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The Kerwin Frost Box features reimagined McNugget Buddies, which were first introduced in 1988 as part of a limited-time Happy Meal promotion.

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byAlicia Kelso
Nov 28, 2023
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Taco Bell, higher menu prices dominate Reddit conversationsTaco Bell, higher menu prices dominate Reddit conversations
byAlicia Kelso
Nov 28, 2023
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byAlicia Kelso
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Strategic Organizing Center labor group provokes proxy battle with Starbucks board
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Papa Johns settles disability discrimination lawsuit for $175k
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The 10 biggest limited-service sandwich restaurants in the U.S.
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Why Chick-fil-A launched an activities brand
Why Chick-fil-A launched an activities brand
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byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
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Luckin overtakes Starbucks as top coffee chain in China
Luckin overtakes Starbucks as top coffee chain in China
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byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
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Top 500 Restaurants
McDonald’s takes a bigger stake in its China business
McDonald’s takes a bigger stake in its China business
Nov 20, 2023
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byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
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NRN editors discuss restaurant tipping fatigue, Burger King franchisee bankruptcies, and the next phase of chicken
NRN editors discuss restaurant tipping fatigue, Burger King franchisee bankruptcies, and the next phase of chicken
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byHolly Petre, Assistant Digital Editor
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Menu Tracker: New items from Taco Bell, Denny’s, and Panda Express
Menu Tracker: New items from Taco Bell, Denny’s, and Panda Express
Nov 17, 2023
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byBret Thorn, Senior Food Editor
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Chick-fil-A is testing drone delivery
Chick-fil-A is testing drone delivery
Nov 16, 2023
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byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
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Florida-based Wendy’s franchisee files for Chap. 11 bankruptcy
Florida-based Wendy’s franchisee files for Chap. 11 bankruptcy
Nov 15, 2023
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byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor
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Top 500 Restaurants
The 10 biggest limited-service salad/healthful restaurant chains in America
The 10 biggest limited-service salad/healthful restaurant chains in America
Nov 15, 2023
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byLeigh Anne Zinsmeister, Managing Editor
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Taco Bell is testing breakfast tots
Taco Bell is testing breakfast tots
Nov 15, 2023
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byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
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Subway names Jeff Shepherd CFO to succeed Ben Wells
Subway names Jeff Shepherd CFO to succeed Ben Wells
Nov 15, 2023
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byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor
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Starbucks’ reusable Red Cup Day returns amid planned union protests
Starbucks’ reusable Red Cup Day returns amid planned union protests
Nov 15, 2023
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byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
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Love that chicken? You'll love these points! Introducing Popeyes Rewards in Canada
Love that chicken? You'll love these points! Introducing Popeyes Rewards in Canada
Nov 14, 2023
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Taco Bell stays fresh and innovative as it builds on a six-decade legacy
Taco Bell stays fresh and innovative as it builds on a six-decade legacy
Nov 14, 2023
bySam Oches, Editor in Chief
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Top 500 Restaurants
Taco Bell launches a subscription program for its Nacho Fries
Taco Bell launches a subscription program for its Nacho Fries
Nov 14, 2023
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byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
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Is Papa Johns on the way to becoming the third-largest pizza brand?
Is Papa Johns on the way to becoming the third-largest pizza brand?
Nov 13, 2023
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byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
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McDonald’s continues its global marketing strategy with Crocs partnership
McDonald’s continues its global marketing strategy with Crocs partnership
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byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
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NRN editors talk about earnings from CAVA, Chipotle, Shake Shack, and more
NRN editors talk about earnings from CAVA, Chipotle, Shake Shack, and more
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byHolly Petre, Assistant Digital Editor
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Burger King franchisee Carrols Restaurant Group Inc. installs kiosks, pilots Sizzle prototype
Burger King franchisee Carrols Restaurant Group Inc. installs kiosks, pilots Sizzle prototype
Nov 10, 2023
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byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor
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Krispy Kreme and McDonald’s are expanding their relationship
Krispy Kreme and McDonald’s are expanding their relationship
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byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
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Burger King franchisee Premier Kings files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Burger King franchisee Premier Kings files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Nov 9, 2023
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How the ‘chicken sandwich wars’ have evolved
How the ‘chicken sandwich wars’ have evolved
Nov 9, 2023
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byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
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Why more restaurant chains are opting to switch to DIY technology solutions
Why more restaurant chains are opting to switch to DIY technology solutions
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byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
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How restaurant brands are staying true to their DEI promises
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Nov 8, 2023
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byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
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How Dutch Bros plans to become a household name for morning coffee
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Nov 8, 2023
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byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
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In-N-Out is set to open its first New Mexico restaurant by 2027
In-N-Out is set to open its first New Mexico restaurant by 2027
Nov 8, 2023
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byHolly Petre, Assistant Digital Editor
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Chick-fil-A debuts a family game brand in time for the holidays
Chick-fil-A debuts a family game brand in time for the holidays
Nov 8, 2023
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byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor

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