Consumer Confidence, Higher Menu Prices Drive August Sales Growth

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Same-store sales growth for the month was 5.3%, a “significant” increase of 4.6 percentage points over July’s growth rate, says Black Box Intelligence.

Are Price Hikes Impacting Restaurant Consumers?

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New reports explore inflation’s impact on consumers and offer operators tips to prevent losing out.

Expansion Roundup: 5 Big Franchise Deals

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FER looks at recently announced expansion plans for Twin Peaks, Dave and Buster’s, TGI Fridays, Marco’s Pizza and WaBa Grill.

Wingstop Names Former Little Caesars Exec Senior VP of US Development

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Craig Sherwood takes the reins as senior vice president of U.S. development as Wingstop looks to scale its domestic footprint from over 1,600 stores to 4,000.  

Rational Promotes Four in Sales, Marketing Roles

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Rational USA announces three sales and one marketing promotion.

Polar King Mobile Lands Dealer in Pacific Northwest

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The addition of FMI Truck Sales and Service gives customers in the Pacific Northwest easier access to Polar King Mobile’s refrigerated trailer solutions.

Zink Foodservice Adds Rosseto to Line Card

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Zink Foodservice is now representing the manufacturer of food and beverage dispensers, bakery cases, buffet displays and equipment in all markets.

Robots Now Delivering at Missouri State University

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The service launched this week and can deliver from brands like Einstein Bros. Bagels, Subway and Panda Express.

Coffee Chains’ Quicker Drive-Thrus Are Luring QSR Customers, Says Bluedot

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Half of consumers surveyed believe coffee chains have faster drive-thrus, temping to get their meals there—with or without coffee.

Excell, Nissco Tap New Director of Business Development

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The Denver-based buying groups promoted Devyn Kelly to the role.

Vegan Burger Chain Raises $20M To Fuel Expansion

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Next Level Burger eyes opening 1,000 units long-term.

Applications Now Open for 2023 KI Awards

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The application period for the 2023 Kitchen Innovations Awards is open now through Dec. 7.