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Restaurant recession looming? Debate begins
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Is the restaurant industry heading for a downturn?
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NRA: Restaurateurs want technology without headaches
August 3, 2016
Only 12 percent of restaurant operators consider themselves to be cutting-edge in implementing technology, according to a recent study conducted by the…
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Franchise Focus: Pincho Factory puts a twist on street food
by Molly Wike — Intern, Networld Media Group
Family owned street food with a twist concept, continues expansion across Florida.
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5 questions for diners making the digital switch
by Jackie Berg — mArketing director, olo
As we cruise through 2016, with nearly 80 percent smartphone adoption, there is little debate: A restaurant brand's digital program is now of paramount…
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Pssst... QSR execs, got 10 minutes?
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
QSRWeb is seeking answers to its annual state of the industry survey.
read nowCaptain D’s boasts growth and expansion
August 2, 2016
Captain D’s seafood concept has announced further expansion in Louisiana, with plans to open 17 new units by the end of 2016, according to a release.
read nowPie Five Pizza leaps into jaguar country
August 2, 2016
Pie Five Pizza Co. is opening its second Alabama location at 7450 Airport Blvd. in Mobile. The location is just outside of the University of Southern Alabama.
read nowWahlburgers prepping to open in Arlington
August 1, 2016
Wahlburgers, the Massachusetts burger concept founded by Chef Paul Wahlberg and actor brothers Mark and Donnie, has announced the launch of an Arlington…
read nowTropical Smoothie Café rolls out new design, app
August 1, 2016
Tropical Smoothie Café is launching a brand refresh that includes a new restaurant design, logo and loyalty app.
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Instagram: One marketer's take on why it may be a restaurant's best friend
July 29, 2016
There's a lot of buzz lately in the food service community about Instagram and its value as a visual marketing tool. That's part of the reason a Toronto-based…
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Smoke's Poutinerie bringing gravy-smothered fries to a state near you
by Matthew Harper — Intern, Networld Media Group
The cold country up north that brought you Justin Bieber and maple syrup is growing its newest sensation in the U.S.: Smoke's Brands.
read nowSalata expanding into a slew of new markets
July 28, 2016
Salata, Houston-based salad and salad wrap concept, is getting ready to expand to 200 new locations.
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Cannabis quelling 'the munchies' fast casual style
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
One of the major players in the burgeoning legal marijuana business is lighting up a new franchising concept.
read nowCaptain D’s recognizes superior performance
July 26, 2016
At Captain D's annual convention last week, top performers were recognized for leadership that resulted in high sales volume.
read nowJuice It Up heads for the hills
July 26, 2016
Juice It Up is seeking franchisees in the state of Oregon. After a successful launch of the raw juice concept in Hillsboro, Oregon, the company hopes to expand…
read nowManagers waste food no more: HotSchedules and BiRite announce partnership
July 26, 2016
HotSchedules and BiRite Foodservice Distributors have announced a partnership intended to help restaurant and hospitality managers accurately order and monitor…
read nowPollo Tropical swings into international expansion agreement
July 26, 2016
Fiesta Group Inc continues to grow internationally with the expansion of Caribbean-inspired concept, Pollo Tropical.
read nowWingstop hires on new general counsel, secretary and SVP
July 26, 2016
Wingstop Inc has tapped restaurant veteran, Darryl Marsch, as senior vice president, general counsel and secretary.
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Chick-fil-A app campaign analytics show just how big a win it was
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
You can drive consumers to your app, but you can't necessarily make them download it. This has been the perpetual problem for restaurants that want their…
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Canadian restaurant group acquires Kahala, readies for US growth spurt
July 22, 2016
Shareholders approved the merger Thursday of Kahala Brands Ltd and a wholly owned subsidiary of MTY Food group. Kahala — as the parent company of 18 brands…
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