News & Media
Uncle Maddio's on franchisee failure: Lessons learned drive growth forward
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
When you build a brand, you are taking a chance on new franchisees. There will be failures, shares Uncle Maddio's. The trick is to turn those failures into…
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Commodity prices rise amidst a week of restaurant turmoil
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Amidst a week of bankruptcy announcements and less-than-rosy financial news across the restaurant industry, increasing commodity prices only rubbed salt in the…
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Report reveals record wave of restaurant chain failings
October 17, 2016
An industry "over-expansion" is the culprit behind a wave of bankruptcy declarations by restaurant chains.
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Telus, Digi International partner for IoT food-safety solution
October 13, 2016
Telus and Digi International have partnered to introduce an Internet of Things food-safety technology that monitors the temperature of perishable goods.
read nowPieology rolls out newest California location
October 13, 2016
Pieology Pizzeria continues its steady growth with the launch of its newest California location, this time in Menifee at 30075 Haun Street.
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Questioning why you got into this crazy business? Here's a place to find an answer
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Though the readers of this website are involved in another sector of the food service industry, many of you still attended the Fast Casual Executive Summit…
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Heard at the Fast Cas Exec Summit: Editors share favorite session quotes
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
Another Fast Casual Executive Summit is in the books, and as always, it produced a plethora of insight.
read nowToast POS releases consumer report on technology, restaurant experience
October 12, 2016
A good number of consumers believe technology improves the restaurant experience, according to a study, conducted by Toast Restaurant POS, with 79 percent…
read nowEpson announces exclusive customer loyalty solution release
October 12, 2016
Epson America, Inc has announced the release of Spendgo's latest POS platform.
read nowPizzaRev features Brussels sprouts, bacon on new pizza
October 12, 2016
PizzaRev's seasonal special pizza, a maple-roasted Brussels sprouts and bacon creation, is now available at the brand's 45 restaurants, according to a press…
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Fast Casual Summit: Why being different is better for your brand
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
A restaurant's differences are its keys to greater value and desirability, says branding guru Sally Hogshead, CEO and founder of Fascinate.
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How do millennials love thee? Let 'em count the ways
by Seshu Madabushi — Founder & CEO, mKonnekt
Millennials are a prime focal group for targeted marketing, a relatively untapped approach that marketers are slowly lining up to use for this age demographic.
read nowPapa John's debuts new Pan Pizza
October 10, 2016
Papa John's is kicking off its new pan pizza, and the results will have casual eaters and hard-core fans alike excited to try it, according to a press release.
read nowRusso's plans major expansion in Middle East
October 7, 2016
Russo's Coal-Fired Italian Kitchen is moving into the Middle East. Chef Anthony Russo is seeking multi-franchise partners to meet growth plans calling for more…
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Menu labeling: Follow this checklist to protect your brand
by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com
As restaurant operators continue to prepare for the May 5, 2017, menu labeling deadline, many questions and challenges remain. Follow these key pointers to…
read nowCalifornia Pizza promotion pays homage to Pizza Month
October 6, 2016
It's National Pizza Month and California Pizza Kitchen is paying homage and bringing back a reimagined version of its Carne Asada Pizza.
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Restaurant industry contracting, says NRA
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
The NRA's monthly composite index reflecting the health and outlook for the nation's restaurant industry is reflecting the overall shadow that appears to be…
read nowMOD Pizza announces fan pizza winner
October 5, 2016
A creation dubbed simply, "The Petra," took home the grand prize in MOD Pizza's nationwide create-your-own fall pizza fan contest. The creation was named after…
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The incredible growing menu: Taking your digital system chain-wide
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
As digital menus become the new standard at quick-service restaurants — both inside and at the drive-thru — it’s becoming increasingly critical to make these…
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Reuters report says restaurants and robotics still haven't mixed
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Reuters today published a story on the use of robots in food service, which shows that most restaurateurs are staying with humans for the bulk of their needs…
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