Subway, Jason's Deli, Big Chicken headlining The Restaurant Catering Workshop

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Before a brand can deploy a catering-order management system and supporting technologies, it must align its business framework, business logic, workflow and…

Marble Slab Creamery celebrates National Ice Cream Month, Day with sweet deals

July 16, 2024

Marble Slab Creamery, the imaginative small-batch ice cream franchise known for its endless flavor combinations, is churning up cool treats in honor of…

Tim Hortons Camp Day returns July 17 to empower underserved youth

July 16, 2024

Tim Hortons Camp Day returns on July 17 with a chance for coffee lovers to support life-changing experiences for underserved youth.

Axonify Identified as Representative Vendor in the 2024 Gartner Market Guide for Corporate Learning Tech

Affirms Axonify’s competitive edge in Learning Management Systems and continued benefit for enterprise organizations with frontline workforces.

How streamlining sanitizing protocols can boost employee retention

The conventional "rag and bucket" technique is prone to human error and cross contamination, posing food safety risks. Multi-surface wipes offer a better…

Del Taco's value menu includes 15 items at $2 or under

July 15, 2024

Del Taco is entering the value chat with its Del's Real Deal$ Menu. The menu has 15 items available at $2 and under and features tacos, burritos, nachos…

6 steps to opening a food business

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Opening a food business requires specialized equipment, hiring a staff, securing funding and more. Check out these six steps to opening a QSR.

HTeaO expands into Louisiana, Missouri

July 11, 2024

Iced tea franchise HTeaO has expanded into two states, Louisiana and Missouri, and a new market within Tallahassee, Florida, according to a press release.

Breaking bread and biases: Why restaurants (still) need more female voices

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

The Fast Casual Executive Summit is hosting the panel "Breaking Bread and Biases: Empowering Women for Fast Casual Leadership," featuring women leaders…

Pizzaiolo launches signature brand in Dana Point, California

Truly Pizza brings something to the Dana Point, California area that hasn't been seen yet -- a focus on upscale, signature pizza in a warm, inviting atmosphere…

Franchisees open 1st Wetzel's Pretzels food truck in Georgia

July 9, 2024

Troy and Nancy Akers have opened a Wetzel's Pretzels food truck in August, Georgia, according to a press release.

Dunkin' raises $2.1M for charity during annual Iced Coffee Day

July 9, 2024

Dunkin's annual Iced Coffee Day last month raised a record $2.1 million for the Dunkin' Joy in Childhood Foundation, according to a press release.

Jack in the Box to return to Chicago with 8 planned units

July 8, 2024

Jack in the Box will return to the Chicago market as part of an eight-unit strategic market plan. The brand has identified more than 125 potential trade area…

Del Taco opens 1st location in Virginia

July 8, 2024

Del Taco has opened its first location in Virginia. The restaurant uses the brand's Fresh Flex layout with a modernized design and innovative layout, according…

Why Thermal And Impact Printers Remain Essential In High-Tech Restaurant Operations

Thermal and Impact printers enhance restaurant operations by streamlining front- and back-of-house communications, automating tasks, and decreasing waste.

Taco John's enters value meal battle with $5 Meal Steal

July 3, 2024

Taco John's is entering the value meal battle with the launch of its $5 Meal Steal. It's available through mobile ordering only for a limited time at…

The Original Rainbow Cone expands Illinois footprint

July 3, 2024

The Original Rainbow Cone has opened in Flossmoor, Illinois, according to a press release.

How to be successful in the food truck business

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

Patrick Bolanos of Trailer King Builders shares tips on how to get started as a food truck operator and expand.

McDonald's Korea launches voice guidance kiosks, assists visually impaired

July 2, 2024

McDonald's Korea has recently installed kiosks with voice guidance at all of its stores nationwide to better serve visually impaired customers, according to an…

Sonic enters value game with $1.99 menu

July 2, 2024

Sonic is entering the value game with a $1.99 menu featuring new menu items as well as some fan favorites.