News & Media
I Love Juice snags former Taziki's VP
August 28, 2020
Fresh Hospitality has named Rachel Layton, Taziki's former VP of marketing and growth, as the next managing partner of the company's I Love Juice Bar brand.
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Coca-Cola Company restructures, 4,000 offered voluntary separation
August 28, 2020
The Coca-Cola Co. has initiated a major restructuring that will include the reduction of 4,000 employees, the company announced in a press release.
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Mamoun's Falafel continues New Jersey expansion
August 28, 2020
New York City's Mamoun's Falafel has opened a location in East Rutherford, New Jersey, the fourth of 25 units coming to the state as part of a deal with…
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Capriotti’s launches ghost kitchens in California
August 28, 2020
Capriotti's Sandwich Shop has opened ghost kitchens in California via partnerships with CloudKitchen in L.A. and Kitchen United in Pasadena, where it joins the…
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Saladworks pins growth on robotic salad maker
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
When restaurants were closing in response to COVID-19, Saladworks went into overdrive targeting non-traditional locations. The Chowbotics robotic saladmaker…
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With COVID-19 promising to remain an issue for the foreseeable future, contactless payments will continue to increase in popularity.
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Starbucks, Sweetgreen leading employees to the polls
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
Two fast casual brands known for leading the industry — Sweetgreen and Starbucks — are leading their employees to the polls in November.
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It's time for all-things pumpkin — again
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
As the pandemic keeps us all in a constant state of upheaval, it's therapeutic to know that we can still count on a few things. I'm looking at you, pumpkin…
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CORE appoints Sheila Bennett as executive director
August 26, 2020
Children of Restaurant Employees — CORE — a national non-profit organization that supports food and beverage service employees with children, has appointed…
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Bushi by JINYA opening second California location
August 26, 2020
More of the Los Angeles community will soon get a taste of authentic Japanese cuisine Tuesday when bushi by JINYA opens in Glendora. Located at 905 E. Arrow…
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I Heart Mac & Cheese launching flagship store in San Francisco
August 26, 2020
I Heart Mac & Cheese is opening a flagship store in San Franciso Bay, marking California's 11th location. Under the direction of first-time franchisee…
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Chipotle launches mobile trivia
August 26, 2020
Chipotle Mexican Grill fans can test their dedication to the brand by playing Chipotle IQ, a trivia game that quizzes them on the chain's sourcing…
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Muscle Maker Grill flexes on Philly
August 26, 2020
Muscle Maker Inc., the parent company of Muscle Maker Grill, Healthy Joe's and MMG Burger Bar, has signed an agreement to open two ghost kitchens by October in…
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Restaurant chain transaction decline on healthier track
August 26, 2020
Customer transaction declines at major restaurant chains improved in the week ending August 16, moving into single digits after 21 weeks of double-digit…
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Whataburger dishes it up for doggies
August 26, 2020
To celebrate National Dog Day (Aug. 26), Whataburger has added the Whataburger Pet Set to its retail lineup at Whatastore.com, according to a company press…
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Quiznos, Taco Del Mar ghosting Canada
August 25, 2020
REGO Restaurant Group, which owns Quiznos and Taco Del Mar, has partnered with Ghost Kitchen Brands to serve to-go and delivery customers in Canada. Ghost…
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Curry Up Now opening 2nd Salt Lake City unit
August 25, 2020
Curry Up Now is celebrating the grand opening of its downtown Salt Lake City location at 152 E. 200 S., Sept 1. In the coming weeks, the location will debut an…
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Portland-based salad chain expands during COVID-19
August 25, 2020
After operating five years in North Portland, Crisp Salads has added a second location on SE Division in Portland. The female-owned restaurant specializes in…
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Clean Juice hires COO
August 25, 2020
Clean Juice has hired Amanda Hall, the former SVP of franchise operations for Burn Boot Camp in Huntersville, North Carolina, as its chief operating officer…
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Panera customers using Google to place digital orders
August 25, 2020
Panera has integrated with Google Search, Google Maps and Google Assistant to make it easier for customers to place digital orders. Available at participating…
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