Analyst uncovers 3 keys to global growth

by Stephen Dutton — Analyst, Euromonitor International

To become more relevant, global operators are decentralizing control and relying on local franchisees to present the best version of their brands to the…

Cooks, baristas tops in US wage growth in September

October 3, 2017

The latest annual year-over-year wage growth report is out for September, showing continued snail's pace growth in wages overall, but also indicating that…

Saladworks uses analytics to pinpoint Atlanta as growth hub

September 25, 2017

Saladworks is planting its roots in the Atlanta market alongside franchisees Douglas Anthony and Ramjit Handa, according to a company press release, which said…

Report: kiosks not hurting restaurant jobs

September 20, 2017

KPNX-TV in Phoenix, Arizona, explored the impact of self-order kiosks on restaurant jobs and concluded in its report that there was no indication that kiosks…

Some fast casuals still pumped for pumpkin, others heating things up: part 2

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

While some fall LTOs are heavy on pumpkin-flavored everything, others include big, bold and spicy flavors inspired by Asian, Hispanic and African dishes.

Restaurant traffic growing in every market outside US

September 19, 2017

With the U.S. being the exception, foodservice markets across the world reported various degrees of visit growth in Q2 ending in June, according to The NPD…

5 ways to catch some Zzzs — and we aren't talking sleep

Gen Zs are the patrons of the present and the future, and as this demographic gets older their buying power and influence will continue increase.

3 tips for serving millennial consumers

by Niall Keane — CEO of SynergySuite, SynergySuite

Millennials recently became the largest generation in the workforce with over 53 million workers, ushering society into an unprecedented future.

Delivery fueling rise of virtual reality restaurants

by Stephen Dutton — Analyst, Euromonitor International

Delivery is the world's fastest-growing foodservice channel, according to Euromonitor International, while digital functionality has made the process of…

Report: Despite food-safety issues, Chipotle maintains strong emotional bond with customers

August 17, 2017

Despite Chipotle's numerous food-safety issues, the chain has managed to keep a strong emotional bond with its customers, according to MBLM, a Brand Intimacy…

Revenues up at El Pollo Loco

August 4, 2017

El Pollo Loco's Q2 revenues were up 8.3 percent, to $105.6 million, compared to $97.5 million for the 13-week period ended June 28, 2017.

Pork & Mindy's debuts menu items, restaurant design

August 3, 2017

Pork & Mindy's was developed by Food Network Star and Executive Chef Jeff Mauro and recently launched a Chicago location, as well as a kid's menu…

Is 'girls' sweat-flavored' chicken a thing?

August 1, 2017

Fast casuals are known for leading the way when it comes to creating unique flavor profiles, but a Japanese fried chicken QSR may have just stolen the…

Oracle Hospitality debuts Data Science Cloud Services

August 1, 2017

Restaurant operators worldwide can now use Oracle Hospitality's Data Science Cloud Services to quickly analyze system-wide performance data and act on that…

Micro chains hit major US growth spurt

July 31, 2017

Micro-chains — defined as chains with anywhere from three to 19 units — are in a major growth spurt, according to information research and analysis firm, NPD…

Flavor trends report: It's gettin' hot(ter) in here

July 31, 2017

A new food industry flavor trends report has been released from Research and Markets, and though few details have been provided about content of the paid…

Looking for ways to find and keep employees? NRA leaders offer insights

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Given the reality of fewer young employees in the work force, the only options are to recruit more from other age groups or be more successful recruiting…

10 things to avoid when launching a mobile app

Balance Grille's journey to find a working mobile app inspired its founders to create a list of 10 mistakes to avoid when creating a mobile app.

Buffalo Wild Wings to discuss quarterly results July 26

July 17, 2017

Juice It Up enjoys substantial Q2 growth

July 13, 2017

Juice It Up had a very good second quarter and is enjoying its sixth consecutive quarter of increasing sales.