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Beef recall, Jack in the Box, Starbucks-China
Ground beef is being recalled because of contamination fears. Jack in the Box sales are improving. And Starbucks is still considering its China optio…
1 year, 7 months ago
Frisch’s owner, Baja Fresh, California wages
Frisch’s Big Boy found a new owner at the last minute. The tale of Baja Fresh is an object lesson for emerging chains. And California voters opted no…
1 year, 7 months ago
Jersey Mike’s, McDonald’s, Wendy’s
Jersey Mike’s has a new majority owner. McDonald’s has a problem with its espresso machines. And Wendy’s continues to shake up its C-suite.
1 year, 7 months ago
Top 100 independent restaurants, overtime rule, Salad & Go
The top 100 independent restaurant list is out. The overtime rule is overturned. And the CEO of Salad & Go is stepping down.
1 year, 7 months ago
McDonald’s, childcare, fast-casual pizza bankruptcy
McDonald’s is making a big investment in marketing after its e. Coli incident. The industry is making strides toward more affordable childcare. And y…
1 year, 7 months ago
Greg Flynn-Applebee’s, California fast-food wage, Cracker Barrel
Franchisee Greg Flynn still believes in the power of casual dining. Here’s how much California’s boosted fast-food wage is impacting traffic. And thi…
1 year, 7 months ago
Wonder-Grubhub, NLRB rules, CAVA
Virtual food hall company Wonder plans to acquire Grubhub. The NLRB ruled on so-called captive-audience sessions. And CAVA’s momentum continues.
1 year, 7 months ago
Subway prototype, restaurant M&A, Starbucks delivery
Subway has a new high-tech prototype. Restaurant M&A has a brighter future next year. And Starbucks is adding delivery options to its app.
1 year, 7 months ago
Chipotle CEO, KFC lawsuit, Red Lobster menu
Chipotle officially has a new permanent CEO. KFC is suing another chicken chain. And Red Lobster is overhauling its menu.
1 year, 7 months ago
Sweetgreen fries, Bloomin’ refranchise, Autocado owner
Sweetgreen is testing a surprising side dish. Bloomin’ Brands is refranchising its Brazilian Outback Steakhouse units. And a company that makes avoca…
1 year, 8 months ago