5 tips for creating a successful National Cheese Pizza Day promotion

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

National Cheese Pizza Day is September 5. Here are are five tips and insight for developing a promotion that will help pull in the customers, increase sales…

Women in Marketing: A Fireside Chat with &Pizza & Gimbal

In this fireside chat, Gimbal's VP of Marketing, Liz Weinsten and &Pizza's Head of Marketing, Charae Carter Jenkins discuss everything from the meaning behind…

Everytable gets $1M grant, collaborates on new dish offering

February 2, 2021

Everytable has been awarded a $1 million grant from the Kroger Co. Foundation's Racial Equity Fund Built Together challenge.

[Fast Casual Executive Summit 2020] Chef Chatter: Menu Trends Revealed

A discussion about next year’s most popular foods from the people designing menus for some of the hottest up and coming fast casuals: Ichor Restaurant Group…

Fritos ⓒ and Doritos ⓒ Make the Burrito

What’s better than a hot and steamy Hot Head Burrito? A Hot Head Burrito made with your choice or Fritos® corn chips or Doritos® tortilla chips!

Dickey's Barbecue Pit, Fazoli's tap ghost kitchens to advance business

August 14, 2020

Dickey's Barbecue Pit is launching virtual kitchens as its latest franchise opportunity and plans to open the facilities in Chicago, Houston, Orlando and…

In a World of Uncertainty, You Can Count on a Summer BBQ

While the world seems shifting between “Ground Hog Day” and constant change, one thing you can count on is that Summertime means BBQ.

Meatless Farm Survey Says Over a Quarter of Americans Will Opt for Plant-Based Meat Alternatives When Restaurants Reopen

With Americans champing at the bit to get back to daily routines and neighborhood restaurants, this survey's findings are a telling sign of what restaurant…

Muscle 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.

10 reasons Fast Casual's Top 100 will be 'the virtual event of the year'

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

The 2020 Fast Casual Top 100 winners will be revealed during a live, virtual gala May 15.

Power Up with Power Bowls

Hot Head Burritos has introduced Power Bowls to Power Up your lunch and dinner options. Power Bowls are available in Chicken, Steak, or Veggie versions and…

Fish Tacos Are Not Just for Lent

Lent has put the spotlight on Hot Head Burritos’ new Fish Tacos. Hot Head Fish Tacos start with a healthy serving of Cod topped with Pico, Hot Head Sauce…

Rapid Fired Pizza Launches ‘No Doh No Regrets’ Contest

Rapid Fired Pizza is in the midst of the first contest allowing customers to submit their favorite No Doh pizza recipes for a chance to win free pizza for a…

C-Speak: Nestlé Professional president preps restaurant pros for year ahead

Restaurant brands often look to culinary & beverage product providers, like Nestlé Professional, when planning LTOs and trying to determine trends for…

'Lifestyle' is the fast casual buzzword of 2020

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

It wouldn't be the new year without restaurants around the world pushing "better-for-you" menu items in an effort to appeal to "lifestyle diners," consumers…

Spice up your Holiday Table with Hot Head Burritos Catering

Stop the stress and let Hot Head Burritos handle your holiday event needs with Hot Head Catering. Tacos, bowls and nachos with fresh, flavorful choices…

Sweeten up the Season with Treats

Rapid Fired Pizza wants to sweeten your holiday hustle and bustle with some desserts that the family is sure to love! Try our delectable Cini Sticks, a…

The Pizza Diet

As the 20’s get ready to come Roaring In, Rapid Fired Pizza is ready to help everyone trying to eat healthier, drop a couple of pounds, and still enjoy really…

4 menu trends fast casual operators should master

These four trends are continuing to grow in popularity, and here’s how and why you should play with them on your menu.

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Togo's 2020 transformation: 'It's not just new paint'

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

Ask anyone who's made a deli sandwich, they'll tell you, making these mouthwatering monstrosities is both time and labor-intensive. But 48-year-old Togo's has…