McDonald’s Executive Joins Panera
New EVP and chief operations officer is the latest high-profile recruit for the fast-casual chain.
Read MoreInvestment Firm Buys Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Levine Leichtman Capital Partners partnered with management to acquire Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Read MoreBloomin’ Brand Tests a Virtual Chicken Brand
The Outback and Carrabba’s Grill parent joins the list of operators with online-only concepts.
Read MoreAugust Restaurant Sales Improve, But…
Don’t compare them to this time last year.
Read MoreBurger King Unveils ‘Restaurant of Tomorrow’
RBI is the latest operator to redesign stores to optimize for drive-thru and delivery.
Read MoreFocus Reorganizes Portfolio, Shuffles Leadership
Parent company of Schlotzky’s Deli and other brands to divide under two teams.
Read More7 Safety Takeaways from Virtual NEXT
During FER’S Virtual Next Conference last week, attendees learned from foodservice experts that in the age of COVID-19,
Read MoreGolden Gate Capital Sells Red Lobster to Asian Investment Group
A consortium that includes existing Red Lobster investor Thai Union Group is the new owner.
Read MoreRestaurant Customers Want to See COVID-19 Safety Protocols
The cleanliness of a restaurant now ranks above the taste of the food when it comes to how consumers choose a restaurant.
Read MorePieology Snags a Yum Brand Vet to Lead Marketing
Adrienne Berkes will oversee the brand’s global expansion plans.
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