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Restaurant running short of workers? Experts say brands must look within for answers
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
While many believe the answers to the current labor issues in the restaurant industry lie in bringing vast amounts of new workers into the restaurant sector…
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Sonny's BBQ: A dish-rags to riches story
Thirty-one years ago, an 18-year-old Josh McCall was done with the restaurant business until then he found his calling at Sonny's BBQ in Florida.
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2 Orange Country restaurants create 'elevated fast casual' concept
June 25, 2021
Orange County-based culinary brands — 7 Leaves Cafe and Crema Bakery — have created Artisan, a fast casual concept opening in July in Fountain Valley…
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Texas, Tennessee lawsuits trigger cancellation of restaurant revitalization money
June 25, 2021
The Restaurant Revitalization Fund, established to help commercial foodservice businesses recover financial losses caused by the coronavirus pandemic, has been…
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Can Buona hit a home run in Colorado?
June 24, 2021
Chicago-based Buona is opening its first location outside of Illinois in July inside a Denver, Colorado-based food hall but will also serve its Italian beef at…
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Wing Zone, Capriotti's ink deals to extend US footprints
June 24, 2021
Capriotti's Sandwich Shop and Wing Zone are continuing their U.S. nationwide expansion with a second quarter of growth, which was on trend with Q1's…
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QSRs beating casual dining brands at loyalty game
June 24, 2021
Nearly half (47%) of restaurant customers use at least one loyalty program, according to "Delivering on Restaurant Rewards," a report co-authored by Paytronix…
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IniBurger adds mushroom burger to menu
June 24, 2021
San Francisco-based IniBurger has added the Mushroom Swiss Burger as a permanent menu item. Since its inception nearly a year ago, the 2-unit halal burger…
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Your POS Isn’t Just for Cashiers Anymore. It’s for Customers Too!
Gone are the days when point-of-sale systems were being used only at the cash register. Diners are already using them to access menus, order and pay at the…
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RFIS 2021 Sponsor Preview: Viking Cloud
Viking Cloud (formerly NuArx, Inc.) is transforming the way organizations approach cyber defense. Our customer-centric SaaS solutions enable cutting-edge ways…
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Jersey Mike's franchisee opening Dog Haus in New York
June 24, 2021
California-based Dog Haus is opening in Mohegan Lake, New York, thanks to an agreement with franchisees Andrew Hamerling and Dave Orth, according to a company…
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Tocabe's virtual pantry promoting Native American cuisine, culture
June 24, 2021
In order to bring Native American ingredients and recipes to more people and to better support producers during the pandemic, Tocabe co-owners Matt Chandra and…
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The Chicken Shack leans into self-service during digital overhaul
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
June 24, 2021
This restaurant chain was able to deploy self-order kiosks in a timely manner thanks to the seamless integration with existing software, positioning the…
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23 Slim Chickens flying south to Tampa
June 23, 2021
Fayetteville, Arkansas-based Slim Chickens has signed a 23-unit agreement with Florida Slims, owned by Brian Lee, Charlie Blumberg, Jared Blair, Steven Etchen…
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Soy Takes Center Stage on Plant-based Menus
Consumers are increasingly seeking out plant-based dishes on restaurant menus, and soy products are helping fill the bill.
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The Habit Burger adds 2nd Tempe location
June 23, 2021
The Habit Burger Grill, owned by Yum Brands and based in California, is opening a second restaurant Wednesday in Tempe, Arizona, at 8905 S. Harl Ave.
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Barberitos putting customers in the mood
June 23, 2021
Barberitos, which has over 50 locations, has rolled out several initiatives to thank guests for their business, including the "Burrito Love" campaign. Meant to…
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Stoner's Pizza begins Mile High City expansion
June 23, 2021
Stoner's Pizza Joint is entering the Denver market in September when it opens on East Yale Avenue.
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Former Tropical Smoothie leader named Krystal CMO
June 23, 2021
Krystal has named one of its own former marketing executives, who most recently led menu strategy for Tropical Smoothie Cafe, Alice Crowder, as its CMO…
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Looking into Another Broken Egg's crystal ball
Chef Jason Knoll, VP of Culinary for Another Broken Egg Cafe, reveals how to craft a seasonal menu that will return higher profits and provide guests with…
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