Cava partners with podcaster to develop LTOs

April 4, 2022

Washington DC-based Cava is joining forces with Emma Chamberlain, an American YouTuber, Podcaster and TikToker at the the forefront of vegetarian eating…

Aloha Poke taps Paytronix for app, loyalty platform

April 4, 2022

Chicago-based Aloha Poke Co. has created a white-label app powered by Paytronix Systems Inc. to host its loyalty, order and delivery capabilities, Andy…

How to determine when it's time to boost menu prices

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

In part one of a two-part series, we take a look at making the decision to raise prices and how to do so without losing the customer base.

Automating the Future of Food via Pizza

Kitchen operators are increasingly turning to technology to thrive. Once again, pizzerias are leading the way.

Zaxby's, Mellow Mushroom franchisee opening Mooyah in Florida

April 1, 2022

Texas-based Mooyah Burgers, Fries & Shakes is coming to Ocala, Florida, expanding its presence in the Sunshine State, thanks to a six-unit deal with Brad…

I Heart Mac & Cheese opens 1st Illinois location

April 1, 2022

I Heart Mac & Cheese, a fast casual specializing in customizable, made-to-order macaroni and cheese bowls and grilled cheese sandwiches, has opened a…

Johnny Rockets landing in Israel with 10 locations

April 1, 2022

FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands, parent company of Johnny Rockets and 16 other restaurant concepts, has signed a development deal to expand into Israel…

Green District opening in Indiana

March 31, 2022

Green District, a Louisville-based fast casual salad concept, is opening Saturday at 4227 Town Center Blvd., in Jeffersonville, Indiana, according to a company…

SpeedLine Launches SpeedLine 8 with Cloud Reporting & Analytics

SpeedLine 8 brings new features and integrations to reporting, online ordering, and more. Some of the most notable features of this release are Cloud Reporting…

Wow Bao leader talks career growth, how ghost kitchens can drive success

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Wow Bao CEO Geoff Alexander kicked off the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit in Nashville, Tennessee, being held March 30 through April 1, with a…

Dickey's plans to hit Toronto

March 31, 2022

Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants has signed a franchise agreement to bring the brand's fare to Toronto, according to a company press release.

Chipotle testing RFID tech to track inventory

March 31, 2022

Chipotle Mexican Grill is testing radio-frequency identification technology to enhance its traceability and inventory systems at its Chicago distribution…

Genghis Grill giving franchise incentives

March 30, 2022

Genghis Grill has announced single and multi-unit franchisee incentives, including a reduced franchise fee of $5,000 per location, $0 in development fees…

Bad Ass Coffee debuting double drive-thru format

March 30, 2022

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii is opening its first location featuring double drive-thru lanes. The 1,800 square-foot store will debut in Q3 in Hendersonville…

Huey Magoo's lands in Montgomery, Alabama

March 30, 2022

Huey Magoo's, the "Filet Mignon Of Chicken," will celebrate the opening of its first Montgomery, Alabama location with a grand opening on Wednesday, according…

Freebirds World Burrito to open 5 Texas locations

March 30, 2022

Freebirds World Burrito plans to open five more Texas locations in Dripping Springs, Katy, Conroe, Murphy, and Kyle as part of a push to double in size over…

NRA applauds workforce advancement initiative

March 30, 2022

The National Restaurant Association is supporting a program, The Essential Workers for Economic Advancement, created under the Essential Workers for Economic…

Your Pie adds 14-inch pizzas to menu

March 29, 2022

Fast casual pizza franchise Your Pie has added 14-inch large pizzas to its menu, according to a press release.

Chicken Salad Chick adds 30th Florida location

March 29, 2022

Chicken Salad Chick has opened its 30th Florida location in Bradenton and will debut stores by year's end in Wesley Chapel and Estero. Located at 5434 Lockwood…

5 ways to find, attract, retain high performers for your restaurant

Matt Rolfe, an author, coach, speaker, and entrepreneur who mentors the top 10% of the hospitality industry, shares advice on finding and keeping talent.