Dunkin’ launches patriotic menu, merchandise for America's 250th birthday

June 24, 2026

Dunkin' has launched a lineup of limited-time beverages, bakery treats and merchandise designed to celebrate the upcoming Fourth of July and America's 250th…

Taco Bell launches global L.O.C.O.S. platform to target emotional fans

June 23, 2026

Taco Bell has launched its global platform, L.O.C.O.S., on Tuesday, aiming to connect with fans experiencing intense emotions from sports events, personal…

From kitchens to tech hubs: Inside fast casual’s digital revolution

In the latest episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, Cherryh Cansler, publisher of FastCasual.com, sits down with Luke Wilwerding, Vice President of North…

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Fast food still cheaper than casual dining, but delivery fees erase gap, study finds

June 22, 2026

A quick-service restaurant meal is still less than half the price of casual dining at the menu level, but delivery markups, platform fees and tips can erase…

KFC expands Cheshire footprint with Winsford Gateway restaurant

June 22, 2026

KFC opened a new drive-thru restaurant at Winsford Gateway on Friday, creating 45 new jobs for the local community, according to a press release.

Little Caesars creates specialty pizza for upcoming 'Spider-Man' film

June 22, 2026

Little Caesars has partnered with Sony Pictures' "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" ahead of the movie's theatrical release on July 31, according to a press release.

The Power of One: Your role as a Founder

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

To successfully escape the "Stuck Zone" and scale a business, a Founder must transition from a hustle-driven operator to an intentional CEO by making three…

Sonic launches $2.50 menu for America's 250th birthday

June 19, 2026

Sonic Drive-In is launching a limited-time value menu to commemorate the nation's 250th birthday this summer, according to a press release.

Tord Olav Dønnum on the future of autonomous foodservice

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

Tord Olav Dønnum discusses how robotics, automation and artificial intelligence are reshaping foodservice operations and how autonomous kitchens can help…

Wonder, Dave’s Hot Chicken Real Estate VPs reveal growth strategies

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Real estate strategy is central to growth for restaurant brands, and Wonder and Dave's Hot Chicken are taking different approaches to scale. In a podcast…

Hardee's offers free biscuits to drivers with empty gas tanks

June 18, 2026

Hardee's is launching a promotional campaign called "Running on Full" to offer free breakfast biscuits to customers facing high gas prices, according to a…

Understaffing top stressor for restaurant workers, study finds

June 18, 2026

Understaffing ranks as the top stressor for restaurant workers, according to a recurring industry report released by 7shifts, an HR platform for restaurant…

Former Domino's veteran Jimmy Simonte joins Hungry Howie's as EVP of marketing

June 17, 2026

Jimmy Simonte has joined Hungry Howie's as executive vice president of marketing. In his new role, Simonte will lead the pizza chain's marketing strategy and…

Marco’s Pizza to open $1M operations center in downtown Orlando

June 17, 2026

Marco's Pizza is developing an Operations Center of Excellence in downtown Orlando, a strategic expansion designed to support the chain's growth as it targets…

How Jae Kim is Scaling Chi’Lantro

Jae Kim emptied his $30,000 in savings and maxed out his credit cards to launch a Korean food truck in Austin in 2010. Now he is leading 13 Chi'Lantro…

KFC's new 'chapter' features improved chicken, sauces, next-gen store design

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

To stand out in a crowded market and appeal to Gen Z, KFC is launching a global brand transformation that modernizes its menu with updated tenders, sauces and…

KFC overhauls global menu, restaurant designs to battle fast-food sameness

June 15, 2026

KFC has announced a global brand evolution aimed at updating its menu and restaurant designs to combat what it describes as the sameness across the…

What Is the Best Team Communication App for Multi-Location Restaurant Groups?

Everything multi-location restaurant groups need to know about choosing the right work chat app.

Built to Breakthrough: Unlocking your power

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

To successfully scale their businesses, founders must make non-delegable decisions and commit to a written, structured action plan that simultaneously aligns…

Got the recipe for success? #QSRNext is looking for industry-leading speakers

June 10, 2026

#QSRNext, our half-day session designed specifically for the busy QSR exec, is seeking speakers for this year's virtual show.