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Chipotle, US Soccer launch 'Bowls for Goals'
November 17, 2022
Chipotle Mexican Grill, an official partner of U.S. Soccer, is rolling out a series of programs supporting the U.S. Men's National Team while they compete on…
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Happy Joe's Pizza & Ice Cream managers become franchisees
November 17, 2022
Two former Happy Joe's Pizza & Ice Cream managers are the brand's new franchisees, according to a press release.
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Point of sale playing role in restaurant tipping
November 17, 2022
Most Americans (83%) always tip at a sit-down restaurant, but when it comes to restaurants without tableside service, that drops drastically. Close to half…
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Chick N Max: From Perfect Pitch winners to up-and-coming franchisor
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
Coming out of COVID-19 in 2021, Chick N Max sales grew 30% over 2020, generating two-year sales comps over 40%. In 2022, sales and transaction growth continue…
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November 17, 2022
Paytronix Systems, Inc., a digital guest experience platform for restaurants and retailers, is teaming up with conversational AI platform provider Voicify to…
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Chick N Max names business development VP
November 17, 2022
Brenda Elpers, VP of business development. Wichita-based Chick N Max, specializing in almond-wood smoked chicken and wings, sandwiches and tenders…
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Genghis Grill broadens menu, cuts prices
November 17, 2022
Dallas-based Genghis Grill has changed its menu from a primarily Asian-focused, create-your-own-bowl concept to an all-around, go-to fast-casual restaurant for…
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Shake Shack launches 1st brand campaign
November 16, 2022
Shake Shack has launched its first-ever brand campaign, called "For What It's Worth," created in partnership with its newly named agency of record…
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PepsiCo launches ghost kitchen platform for restaurant brands
November 16, 2022
Understanding that the ghost kitchen market is forecasted to reach $71.4 billion by 2027, PepsiCo Foodservice has created a ghost kitchen offering through its…
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How Budderfly, Lennox's energy efficiency can save operators money
November 16, 2022
Budderfly and Lennox have teamed up to help operators save money with energy efficiency.
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Fast food workers protest effort to repeal labor council in California
November 16, 2022
Fast food employees in Sacramento and other California regions are protesting big brand QSR efforts to repeal a law creating a state-run labor council that…
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Yogurtland planning 10% year-over-year growth
November 16, 2022
Yogurtland, which has over 230 stores in the U.S. and internationally, is looking to grow its unit count by 10% each year for the next five years, according to…
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Stacy Peterson takes lead role at Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams
November 16, 2022
Stacy Peterson, Wingstop's former chief revenue and technology officer who announced last week that she was leaving the Dallas-based company, will serve as CEO…
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Louisville home to 500th Chipotlane
November 16, 2022
Chipotle Mexican Grill has added its 500th unit with a Chipotlane, a digital order drive-thru pick-up lane. Located in Louisville, Kentucky, the milestone…
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Improved weather drives down coffee prices
November 16, 2022
The price of coffee beans has fallen over the past month on account of improved weather in coffee growing regions, as well as a rising U.S. dollar, according…
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Pizza Marketplace launches Top 100 Movers & Shakers
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
This special report from Pizza Marketplace will shine a spotlight on pizza brands and brand executives that are shaping the future of the pizza segment.
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Cookie Plug names franchise VP
November 15, 2022
Cookie Plug, a fresh-baked cookie company that combines graffiti, street art and hip-hop culture, has hired Spencer Sabatasso as VP of franchise development.
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Caribou opening 1st US-based franchise
November 15, 2022
Caribou Coffee, a Panera Brands company, is opening its first domestic franchise since the chain announced its domestic franchise program in October 2021.
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Robeks pushing non-traditional growth
November 15, 2022
Los Angeles-based Robeks is focused on expanding its footprint via non-traditional locations including airports, military bases, travel centers and…
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