Chipotle Teamsters demanding 'fair contracts'

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

August 28, 2024

Laurie Schalow, Chipotle's chief corporate affairs officer, said the Union is delaying bargaining meetings but her company is committed to ensuring a fair work…

SynergySuite Secures #35 Spot on Utah Business Fast 50

SynergySuite, a global leader in restaurant management software, proudly announces its first appearance on the Utah Business Fast 50 list, ranking at #35.

Kona Ice awarded $500K in patent infringement lawsuit

August 22, 2024

Kona Ice, which has over 2,000 trucks serving shaved ice, was awarded $532,905 from a 2017 patent infringement lawsuit against Florida-based competitor…

U.S. Hospitality Managers: Insights from 500 Frontline Leaders

The hospitality industry is facing a critical tipping point, and it’s not just about gratuities. We polled 500 frontline hospitality managers in the U.S. and…

Restaurant supply chain: How Paris Baguette became the master

by Eric Galkin — Chief Supply Chain Officer, Paris Baguette

Eric Galkin, chief supply chain officer of Paris Baguette, reveals the restaurant supply chain solutions he's created to ensure each local unit is…

Tropical Smoothie partners with CMI to fill foam cup needs

August 19, 2024

Tropical Smoothie Cafe has tapped Custom Made Inventory to produce its 12- and 24-ounce foam cups, marking the first time CMI has ventured into foam products.

Modern Market Eatery president talks brand excellence, ethos

Modern Market Eatery president and co-founder Rob McColgan talks to podcast host Mandy Detwiler about where the company has been and its future in the fast…

ICX Summit: Customer feedback paramount to brands' success

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Customer feedback is crucial for retail and restaurant success, driving improvements in products and services based on customer preferences. Learn innovative…

Papa Johns franchisee joins Lunchbox as adviser

August 19, 2024

Papa Johns franchisee Nadeem Bajwa, who began his career 30 years ago as a delivery driver and now owns over 200 locations, is joining Lunchbox as an adviser.

Sun Holdings acquires Freebirds

August 19, 2024

Sun Holdings, a restaurant company managing a portfolio of over 1,500 restaurants and retail locations, has acquired Freebirds World Burrito, a Texas-based…

Heinz investing $1M in Black-owned restaurants

August 19, 2024

In its fourth year of issuing Black Kitchen Initiative grants, HEINZ is committing an additional $1 million to preserve the legacy of Black-owned restaurants…

Pinky Cole saving vegan eatery

August 15, 2024

Restaurateur Pinky Cole, the owner of Slutty Vegan and Bar Vegan, is taking over The Boujee Southerner, a Black-owned vegan restaurant that recently closed its…

ICX Summit: Brand leaders to share e-commerce excellence insight

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

E-commerce leaders will discuss creating seamless customer experiences at the upcoming Interactive Customer Experience Summit being held in Charlotte, North…

Will SocialBites Food Hub reimagine fast casual?

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Featuring multiple restaurant brands, indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, interactive decor, weekly entertainment programming, a full bar, and private event…

Cicis Pizza leads buffet-style pizza concept with customer-focused tech

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Pizza Marketplace Editor Mandy Detwiler talks to Jeff Hetsel, president of Cicis Pizza, about what makes the company tick, the technology its leveraging for…

Walmart 'Craves' hot dogs, barbecue

August 14, 2024

Charlotte, North Carolina-based Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ is opening within Walmart stores throughout the United States. The first location will be in…

Leasecake Named 'Overall Lease Management Company of the Year' for Second Consecutive Year

PropTech Breakthrough Recognizes Leasecake's Continued Excellence in Real Estate Technology

Starbucks appoints Brian Niccol as CEO, chairman

August 13, 2024

Starbucks has named Brian Niccol as chairman and CEO, replacing Laxman Narasimhan who has stepped down.

7 ways for fast casuals to beat QSRs via convenience

by Meredith Sandland — CEO, Empower Delivery

Meredith Sandland, CEO of Empower Delivery, discusses how fast casuals can leverage its strengths in quality and change the game on convenience

Nominations open for FastCasual Top 30 Movers & Shakers in Catering

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

August 12, 2024

Nominations are open for the inaugural Top 30 Movers & Shakers in Catering in partnership with Lunchbox. Closing Sept. 1, the list will highlight the…