Trending this week: New items from Burger King, KFC, Subway, & Popeyes

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Tech Tracker: Why DIY mobile apps are the next big tech tool for emerging restaurant operators

DoorDash and Toast both just released branded mobile app tools for operators to be able to easily launch their own app

Chipotle invests in an AI supply chain platform and emerging Mediterranean brand

Taco Bell tests Indian, Thai, and creative Mexican Crunchwrap Supremes in new TBX platform

Chefs Reuben Asaram, Jennifer Hwa Dobbertin, and Lawrence Smith developed the new handhelds

Activist investors take a nearly 12% stake in Red Robin

JCP Management and Jumana Capital have respectively taken 7.9% and 3.7% stakes in the Colorado-based casual-dining restaurant chain

Texas Roadhouse thrives on ‘rowdy enthusiasm’

Chief executive officer Jerry Morgan said the secret to the restaurant brand’s recent success is its focus on people and culture

An Applebee’s franchisee has declared bankruptcy

City National Bank of Florida claims the operator owes about $8.3 million in debt, while the franchisor claims a franchising agreement breach

Starbucks is backing off its short-lived discounting strategy

CEO Brian Niccol said in a town hall that he wanted to re-emphasize the company’s positioning as a premium brand

The TikTok generation demands more from restaurant brands — or else

Social media has turned every restaurant customer into a powerful kingmaker. Rather than fighting for control, it’s time brands started listening

KFC has introduced new Original Recipe Tenders

New items from Burger King, KFC, Subway, and Popeyes

Ghost peppers are trending just in time for Halloween, and other themed items are on offer as well

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