Cicis Pizza leads buffet-style pizza concept with customer-focused tech

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Pizza Marketplace Editor Mandy Detwiler talks to Jeff Hetsel, president of Cicis Pizza, about what makes the company tick, the technology its leveraging for…

Leasecake Named 'Overall Lease Management Company of the Year' for Second Consecutive Year

PropTech Breakthrough Recognizes Leasecake's Continued Excellence in Real Estate Technology

Starbucks appoints Brian Niccol as CEO, chairman

August 13, 2024

Starbucks has named Brian Niccol as chairman and CEO, replacing Laxman Narasimhan who has stepped down.

Domino's Pizza offers large 2-topping pizza for $6.99

August 12, 2024

Domino's PIzza is offering a large two-topping carryout pizza for $6.99 each according to a press release.

Nominations open for FastCasual Top 30 Movers & Shakers in Catering

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

August 12, 2024

Nominations are open for the inaugural Top 30 Movers & Shakers in Catering in partnership with Lunchbox. Closing Sept. 1, the list will highlight the…

Savvy Sliders slides into Louisiana

August 9, 2024

Michigan-based Savvy Sliders is expanding into Louisiana. The first store will open in Metairie, Louisiana, the first of five locations planned for the state…

Taco John's releases app-only $7 Meal Steal

August 8, 2024

Taco John's is launching a $7 Meal Steal following the success of its recent $5 Meal Steal app offer, which is being extended through the summer, according to…

Taco John's expands Wisconsin footprint

August 7, 2024

Taco John's has opened its first restaurant in Mt. Pleasant, Wisconsin. A grand opening celebration on Aug. 8th will feature live music and giveaways…

Little Caesars to give away free pizza for 20 years

August 7, 2024

Little Caesars is wrapping up its summer-long celebration of the 20th anniversary of its Hot-N-Ready products with a grand prize fit for a pizza fanatic: 2…

Why your restaurant needs catering specialists

by Terry Matthews — Managing Partner, Off Premises Growth Academy

Catering operations should never be a secondary function. Someone must own it.

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…

Simplifying Operations with Cash Management and Smart Safe Services

Partnering with a provider for Cash Management and Smart Safe Services can streamline operations, enhance security, and improve restaurant profitability.

Presented by Cash Connect

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.