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Wingstop, restaurant sales, Boston Market
Wingstop has a new CIO. Restaurant sales keep going up. And US Foods accused Boston Market of delay tactics.
2 years, 6 months ago
McDonald’s, Cultivate Next, TGI Fridays
A look at why McDonald’s wants a piece of the specialty beverage market. Chipotle’s venture fund has made two more investments in planet-friendly tec…
2 years, 6 months ago
Year of the "vibes", Boston Market, international franchisees
2023 was the year of delivery ordering “for the vibes.” The owner of Boston Market has filed personal bankruptcy. And restaurant chains are buying so…
2 years, 6 months ago
Randy Garutti, Wendy’s, Boston Market
Randy Garutti is retiring as CEO of Shake Shack. Wendy’s is testing AI voice ordering, And Boston Market is accusing US Foods of overcharging the cha…
2 years, 6 months ago
McDonald's new CosMc's, Chipotle, Rock N Roll Sushi
McDonald’s new drive-thru beverage concept had a soft open this week. Chipotle is partnering with digital business loan marketplace Bridge. And Rock …
2 years, 7 months ago
Automation, development, Pizza Hut
As the cost of labor rises, automation seems to make more sense. Restaurant brands are going big into development. And Pizza Hut gives free pizza to …
2 years, 7 months ago
CosMc’s, dining out, Carrabba’s
McDonald’s reveals plans for CosMc’s, a drive-thru beverage concept. Nearly two-thirds of consumers plan on dining out for the holidays. And Carrabba…
2 years, 7 months ago
Popeyes, small franchisees, DoorDash
Popeyes wants to make its restaurants more efficient. Restaurant franchises are focused a lot more on smaller franchisees. And DoorDash said it will …
2 years, 7 months ago
Domino’s, Wendy’s, Taco Bell
Domino’s is helping plow streets. Wendy’s could get an activist investor. And Taco Bell is helping college students get through final exams.
2 years, 7 months ago
Panera Brands, Maggiano’s Little Italy, Christmas specials
Panera Brands is getting closer to its planned IPO. Maggiano’s Little Italy has a new president. And restaurant chains are promoting Christmas speci…
2 years, 7 months ago