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Who is Josh Kobza, the incoming CEO of Burger King parent RBI?

The 11-year company veteran expects to give divisional leaders more autonomy.

Menu Tracker: New items from Arby’s, Del Taco and Dunkin’

Plus innovation at 23 other restaurant brands.

Noodles & Company to offer free noodles to any restaurant worker March 2

The fast-casual chain welcomes all employees in uniform.

Foodservice sales to hit $997 billion in 2023, National Restaurant Association forecasts

The industry report says higher menu prices and pent-up demand to drive 6.4% growth from $937 billion last year.

Are subscription programs the next big restaurant loyalty trend?

Panera Bread just rolled out an annual membership for its unlimited subscription service as similar programs gain traction in foodservice.

KFC is bringing back the Double Down

The Double Down last appeared on KFC U.S. menus in 2014 and has sparked both curiosity and pushback.

The simplicity of Avocado Toast

Avocado toast is a great source of plant-based protein, and as more consumers lean toward plant-focused diets, they’re certainly not swearing off this now-ubiquitous dish.

Is Oleato the new Pumpkin Spice Latte, or has Starbucks gone too far?

The new coffee with olive oil is being tested in Italy.

NRN editors discuss Texas Roadhouse’s traffic, Starbucks’ olive oil drink and subscription programs

Plus hear from Carl Bachmann, president of Smashburger.

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