IHOP, Potbelly, vPromos execs talk loyalty programs at Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Restaurant leaders from IHOP, Potbelly, The European Pizza Company and vPromos spoke about what makes their loyalty programs tick at the Restaurant Franchising…

McDonald's to launch $5 value meal for limited time

May 20, 2024

McDonald's is bringing back a $5 value meal for a limited time, offering customers a choice of protein, fries, and a drink for a set price, according to a CNBC…

Big Chicken takes top honors at Fast Casual Top 100 gala

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Over 240 fast casual executives attended the gala to find out their rankings.

Stoner's Pizza Joint to open location in Clemson, South Carolina

May 17, 2024

Stoner's Pizza Joint, a quick-service pizza franchise, announced today it will open a corporate-owned location in Clemson by August. The restaurant will be…

Shamrock Shake sales benefit local Ronald McDonald House Charities

May 16, 2024

Local McDonald's restaurants raised $25,674.75 for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Kentuckiana (RMHCK) during February and March through sales of the…

Cost-of-living crunch drives UK consumers to seek affordable dining options

May 16, 2024

Rising prices are forcing British consumers to change their dining habits, according to a report from advertising platform Cardlytics. The "State of Dining…

Big Dave's Cheesesteaks brings Philly flavor to Charlotte

May 15, 2024

Big Dave's Cheesesteaks, known for its signature cheesesteaks and cheesesteak egg rolls, is bringing a taste of Philadelphia to Charlotte, North Carolina…

Wetzel's Pretzels franchisee opens unit with brand's Access to Equity program

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Daintry McFadden opened a Wetzel's Pretzels location in an Illinois Macy's department store with the help of the brand's Access to Equity Program. In this…

GoTo Foods’ co-branding renaissance pairs signature brands

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

GoTo Foods is co-branding several of its signature brands with success shown in increased AUVs.

Lessons restaurants can take from retail when it comes to tech

by Hope Neiman — cmo, tillster

The retail tech boom has transformed the way we shop for everything from shoes to cars. And now it's revolutionizing our coffee orders and pizza deliveries.

5 reasons every QSR should use CO2 monitoring solution for inventory

by Dave Wiens — CEO, Pulsa, Inc.

Do you know how much CO2 is in your drink tank? Telemetry can help keep track of your soda machine's needs.

How Budderfly reduces energy costs, helps QSRs become greener

May 6, 2024

Restaurant owners learned how to cut expenses and become more eco-friendly from a recent webinar sponsored by Budderfly and hosted by Networld Media Group. The…

Cubby’s Expands Restaurant Tech Stack and Continues Expansion.

Controlling food costs is always top of mind for Cubby’s, a Utah-based multi-unit restaurant brand committed to fresh, high-quality ingredients. The concept …

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Report finds rising costs push diners to value-conscious choices

May 2, 2024

With Americans consuming an estimated 50 billion hamburgers annually, restaurants are facing a challenge: how to keep customers coming back in the face of…

Krispy Kreme to enter Germany

May 2, 2024

Krispy Kreme will enter the German market through a franchise agreement with restaurant group ISH Kreme. This marks the company's largest franchise deal to…

Chick-fil-A awards $300K in scholarships

May 1, 2024

Chick-fil-A has awarded $300,000 in scholarships to college students across the country, according to a press release.

Salad Collective, Longboards, Hawaiian Bros. leaders offer insight into Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Brand leaders spoke to Restaurant Operator Podcast host Mandy Detwiler at the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit held in Kansas City in March.

How O'Charley's & 99 Restaurants Drive Profits Through Energy Management Outsourcing

Join us for an insightful webinar showcasing the impact of energy savings technology on sustainability and business outcomes. Discover how Ninety-Nine and…

Burger King to invest $300M for restaurant updates

April 30, 2024

Burger King is investing $300 million to modernize its U.S. restaurants, aiming for 85% to 90% of locations to have a new look by 2028, according to a press…

Taco Bell Foundation awards $10M in scholarships

April 29, 2024

The Taco Bell Foundation has awarded $10 million in Live Más Scholarships, supporting more than 1,000 students nationwide. Funds were split between Taco Bell…