QSR market to reach $318 billion by 2034

December 13, 2023

The fast-food and QSR market hit $187,774.1 million in 2023 and with a projected CAGR of 4.9%, is expected to hit $3,18,111.9 by 2034. That was the finding in…

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The art of pizza boxes: Guinness World Record holder a pizza box expert

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Pizza Marketplace Editor Mandy Detwiler talks to Scott Weiner about his collection -- which she personally certified by counting his collection twice. He's got…

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Taco John's keeps roots in Cheyenne, Wyoming

December 11, 2023

Despite having moved portions of its corporate team to Minneapolis, Taco John's headquarters remain in Cheyenne, Wyoming, according to a press release.

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Pizza Marketplace's Top 100 Movers & Shakers nominations deadline extended

December 11, 2023

Pizza Marketplace's Top 100 Movers & Shakers list is back for 2024 and your brand could be listed!

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How to boost traffic with loyalty programs this holiday season

by Emily Rugaber — Marketing, Thanx

If you've got a rewards program, why not create a little holiday magic for your guests? Here are nine strategies for boosting restaurant traffic through…

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McDonald's to test CosMc's beverage-led concept

December 7, 2023

McDonald's begins testing its CosMc's concept — a small-format, beverage-led concept — in Bolingbrook, Illinois, this month. Additional CosMc's units are…

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KFC to acquire 218 franchised units in UK, Ireland

December 7, 2023

KFC will acquire 218 franchised restaurants owned by EG Group in the U.K. and Ireland, according to a press release.

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Wienerschnitzel opens in Ecuador, Chile

December 7, 2023

Wienerschnitzel will open its first international locations in Ecuador and Chile Dec. 9 and 10, according to a press release.

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Smalls Sliders debuts logo, website

December 6, 2023

QSR brand Smalls Sliders has refreshed its brand ahead of anticipated double-digit growth in the year ahead, according to a press release.

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FastCasual accepting 2024 Top 100 Movers & Shakers nominations

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

The nomination deadline is Jan. 26

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Mastering Multi-Unit Franchise Success: Insights from a Seasoned Capriotti's Operator

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a seasoned professional who has navigated the challenges and triumphs of multi-unit franchise ownership. Whether…

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Taco Bell offers Taco Bell at Home kit for students studying for finals

December 5, 2023

Taco Bell is helping college students ace finals season with a Taco Bell at Home kit. The kits contains Mild and Hot Flavored Crunchy Taco Shells, fan-favorite…

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Domino's to hand out grant money for snow plowing

December 5, 2023

Domino's Pizza wants its customers to receive its pizzas, even in cold, snowy weather. The pizza chain is awarding $25,000 to 20 cities in snow plow grants…

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Taco John's cruises into Cadillac, Michigan

December 4, 2023

Taco John's has opened a location in Cadillac, Michigan, according to a press release.

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Webinar looks at dining, consumer trends in 2023-2024

December 1, 2023

In a webinar titled "Restaurants in 2024: A Data Driven Look," RJ Hottovy, head of analytical research for Placer.ai, a location-based analytics company…

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Whataburger to offer $600K in scholarship money

December 1, 2023

Whataburger is offering $600,000 in scholarships to students. Applications are open for the Whataburger Feeding Student Success Scholarship across the brand's…

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