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Chili’s, McDonald’s, federal funding

Jan 30, 2025

How Brazilian steakhouse brand Fogo de Chão surged onto America’s favorite chain list

Jan 29, 2025

Starbell-Tacobucks, executive moves, Pizza Hut app

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Starbucks, Red Robin, Duck Donuts

Jan 28, 2025

The new Mango Habanero Chicken is El Pollo Loco’s first chicken flavor innovation in nearly a decade

El Pollo Loco introduces its first chicken flavor innovation in nearly a decade

El Pollo Loco introduces its first chicken flavor innovation in nearly a decade

The Mango Habanero Fire-Grilled Chicken is available for a limited time

Dunkin’ rolls out Valentine’s Day-themed merch in collaboration with artist Corey Paige Designs

Dunkin’ rolls out Valentine’s Day-themed merch in collaboration with artist Corey Paige Designs

Jan 29, 2025

Chili’s 31.4% same-store sales increase in Q2 allows for investments

Chili’s 31.4% same-store sales increase in Q2 allows for investments

Jan 29, 2025

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Smoothie King appoints Claudia Schaefer as new CMO

Smoothie King appoints Claudia Schaefer as new CMO

Jan 29, 2025

Popeyes x Don Julio collab

Popeyes debuts Championship Lineup collab with Don Julio in advance of Super Bowl

Popeyes debuts Championship Lineup collab with Don Julio in advance of Super Bowl

Jan 29, 2025

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Texas Roadhouse leans into ‘legendary’

Texas Roadhouse leans into ‘legendary’

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The new Mango Habanero Chicken is El Pollo Loco’s first chicken flavor innovation in nearly a decade

El Pollo Loco introduces its first chicken flavor innovation in nearly a decade

El Pollo Loco introduces its first chicken flavor innovation in nearly a decade

byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor

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Chili’s, McDonald’s, federal funding

Chili’s, McDonald’s, federal funding

byLeigh Anne Zinsmeister, Managing Editor

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How Brazilian steakhouse brand Fogo de Chão surged onto America’s favorite chain list

How Brazilian steakhouse brand Fogo de Chão surged onto America’s favorite chain list

bySam Oches, Editor-in-Chief

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Chili’s 31.4% same-store sales increase in Q2 allows for investments

Chili’s 31.4% same-store sales increase in Q2 allows for investments

byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor

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Starbell-Tacobucks, executive moves, Pizza Hut app

Starbell-Tacobucks, executive moves, Pizza Hut app

byLeigh Anne Zinsmeister, Managing Editor

McDonald's Canada's Bestie Bundle

McDonald’s new CMO Alyssa Buetikofer demonstrates the chain’s deep bench

McDonald’s new CMO Alyssa Buetikofer demonstrates the chain’s deep bench

byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor

Dunkin’ rolls out Valentine’s Day-themed merch in collaboration with artist Corey Paige Designs

Dunkin’ rolls out Valentine’s Day-themed merch in collaboration with artist Corey Paige Designs

byBret Thorn, Senior Food Editor

Popeyes x Don Julio collab

Popeyes debuts Championship Lineup collab with Don Julio in advance of Super Bowl

Popeyes debuts Championship Lineup collab with Don Julio in advance of Super Bowl

byAlly MacConchie, Digital Content Producer

Starbucks to shrink menu by 30%, add smart tech to fix operational woes

Starbucks to shrink menu by 30%, add algorithm to improve ops

byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor

Tom's Watch Bar

Tom’s Watch Bar is ready for primetime

Tom’s Watch Bar is ready for primetime

byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor

Insights

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Scott Greenberg

10 ways you (or your manager) may be harming your restaurant employees

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The kid factor: How a generation’s dining disconnect threatens the restaurant industry

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Expert Opinions

2024 holiday restaurant dining trends can serve as a blueprint for 2025

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Why catering can drive growth from holiday feasts to everyday celebrations

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Ask Jill! Why you should cross-train teams

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George Lessmeister

With staffing, should you try before you buy?

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Menu Tracker: New items from Blaze Pizza, Rita’s Italian Ice, and Corner Bakery Cafe

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In restaurant finance, optimism abounds for 2025

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Finance

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Chili’s, McDonald’s, federal funding

Chili’s, McDonald’s, federal funding

Jan 30, 2025

Starbucks to shrink menu by 30%, add smart tech to fix operational woes

Starbucks to shrink menu by 30%, add algorithm to improve ops

Jan 29, 2025

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Starbucks, Red Robin, Duck Donuts

Starbucks, Red Robin, Duck Donuts

Jan 28, 2025

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Starbucks announces new free refills policy, and more news ahead of earnings

Starbucks announces new free refills polic

Jan 27, 2025

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Duck Donuts CEO Betsy Hamm resigns amid corporate layoffs

Duck Donuts CEO Betsy Hamm resigns amid corporate layoffs

Jan 27, 2025

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Taco Bell, Dutch Bros, Qdoba

Taco Bell, Dutch Bros, Qdoba

Jan 27, 2025