Hunt brothers talk launching their brand Via 313, rise of Detroit-style pizza

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Brothers Zane and Brandon Hunt opened Via 313, a Detroit-style pizza brand in Texas. Via 313 now operates 16 full-service restaurants and two permanently…

Three emerging gift card trends driving popularity and revenue

As gift cards increasingly become part of the operational strategy, here are three trends emerging in the gift card market that will shape the path forward.

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KFC celebrates 1K stores in Guangzhou

November 19, 2024

Kentucky Fried Chicken is celebrating its 1,000th store in the Guangzhou market in China, according to a press release.

Hardee's co-hosts charity tailgate event with non-profit, entertainer Thomas Rhett

November 19, 2024

Hardee's, non-profit Caring for Others and multi-platinum entertainer Thomas Rhett teamed up Nov. 16 on a tailgate-style event for hurricane relief outside…

Preventing restaurant legal landmines

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

A panel at the Fast Casual Executive Summit, held in Denver examined how restaurants can avoid legal landmines.

International Foodservice Manufacturers Association reveals new identity

November 18, 2024

The International Foodservice Manufacturers Association has revealed a new identity for the 72-year-old organization, now branded IFMA The Food Away from Home…

McDonald's Happy Meals encourage children to share

November 15, 2024

McDonald's latest Happy Meals, launching Nov. 26, are encouraging children to share. Kids get two Pet Simulator toys, one to keep and one to gift, according to…

How restaurants can stay ahead of the tech curve

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Brand leaders discussed the utilization of tech in their restaurants at the Fast Casual Executive Summit in Denver.

Pizza Hut teams up with box supplier to increase pizza box recycling

November 14, 2024

Pizza Hut has partnered with pizza box supplier Smurfit Westrock to raise awareness with customers in Louisville, Kentucky, that pizza boxes can be recycled…

KFC sues Church's Texas Chicken over use of 'original recipe' in marketing

November 13, 2024

Church's Texas Chicken recently reverted to its former fried chicken formula using the words "original recipe" in its marketing promotions. As a result…

Wonder acquiring Grubhub for $650M

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

November 13, 2024

Wonder, a digital food hall offering multi-restaurant ordering, is acquiring Grubhub from Just Eat Takeaway.com for $650 million, including $500 million of…

Rush Bowls founder leaves financial world for restaurants

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, host Mandy Detwiler, editor of Pizza Marketplace and QSRweb, talks to Rush Bowls founder Andrew Pudalov…

Olo, ezCater team up to simplify catering menu management for restaurants

November 8, 2024

Restaurant technology provider Olo Inc. has a new integration with ezCater, a food tech platform for workplaces in the US, to streamline catering menu…

3 Essential tips to hiring the right manager

by Vivian Wang — Founder & CEO, LANDED

Every restaurant needs a great manager. Having the right team is crucial to scaling revenue and achieving business longevity.

Table Needs Leads High-Impact Educational Sessions at Food Truck Owners Expo Orlando

Table Needs will lead three educational sessions at the FTO Expo Orlando on Nov. 12-13, 2024, covering food truck ownership mindset, marketing effectiveness…

How restaurants can use data to maximize financial management, performance

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

A panel at the Fast Casual Executive Summit examined how restaurants can use coaching, technology and other tools to maximize coaching, location collaboration…

How PDQ Chicken Brings Back 50% of Unhappy Guests

PDQ Chicken, a fast-casual chain, faced challenges managing guest feedback for its 50+ locations, especially with off-premise business comprising 80% of sales.

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Marco's Pizza continues Boise, Idaho expansion

October 31, 2024

Marco's Pizza has launched a store on Fairview Avenue in Boise, continuing its rapid Boise expansion, according to a press release.

Beyond Hispanic Heritage Month: Building year-round commitment to authentic engagement

by Tony Gonzalez — CEO, Mundial Media

QSR brands who recognize and identify with the Hispanic population year 'round can build lasting relationships.

How catering is increasing sales, actionable growth

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

In a webinar sponsored by Checkmate, three experts look at how catering is increasing sales, trending upwards in its category and building its own business.