News & Media
The lowdown on upcoming menu trends: McAlister's, Ike's, other restaurateurs weigh in
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
On the menu trend flavor front, searing "heat" is turning to smoke, while coffee is sliding over to make room for tea, and customers are trading in exotic…
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Le Pain Quotidien adding 10 NYC units
November 2, 2020
Le Pain Quotidien is adding 10 units to New York City, according to a press release from its parent company, Aurify Brands, which also owns The Little Beet…
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Kansas City-area Panera locations testing booze
November 2, 2020
Five Kansas City-area Panera Bread locations added beer and wine to the menu last month, according to a company press release from Pan American Group, a…
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[Fast Casual Executive Summit 2020] Where Do You Stand in the ‘New Era’ of Third-Party Delivery
This webinar will not only discuss who the key players are in delivery and the recent changes but will also teach attendees how to take advantage of…
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watch now[Fast Casual Executive Summit 2020] Where Do You Stand in the ‘New Era’ of Third-Party Delivery
This webinar will not only discuss who the key players are in delivery and the recent changes but will also teach attendees how to take advantage of…
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[Fast Casual Executive Summit 2020] Uncovering Supply Chain Hacks
Scaling your brand is not possible without a solid supply chain in place, but the word, “solid” often means expensive and immobile. But does it have to be?
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[Fast Casual Executive Summit 2020] Don't Do Business Like a Rookie
Whether you are a seasoned restaurant operator or new to the business, it’s always best to learn from other people’s mistakes instead of making your own.
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[Fast Casual Executive Summit 2020] Calculating the Value of Mobile Ordering and Payment
A panel of veterans from Del Taco Restaurants, Starbird & Culinary Edge Ventures, Coolgreens, and Junzi Kitchen who have introduced mobile technology will…
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A shout out to all the fast casuals helping us eat our election feelings
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
To call the presidential election polarizing would be the understatement of the year, but most Americans — regardless of political party affiliation — will…
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Mendocino Farms gets into ghosting
November 2, 2020
Mendocino Farms is opening a ghost kitchen next week in Long Beach after several residents requested it, according to a company press release, which said the…
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Red Mango parent company group buying Friendly's
November 2, 2020
Investor group Amici Partners Group LLC — a Brix Holdings entity — is buying Friendly's Restaurants parent company, FIC Restaurants Inc., as part of FIC's…
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Elevation Burger opening ghost kitchen in Pennsylvania
November 2, 2020
A week after announcing the opening of its ghost kitchen in Dallas, FAT Brands, the parent company of Fatburger, Elevation Burger and Hurricane Grill &…
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Starbucks opening in Laos
November 2, 2020
Starbucks Coffee Company is opening its first Laos location next year in the capital city of Vientiane, located on the banks of the Mekong River near the…
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Wingstop delcares special dividend after strong Q3
November 2, 2020
After reporting that Q3 system-wide sales were up nearly 33%, Wingstop Inc.'s board of directors has approved a special cash dividend of $5 per share in…
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El Pollo Loco launches inclusivity-centered holiday campaign
November 2, 2020
El Pollo Loco Inc. has launched a holiday campaign, "Kids on Culture," which calls on the community to encourage inclusivity. Anchored in a 30-second video…
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Inspire Brands' acquisition of Dunkin’ will more than double company's size
In a mammoth deal announced Saturday, 11,000-unit Inspire Brands signed a merger agreement with 20,500-unit Dunkin' Brands for a move that may signal some…
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Fast casual brands offer tips, best practices for managing the supply chain
by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com
The supply chain is a critical aspect of a brand's operations and it needs to scale easily while reducing costs, increasing efficiencies and boosting revenue.
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[Fast Casual Executive Summit 2020] Women in the Lead: Keeping the Momentum Going
This panel brings together several female leaders of the fast casual industry who will discuss how they overcame the challenges they faced on their way to the…
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[Fast Casual Executive Summit 2020] The Perfect Pitch
Following a global contest, five concepts have been selected to be part of The Perfect Pitch. Listen and learn as entrepreneurs pitch their fast casual…
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[Fast Casual Executive Summit 2020] Sustainability Made Easy
Alder-Tek Manufacturing, Clean Juice, Just Salad, and Fruitive executives discuss how to identify easy fixes to reduce waste within your restaurant.
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