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Starbucks pauses advertising via social media
June 29, 2020
In an effort to "stop the spread of hate speech," Starbucks is pausing advertising on all social media platforms, including Facebook and Twitter.
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Pieology partners with Latin American company to develop Florida
June 29, 2020
California-based Pieology has partnered with Pizzarium LLC — comprised of Gorrin Group and Corporación Multifranquicas, which own international restaurants and…
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6 ways your restaurant can survive COVID-19
by Kiera Blessing — Content Specialist, Paytronix
Although states are reopening after Covid-19 shutdowns, many customers are still wary of physical contact, which is forcing restaurants to rely on contactless…
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Dickey's upgrades franchisee website
June 26, 2020
Dallas-based Dickey's Barbecue Pit has upgraded its franchisee website to offer more details to franchisees than the previous site. It's easier to navigate…
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Customers want a contactless world — especially when it comes to trash
June 26, 2020
Contactless trash cans are all the rage these days, according to a blind study conducted by a front-of-house trash compactor company, Compaction Technologies…
read nowMuscle Maker Grill pilots new concept, expanded menu
June 25, 2020
Muscle Maker Grill Inc. is piloting a new concept name and expanded burger menu at a Muscle Maker Grill location in Lynchburg, Virginia.
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Ono Hawaiian opening in Sacramento
June 25, 2020
Ono Hawaiian BBQ is opening its fifth Sacramento County location Friday in Sacramento, Calfornia, at 3660 Crocker Dr., Suite 100. The restaurant marks the…
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Surge in COVID-19 cases prompts Kolache Factory to reclose dining rooms
June 25, 2020
As Texas — Houston in particular — is experiencing a dramatic surge in COVID-19 cases, Kolache Factory is reclosing dining rooms and restrooms at all 27 of its…
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Summer menu trends revealed: Fruity, refreshing, plant-based
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
For many, summer triggers thoughts of swimming suits, picnics and vacations, but for fast casual restaurants, it signals refreshing limited-time offers.
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How many seats does a restaurant need to be profitable?
by Steve Starr — Chief, starrdesign
Understanding how many tables your restaurant truly needs is based on understanding the peak hour, or when the restaurant is operating at its maximum capacity
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"See-food' app enters the scene
June 25, 2020
Jeet App, which allows diners to see photos of menu items before ordering, has hit the app store, a news release said.
read nowSlim Chickens expanding in Panama City
June 25, 2020
Slim Chickens is expanding it's Florida footprint with a 12-unit deal with Chris McMillan, a franchisee and former district supervisor for Sonic Drive-In. His…
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Webinar explores how mid-market restaurateurs hyper-focus on digital channels
June 24, 2020
COVID-19 forced many restaurants to pivot to off-premise sales in the last year. The decision to reopen requires taking into account a number of factors…
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Coca-Cola, Uber Eats partner to fight hunger with Feeding America
June 24, 2020
The Coca-Cola Co. and UberEats have are partnering provide up to 5 million meals through Feeding America's hunger relief program as the country struggles to…
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Newk’s Eatery tests ‘hardwareless kiosk,' plans to add vending coolers
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
Adam Karveller of Newk's Eatery thinks order habits will change long-term as a result of COVID-19. He thinks curbside pickup, delivery, online ordering and…
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Panera coffee is 'free for the summer'
June 24, 2020
Panera's coffee is free for the summer; anyone signed up for the MyPanera+Coffee subscription now has access to unlimited premium hot coffee, hot tea and iced…
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PizzaRev permanently closes California stores amid pandemic
June 24, 2020
PizzaRev has closed all but two of its stores in Los Angeles County, California, according to a report in the Los Angeles Daily News, but has not officially…
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Ike's opens third Vegas location
June 24, 2020
Ike's Love & Sandwiches, based in San Francisco, is opening its third Las Vegas location Wednesday at 4350 S. Durango.
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Moe’s opens first kiosk-only restaurant in Pittsburgh
June 23, 2020
Moe's Southwest Grill's first kiosk-only restaurant has opened in Pittsburgh, the company announced via email.
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The bionic bar: Is Iceland's Viking-themed bar the future of fast casual?
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
Ice & Fries, a Viking-themed fast casual concept in Iceland, relies on drink-making robots, a bionic dog and 3D technology to provide an epic self-service…
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