How Shake Shack is scaling hospitality through technology, AI
Hosts Paul Barron and Cherryh Cansler chat with Justin Mennen, chief information and technology officer, to talk about Project Catalyst and how Shake Shack is integrating AI.
Cava's Q3 miss hides a bet on larger dining rooms, half portions and value
by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com
A produce scare and gas prices slowed traffic, but the Mediterranean chain raised its sales outlook and laid out where it sees growth next.
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What a fast casual kitchen taught me about food waste
by Fengmin Gong — CEO & Co-Founder, Metafoodx
At Eaping, a high-volume fast-casual Chinese restaurant in California, owner Jian (Allen) Shi and his team were dealing with a challenge I see in a lot of…
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Why smart TVs could be restaurants’ next ordering channel
by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com
Guests will soon be able to order dinner from their TVs without reaching for a phone or pausing the game. Starting with a launch expected in December, viewers…
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Protein without the hype: Juice It Up execs on navigating modern beverage trends
In this episode, Susan Taylor, President & CEO, and Chris Britt, Co-Owner of Juice It Up!, dive into the realities of modern beverage trends.
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2026 Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers
Welcome to the 2026 edition of the Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers. Each year, this report serves as a pulse check for the industry, celebrating the brands and leaders who aren’t just keeping pace with the market—they are redefining it.
