Hoshizaki Appoints President to Additional Role  

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Hoshizaki Corp. has appointed Chris Karssiens, the president of Hoshizaki America, to the new role of president of the Americas region, which he will serve concurrently with his current position.

Publisher’s Note: Join Us for MUFES 2022

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MUFES 2022, set for Jan. 17-19, 2022 in Tucson, Ariz., features 200- and 300-level sessions on best practices for commercial and noncommercial operators.

From the Editor: Your Guide to Spec’ing

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You may notice our features section looks a little different this month.

Quarterly Highlights: Starbucks Sets Sales Record, Yum Brands Pushes for Growth Record and More

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Despite COVID-related difficulties, increased costs, supply chain issues and operating challenges, many brands are posting strong systemwide sales for the last quarter. Here’s a look at highlights from four brands’ earnings calls that took place this week.

Bargreen Ellingson Acquires Bintz Restaurant Supply Co.

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Bargreen Ellingson has acquired the Salt Lake City-based foodservice E&S business Bintz Supply Co., which was founded in 1893 by W.H Bintz as a distributor of GE appliances and Pillsbury baking supplies.

Expansion Roundup International Edition: Brands Head Overseas

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From Popeyes heading into Eastern Europe and Wayback Burgers entering the Asian market, brands aren’t limiting themselves to the U.S. In this week’s Expansion Roundup International Edition, FER is taking a look at recently announced global expansion plans for four brands.

Noodles & Co. Phases Out Plastic Straws

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It’s out with the plastic and in with the paper for Noodles & Co. The brand released its first impact report, highlighting key sustainability initiatives, and a change in straws was among them.

Drones Are Delivering for C3

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Those ordering delivery from within two miles of select C3 virtual kitchens are getting their meals brought to them by drones.

Smart Care Continues Its Acquisition Streak With Two More

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The provider of commercial kitchen equipment repair and maintenance services announced two more specialty equipment-focused acquisitions—PureMist Corp. and VP Coffee—bringing its total number of acquisitions to 11.

McDonald’s Partners With IBM To Fast Track Its Automated Drive-Thrus

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After testing automated, AI-powered drive-thru technology at select restaurants this past spring, McDonald’s now is looking to ramp up the tech.