Wendy's exec: Without great content, technology doesn't matter

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Big screens are exciting to have in a restaurant, but if they lack content that is fresh and relevant, even the largest digital signs and menu boards will fail…

The Halal Guys inks 5-unit deal for Toronto

July 14, 2015

This is the brand's fourth international franchise deal and first for Canada, with other territories sold for the Philippines, Malaysia and Indonesia.

Delaget releases employee theft technology for restaurants

July 14, 2015

Delaget GUARD, a Web-based software solution with a mobile interface, analyzes POS restaurant data to identify suspected employee theft, track employee…

Wendy's VP joins Wingstop as president of international markets

July 14, 2015

Prior to joining Wingstop, Larry D. Kruguer served as vice president, International Joint Ventures and Key Markets at Wendy's International, leading…

Is mobile the key to digital ordering success?

by Noah Glass — CEO, Olo

Mobile expert discusses why mobile is the key to digital ordering success.

La Madeleine to celebrate Bastille Day with free tart

July 14, 2015

La Madeleine Country French Café is offering guests a free mini Liberté Tart today in celebration of Bastille Day

Cheeseburger Bobby's hopes makeover will attract Millennials

July 14, 2015

Cheeseburger Bobby’s is trying to attract and retain the newest wave of consumers — the coveted and discerning millennials — with a redesign.

Thursday means 'free fries' at Penn Station

July 13, 2015

Penn Station East Coast Subs will celebrate its annual “Fry Day” Friday by giving customers its free made-to-order, fresh-cut fries.

Juice It Up! celebrates 20th birthday

July 13, 2015

Juice It Up! is celebrating its 20th birthday with a summer campaign and seasonal smoothie that pays homage to Southern California where the chain was founded…

Menchie’s to celebrate Illinois opening

July 13, 2015

Menchie’s has opened its newest store in Palatine, Illinois

Burn, baby, burn: Famer Boys ignites new burger

July 13, 2015

Farmer Boys Restaurants, a fast casual concept that serves cooked-to-order breakfasts and burgers, debuts new recipe.

Technomic report delves into the 'what & why' of additive-free food

July 13, 2015

The challenge to operators is making the right decisions that will resonate with their consumers and be a good long-term fit for the brand.

ICXSummit15: From scavenger hunt to Skydeck, the highlight reel

by Christopher Hall — w, t

From an Under Armour installation that tests athletic ability to a Warby Parker photo booth experience, interactive customer experience was the order of the…

Pieology exec joins PizzaRev as VP of Franchising

July 10, 2015

Craig Hopkins comes most recently from corporate and franchise growth at Pieology Pizzeria, also a fast casual pizza concept.

The Original Brooklyn Water Bagel launches 'Brooklyn Deli'

July 10, 2015

Known for serving artisan-baked bagels for breakfast, The Original Brooklyn Water Bagel Co. is now offering a variety of lunch options on its latest menu with…

Chronic Tacos helps grant a wish for 15-year-old cancer patient

July 10, 2015

Michael Kincade’s dream of meeting Mike Trout, MVP center fielder for the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, came true this month when Chronic Tacos donated the…

Moe’s Southwest adds VP of Global Marketing

July 10, 2015

Moe’s Southwest Grill has named Dominic Losacco as its VP of Global Marketing.

Salata unveils restaurant makeover

July 9, 2015

Salata founder releases details about the restaurant’s renovation.

Menu labeling mandate pushed back one year

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Although the 12 month delay is welcome by some, brands should not use this time to rest on their laurels. Menu labeling is not going away and the faster…

What do the Department of Labor's proposed changes mean for restaurants?

While the U.S. Department of Labor proposed regulations contain a number of significant changes, of most concern to restaurants is the proposal that the…