News & Media
Dirty Dough owner succeeds on transparency, great cookies
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Restaurant Operator Podcast host Mandy Detwiler talks to Bennet Maxwell, owner of Dirty Dough, about the cookie brand's launch and what keeps it successful.
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Will NYC's added-sugar ruling force national menu reform?
by Michael Schwab — Partner and Head of the Food & Beverage Group, Moritt Hock & Hamroff LLP
Given that many municipalities often follow New York City’s lead, restaurant operators should anticipate the possibility of similar regulations being adopted…
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Shake Shack CFO stepping down, company reaffirms 2025 financial outlook
November 25, 2025
Shake Shack Inc. Chief Financial Officer Katherine Fogertey will step down, effective March 4, 2026, according to a company press release that also reiterated…
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Smashburger launches 'flavor-driven rebrand'
November 25, 2025
Smashburger has unveiled a comprehensive brand campaign and refreshed visual identity, emphasizing a renewed commitment to great taste, variety and value, said…
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Guaca Go unveils 'Florida Fresh Mex' menu
November 24, 2025
Guaca Go, founded in South Florida, has launched a "Florida Fresh Mex" menu, a culinary refresh aimed at cementing its regional identity and elevating its…
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How Fazoli’s continues to build traffic amid market uncertainty
Tisha Bartlett, VP of Marketing at Fazoli’s, shares the winning value formula for unrivaled hospitality, quality food offerings, family friendly price point…
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Make your guests count to increase your guest counts
by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners
The economy is shifting, guests spending is changing, and the marketplace continues to be dynamic. One metric that matters the most in this environment is…
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Straight up with a twist: A cocktail’s reality check
by Suzy Badaracco — President, Culinary Tides Inc
Gallup found drinking still hasn't returned to pre-pandemic levels — only 62% of adults drink now, down from 65% before COVID. Morning Consult says 59% kept at…
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Chef Michael Symon serving holiday LTOs at Kitchen Works
November 20, 2025
James Beard Award-winning Chef Michael Symon is bringing a taste of gourmet holiday cheer to workplaces nationwide with his limited-edition Festive Dark…
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Potbelly names Jennifer Durham SVP franchising, development
November 20, 2025
Potbelly has hired Jennifer Durham to be senior vice president of franchising and development. She will accelerate franchise recruitment and overseeing market…
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Former Popeyes, Krispy Kreme executive leading Jersey Mike's international growth
November 20, 2025
Jersey Mike's Subs has named Andrew "Andy" Skehan as president of international. The restaurant industry veteran will spearhead the company's global expansion…
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You're Not a Bad Restaurant Manager. You're Just Stuck in the Nagging Cycle.
Great leaders don't chase down tasks; they build systems. Instead of chasing after people in the work chat, it's time to use a work chat app that has built-in…
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Shake Shack testing robot deliveries in Chicago
November 19, 2025
Shake Shack is partnering with Coco Robotics to introduce autonomous, zero-emission robot delivery service for its customers in Chicago, facilitated through…
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Founder shares how he went from tacos to tech
by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator
Come hear El Arroyo founder Ellis Winstanley how he moved to tech at the Founderology Growth Summit.
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Nominations open for 25 Fast Casual Brands to Watch
November 19, 2025
Nominations are open for the 25 Fast Casual Brands to Watch special report, which highlights the most promising new concepts in the restaurant industry.
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How Stonefire Grill turned top side dish into national holiday
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
CEO David Youngberg reveals the strategy, operational discipline, and emotional connection that transformed a menu staple into a national cultural moment.
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The next great restaurant differentiator: Staying 'always on'
by Amir Hudda — CEO, Qu
Jack in the Box, Golden Corral, Dave’s Hot Chicken, Blaze Pizza and Golden Chick didn't miss a beat in October when a massive cloud outage brought parts of…
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Wagamama USA hires Jonathan Rohland to lead culinary operations
November 19, 2025
Wagamama, a pan-Asian restaurant brand, has hired Jonathan Rohland as senior director of culinary operations to oversee menu innovation, culinary operations…
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The Best Work Chat App for Restaurant Owners Who Care About Work-Life Balance
Personal chat apps fuel restaurant staff burnout by blurring work-life boundaries. The solution? A dedicated work chat app where you can silence after-hours…
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