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SONIC Iconic Drinks by Paris & Nicole
Marketing & Branding
Sonic collaborates with Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie in ‘Simple Life’ throwbackSonic collaborates with Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie in ‘Simple Life’ throwback

The ‘Sonic Iconic Drinks by Paris and Nicole’ menu will feature two different dirty soda-esque beverages themed to the two ‘Simple Life’ girls

byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
Dec 9, 2024
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Marketing & Branding
Luna Grill appoints former Taco Bell executive as first chief marketing officerLuna Grill appoints former Taco Bell executive as first chief marketing officer
byJoanna Fantozzi
Dec 9, 2024
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Marketing & Branding
Brands are undergoing refreshes to ‘get consumers excited again’Brands are undergoing refreshes to ‘get consumers excited again’
byAlicia Kelso
Dec 4, 2024
1 Min Read
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Marketing & Branding
Domino’s relaunches Emergency Pizza in partnership with Netflix’s Squid GameDomino’s relaunches Emergency Pizza in partnership with Netflix’s Squid Game
byJoanna Fantozzi
Dec 3, 2024
1 Min Read
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Marketing & Branding
Starbucks launches a ‘Starbucks for Life’ game for rewards membersStarbucks launches a ‘Starbucks for Life’ game for rewards members
byJoanna Fantozzi
Dec 3, 2024
1 Min Read
holiday guide
Marketing & Branding
The ultimate 2024 restaurant holiday gift guideThe ultimate 2024 restaurant holiday gift guide
byJoanna Fantozzi
Dec 3, 2024
12 Slides
Mike Wesley, Maggianos VP of marketing
Marketing & Branding
Maggiano’s names Mike Wesley as marketing vice president
Maggiano’s names Mike Wesley as marketing vice president
Dec 2, 2024
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byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor
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Marketing & Branding
Charlie Morrison to step down as Salad and Go CEO
Charlie Morrison to step down as Salad and Go CEO
Nov 19, 2024
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byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor
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Operations
McDonald’s, childcare, fast-casual pizza bankruptcy
McDonald’s, childcare, fast-casual pizza bankruptcy
Nov 18, 2024
byNRN staff
A McDonald's Pet Simulator Happy Meal
Quick Service
McDonald’s latest Happy Meal includes two toys to encourage giving
McDonald’s latest Happy Meal includes two toys to encourage giving
Nov 14, 2024
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1 Min Read
byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
Pizza Hut's pan pizza tiny personal restaurant
Marketing & Branding
Pizza Hut opens nostalgic Personal Pan Pizza popup
Pizza Hut opens nostalgic Personal Pan Pizza popup
Oct 16, 2024
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1 Min Read
byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
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Marketing & Branding
Restaurants go all-in to celebrate SpongeBob
Restaurants go all-in to celebrate SpongeBob
Oct 11, 2024
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1 Min Read
byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
Emergency Pizza Fortnite tie-in
Marketing & Branding
Domino’s Emergency Pizza promotion is back with new Amazon/Twitch partnership
Domino’s Emergency Pizza promotion is back with new Amazon/Twitch partnership
Oct 8, 2024
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1 Min Read
byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
Boorito promotional image with a skeleton walking into a Chipotle
Marketing & Branding
Chipotle brings back Boorito Halloween promotion for guests in costume
Chipotle brings back Boorito Halloween promotion for guests in costume
Oct 8, 2024
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1 Min Read
byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
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Quick Service
Starbucks phases out Princi-branded pastries from many Reserve stores
Starbucks phases out Princi-branded pastries from many Reserve stores
Sep 26, 2024
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1 Min Read
byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
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Quick Service
Taco Bell adds Omar Apollo’s Disha Hot Sauce to the menu
Taco Bell adds Omar Apollo’s Disha Hot Sauce to the menu
Sep 23, 2024
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1 Min Read
byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
Olive Garden parent 1Q25
Casual Dining
Olive Garden parent Darden works at respecting customers’ time
Olive Garden parent Darden works at respecting customers’ time
Sep 19, 2024
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1 Min Read
byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor
Smashburger Hands Rebrand
Regional Chains
Smashburger refreshes branding and menu
Smashburger refreshes branding and menu
Sep 18, 2024
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1 Min Read
byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor
Chili s 3 for lunch promotion
Casual Dining
Chili’s expands ‘3 for Me’ deal to 11 lunch combinations
Chili’s expands ‘3 for Me’ deal to 11 lunch combinations
Sep 17, 2024
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1 Min Read
byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor
National Taco Day Week Calendar Final
Quick Service
National Taco Day will now always fall on Taco Tuesday thanks to Taco Bell
National Taco Day will now always fall on Taco Tuesday thanks to Taco Bell
Sep 17, 2024
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1 Min Read
byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
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Quick Service
KFC’s Colonel Sanders now available as a Funko Fusion character
KFC’s Colonel Sanders now available as a Funko Fusion character
Sep 13, 2024
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1 Min Read
byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
KPOT
Casual Dining
KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot wants to educate new markets on its diverse menu
KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot wants to educate new markets on its diverse menu
Sep 12, 2024
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1 Min Read
byLeigh Anne Zinsmeister, Managing Editor
McDonalds Fall Deals
Quick Service
McDonald’s extends its $5 Meal Deal again
McDonald’s extends its $5 Meal Deal again
Sep 12, 2024
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1 Min Read
cava
Fast Casual
CAVA aims to differentiate itself by creating human connection
CAVA aims to differentiate itself by creating human connection
Sep 11, 2024
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1 Min Read
byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
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Finance
The value environment is providing some momentum for restaurants
The value environment is providing some momentum for restaurants
Sep 11, 2024
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1 Min Read
byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
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Quick Service
McDonald’s teams up with Genshin Impact for app-exclusive promotion
McDonald’s teams up with Genshin Impact for app-exclusive promotion
Sep 10, 2024
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1 Min Read
byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
Burger King Mexican Soccer Partnership
Quick Service
Burger King signs deal with Mexican soccer teams in U.S.
Burger King signs deal with Mexican soccer teams in U.S.
Sep 10, 2024
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1 Min Read
byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor
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Fast Casual
Bonchon CEO to discuss growing acceptance of Korean flavors
Bonchon CEO to discuss growing acceptance of Korean flavors
Sep 10, 2024
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1 Min Read
byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor
Denny s Beetlejuice
Family Dining
Denny’s highlights ‘Beetlejuice’ menu with shake giveaway
Denny’s highlights ‘Beetlejuice’ menu with shake giveaway
Sep 6, 2024
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1 Min Read
byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor
Chipotle Group Line
Fast Casual
Chipotle launches costume collection with Spirit Halloween
Chipotle launches costume collection with Spirit Halloween
Sep 4, 2024
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1 Min Read
byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
McFlurry photo
Quick Service
McDonald’s is introducing a Mini McFlurry, new packaging
McDonald’s is introducing a Mini McFlurry, new packaging
Sep 4, 2024
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1 Min Read
byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
Backyard Buckets PR
Casual Dining
Value and experience drive Applebee’s beverage strategy
Value and experience drive Applebee’s beverage strategy
Sep 3, 2024
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1 Min Read
byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
Applebee's NFL partnership
Casual Dining
Applebee’s kicks off NFL partnership with 50-cent boneless wings and bucket cocktails
Applebee’s kicks off NFL partnership with 50-cent boneless wings and bucket cocktails
Sep 3, 2024
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1 Min Read
byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
OSU PR1
Fast Casual
Chipotle teams up with Ohio State to support student-athletes
Chipotle teams up with Ohio State to support student-athletes
Aug 30, 2024
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1 Min Read
byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
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Finance
Hooters slapped with a lawsuit over unpaid sponsorship money
Hooters slapped with a lawsuit over unpaid sponsorship money
Aug 28, 2024
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1 Min Read
byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor

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