IFMA: Fast casual traffic is 'bullish'

August 6, 2024

Although the International Foodservice Manufacturers Association began the year projecting that the food-away-from-home industry would grow .9% in 2024, the…

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Wonder SVP keynoting Fast Casual Executive Summit

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Jason Rusk, SVP of operations for Wonder and a former Red Robin executive, will discuss growth and leadership in the evolving world of fast casual restaurants.

Hardee's enters value game with $5.99 offering

August 5, 2024

Hardee's is entering the value game with a $5.99 Original Bag offering. Guests can choose any two full size entrees — Hardee's Original Hot Ham and Cheese…

Bonchon SVP chats about competing in the chicken market, appealing to Americans

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Bonchon SVP of Development Amanda Millikan discusses how the brand's Korean flavors appeal to an American palate and how it fares on the competitive chicken…

Hiring hungry: 6 hiring tips for quick service restaurants

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Hiring is a critical element to QSR operations. These six tips can help a QSR hire smarter.

Operators prioritize tech, training amid economic headwinds

August 2, 2024

Restaurant operators are grappling with persistent food and labor cost increases, but they're also investing heavily in technology, training and marketing to…

Making The Right Investment: Wired Vs. Wireless Barcode Scanners

Discover the pros vs. cons of 1D/2D wired and wireless barcode scanners to elevate your operations with expert guidance from Star Micronics.

Fast Casual reveals 2024 food tour stops

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Attendees will visit three fast casuals, where they'll taste food and chat with leadership.

Wetzel's Pretzels opens in NYC Macy's

July 31, 2024

Wetzel's Pretzels has opened a bakery within the Macy's department store in the Queens Center Mall in New York City, according to a press release.

White Castle rolls back slider sack to 2011 price

July 30, 2024

White Castle has rolled back the price of a sack of 10 Cheese Sliders to the price in 2011, more than 30% off the regular price. A sack of 10 sliders is $7.99…

Why Two Leading Brands Took the Leap to a Unified Commerce Platform

Discover how Unified Commerce Platforms like Qu’s are revolutionizing the restaurant industry. Learn from leaders at Jack in the Box and GoTo Foods about…

Middle Eastern brands Go Crispy, Tea Time going global

July 29, 2024

The Go Crispy brand is going global after the signing of a strategic partnership between Al Baladi Holding Group and Azerbaijan's Green Capital Management…

Registration still open for Pizza Leadership Virtual Summit

July 26, 2024

Wednesday marks the 3rd annual Pizza Leadership Virtual Summit, and there's still time to register. Qualified pizza executives and pizzeria owners can register…

Church's Texas Chicken lassos Houston market

July 26, 2024

Church's Texas Chicken will open another 10 locations in the Houston market using the company's reimaged Blaze design concept, according to a press release.

Taco Bell Cantina opens in downtown LA

July 26, 2024

Taco Bell franchisee Diversified Restaurant Group opened its latest Taco Bell Cantina in downtown Los Angeles. A grand opening celebration was held July 25…

8 tips for fast-food restaurant design

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Since the pandemic, fast-food restaurant design has become geared toward efficient, fast pickup and drive-thrus. But designing an interior takes careful…

How pizza drive-thrus can help pizzerias thrive

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Pizza drive-thrus can help restaurants improve order accuracy and increase overall sales.

Pizza Hut franchisee could close more than 140 stores

July 24, 2024

A large Pizza Hut franchisee has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy amid a financial dispute with the brand's parent company and EYM Group. EYM Group operates…

Restaurants must prepare NOW for FDA's supply chain traceability mandate

by Mike Schwartz — Senior Vice President, Member Value, IFMA

Mike Schwartz, SVP of Member Value for IFMA, breaks down the FSMA 204, which requires that by January 2026, companies involved in the food supply chain must…