McDonald's largest fry producer stops production, lays off 4% of workforce

October 15, 2024

McDonald's largest French fry supplier has closed production and cut costs, according to the company's CEO in a Today report.

Wonder exec opens Fast Casual Executive Summit with keynote about growth, evolution

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Jason Rusk gave the keynote address at the Fast Casual Executive Summit in Denver Aug. 13. Rusk spoke about the rapidly evolving world of fast-casuals, and how…

Domino's Pizza China rides 4D strategy to continued growth in underserved markets

October 14, 2024

Domino's Pizza China (DPC Dash), the exclusive master franchisee for Domino's Pizza in mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau, reported continued strong growth in…

Salt Lake Tribune Names SynergySuite a Wasatch Front Top Workplace

SynergySuite has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2024 honor by The Utah Top Workplaces. This list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a…

Long John Silver's offers October deals

October 11, 2024

Long John Silver's is offering exclusive deals for its Seacret Society reward programs members.

QSRNext session to delve into current menu trends

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

A session at #QSRNext will look into current and future menu trends that can take your menu from ho-hum to a humdinger.

Krispy Kreme, McDonald's partner for doughnut giveaway

October 10, 2024

Krispy Kreme has partnered with McDonald's for a promotion to celebrate the arrival of its doughnuts at participating Chicagoland McDonald's beginning Oct. 1…

Dunkin' Joy in Childhood Foundation awards $8.5M to nonprofits

October 10, 2024

The Dunkin' Joy in Childhood Foundation, an independent charitable organization supported by Dunkin', will award $8.5 million in grants to more than 36…

Domino's Emergency Pizza program returns

October 9, 2024

Domino's Pizza has brought back its Emergency Pizza program. Any Domino's customer who places a qualifying online order today through Jan. 19, 2025, can earn…

Great American Cookies, Marble Slab Creamery launches co-branded units in Georgia

October 9, 2024

FAT Brands Inc. has opened four co-braded Great American Cookies and Marble Slab Creamery locations in Georgia. The brands are now open in Cartersville…

Little Caesars franchisee gone to the dogs

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Vicki Dunn-Marshall owns more than 60 Little Caesars units. Her philanthropy project is Pizza Paws, which raises money for police K-9 units.

How catering can become next great revenue stream

October 8, 2024

As the U.S. catering market continues to surge, reaching an estimated $70 billion, restaurants are increasingly turning their attention to catering. With more…

Del Taco releases value meal menu

October 8, 2024

Del Taco has launched a line of value meals called Del's Mucho Meal$. The lineup consists of four meal combos, according to a press release.

Golden Chick Partners with Qu to Streamline Operations, Elevate the Guest Experience & Support Future Growth

Golden Chick Unlocks Growth Opportunities and Streamlines Operations with Qu’s Unified Commerce Platform.

Gong cha focuses on quality of tea, customer service

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Bubble tea concept Gong cha focuses on the quality of its products and the happiness of its customers.

8 tips to increase loyalty program usage

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Loyalty programs work great -- as long as your customers use them. Consider these eight tips to increase the usage of your loyalty program.

HTeaO enters Tennessee

October 3, 2024

Iced-tea franchise HTeaO has entered Tennessee with a first location opening in Lexington early next year. The brand has plans to grow in Greater Nashville…

Consider the benefits provided by a POS made for the pizza industry

The very reason why pizza is such a popular food item with consumers is the same reason restaurant owners can benefit from a POS that supports both…

Wendy's celebrates 25 years of Spongebob Squarepants with 'Krabby Patty Kollab'

October 2, 2024

In celebration of the 25th anniversary of "Spongebob Squarepants," Wendy's and Paramount are partnering to launch Wendy's Krabby Patty Kollab, which features a…

Marco's Pizza Foundation partners with Junior Achievement

October 1, 2024

The Marco's Pizza Foundation has partnered with Junior Achievement. The foundation has a goal of reaching $500,000 in donations to the Junior Achievement…