Trending this week: House passes $25 billion in restaurant relief

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The annual convention was scheduled for May 22-25 in Chicago, which is under llimits on gathering size.

Beyond Meat announces partnerships with McDonald’s and Yum Brands

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McDonald’s will be working with Beyond Meat on their McPlant burger, while Yum Brands will be using Beyond Meat for multiple plant-based products at KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell.

Quiznos prepares to launch prototype, rebranding

The brand is also focusing on enhancing drive-thru in a pandemic environment.

Texas will lift all COVID capacity limits, mask mandates on March 10

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Gov. Greg Abbott said the Lone Star State must open 100% to ‘restore livelihoods and normalcy’; Mississippi is also lifting restrictions.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard sold to Thompson Street Capital Partners

The Missouri-based private-equity firm acquired the fast-casual steakburger concept.

11 restaurant industry executives on the move in February

From Blaze Pizza to Culver’s to Punch Bowl Social, chains shook up their C-suites.

Culver’s Franchising names Rick Silva CEO

The former Checkers & Rally’s executive will succeed Joe Koss, who retired in 2020.

Ruby Tuesday emerges from Chapter 11 bankruptcy

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Classic American Restaurant Group, Ruby Tuesday emerged from voluntary Chapter 11 restructuring as declared in October.

The House passes Biden’s $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan, including $25 billion in restaurant relief

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The COVID-19 relief package — including the $15 minimum wage and restaurant relief — is one step closer to passing and faces a hurdle in the Senate.

Menu Tracker: New items from Burger King, Dunkin’ and Taco Bell

Plus innovation at Bartaco, Denny’s Einstein Bros. Bagels, Great American Cookies, The Habit Burger Grill, Miguel’s Jr., Moe’s Southwest Grill, Newk’s Eatery, PDQ, Slater’s 50/50, Smashburger, Smokey Bones and Velvet Taco.