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2017-07-21
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- Sometimes a business succession plan isn't the easiest conversation to have but it's a critical one for restaurants. t.co/y3XcLeyczo
- Fast casual Urban Plates can see itself having 70–80 restaurants in the next five years. @UrbanPlates t.co/4esdeC84Sb
- RT @hassenmerzouk: Thanks @QSRmagazine for the story! Glad to see @Gebni_NYC's DP technology featured alongside our awesome partners at Al…
- RT @PeopleReport: What Healthcare Changes Could Mean for Restaurants t.co/BRRIejGnVn @QSRmagazine t.co/WQ4qBzyMJZ
- Leaders from @erbertgerberts, @ToppersPizza, and @Salsaritas talk about how quick serves can stand out. t.co/c6IuBqjJ49
- Amazon's purported merger with Whole Foods will put added pressure on restaurants to differentiate themselves. t.co/c6IuBqjJ49
- Technology advances are helping restaurant adjust their pricing with unprecedented ease. t.co/QA2TIivorA t.co/UBmJhOpPJx
- Some #WednesdayWisdom from @BlastYourBlog: Online reviews are the bread and butter of any successful restaurant. t.co/e5BDuTyqcr
- Chipotle is answering more questions about food safety today. t.co/FJS1nRC00i
- Franchisee Felicia Parks and her two sons make an impact in their community with @jimmyjohns. t.co/o3knYBoxoz
Design
Consider it Subway's new duds to the biggest party in foodservice. On Monday, the chain with 45,000-plus units globally unveiled what it's labeling the most extensive launch in company history: a massive brand evolution that affects everything from pictures and colors to function and form. The...
Emerging Concepts
Urban Plates didn’t necessarily start with a new idea, but rather with extensive research.
After about two years analyzing some of the new and established fast casuals—along with prepared-food formats seen increasingly in retail—the founders decided to merge it all together in one concept.
Since...
Outside Insights
The quick-service restaurant industry involves a rapid pace of business for the owner or franchisee. Accordingly, such individuals often neglect to plan for the future. It is important, however, to slow down and consider what would happen if the owner or franchisee became incapacitated or passed...
Industry News
While Chipotle stresses the isolated nature of its latest food safety scare, the numbers and negative headlines are piling up. Multiple reports Thursday surfaced showing that the actual number of illnesses linked to Chipotle’s Sterling, Virginia, store climbed into the triple digits, much higher...
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The June 16 announcement of Amazon’s purchase of Whole Foods sparked plentiful speculation over how the online behemoth’s marriage with the health food chain would further disrupt the business of American food. The $13.7 billion merger promises to marry Amazon’s distribution muscle with Whole Foods...
Finance
An ongoing challenge for many a restaurant is maintaining a steady stream of foot traffic and meal orders, especially when any number of uncontrollable factors—bad weather, nearby construction, traffic jams, and more—has the potential to derail what could be a lucrative business day.
To protect...
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Online reviews are the bread and butter of any successful restaurant. In today’s connected world, 60 percent of consumers read online reviews before choosing a place to grab breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Surprisingly, people also tend to prefer reviews written by customers, as opposed to food...
Industry News
Shares of Chipotle dropped more than 5 percent Tuesday after reports of norovirus surfaced at a Virginia restaurant. The Sterling location closed after customers complained of getting sick, including cases of vomiting, diarrhea, severe stomach pain, nausea, dehydration, and even two...
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All it takes is one.
When it comes to data security, a restaurant’s defense is only as good as the weakest link in the system, says Varun Badhwar, CEO and co-founder of RedLock, a cloud infrastructure security firm. And big, franchised restaurant chains offer many points of entry for...
Industry News
Jamba, Inc. announced current franchisee, SuSu Hospitality Group, LLC, has acquired 13 company-owned stores and signed a 10-unit development agreement, to nearly double Jamba’s footprint in the Chicago market.
“Jamba accelerated its shift to an asset-light, franchise focused business...
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The Obama Administration, through the U.S. Department of Labor as well as the National Labor Relations Board, made it clear that it was going to take an active role in reshaping the landscape of employment and independent contractor relationships.
In early 2015, the DOL issued guidance...
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Wildflower Bread Company, a food-forward neighborhood restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, announced the debut of its new seasonal menu highlighting the fresh flavors of summer.
“Our summer menu highlights fresh, simple ingredients that celebrate the flavors of summer,” says...
Industry News
A new design rollout across several Pita Pit locations is helping the quick-service brand prepare for the future.
Around “half a dozen,” locations in the system have the new design, Pita Pit USA president Peter Riggs says, which includes new tables, paint, and lighting changes, along with...
Industry News
Tom Colicchio & partner Sisha Ortuzar opened a new flagship location of their beloved sandwich shop, 'Wichcraft, on Thursday. Located in the historic Garment District on 38th and Broadway, the store features 'Wichcraft's redesigned concept with a menu of inventive sandwiches, salads,...
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Rita’s Franchise Company, the world’s largest Italian Ice concept, announced the appointment of Phyllis Savar Levy as Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer. As part of the executive leadership team at Rita’s, Levy will oversee integrated marketing and communication strategy and...
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Award-winning restaurant PDQ—short for "People Dedicated to Quality”—will open its newest store in Edmond, Oklahoma, this Sunday, June 25, making it the company’s 57th U.S. location and the first in the state of Oklahoma. With its quality approach, PDQ offers chef-driven recipes and mindful...
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While a growing number of fast casuals are employing touchscreen kiosks, some are taking self-service beyond the order station.
Cost forecasts for the most popular commodities are in, leaving operators to decide whether they should take action or view the results with some caution.According to the annual purchasing forecast by supply chain–management firm SpenDifference, pork, beef, and poultry costs are projected to drop in
For years, Pita Pit worked to educate customers about the nutritional value of its various pita fillings and toppings.
Whether it’s açai, juice cleanses, or spiking your morning coffee with yak butter, our culture loves the notion of fast-track solutions to better health.
Today’s fast-casual industry is at the leading edge of breakfast innovation.
Many restaurateurs are ready to feel the warm spring breeze, as it means diners will rid themselves of their cabin fevers and begin eating out again. But restaurateurs and their guests are not the only ones who are excited—pests are too.
Consider it Subway's new duds to the biggest party in foodservice.
For those limited-service brands that don’t yet have mobile ordering, consider three words of advice from Nike: Just do it.Within the next three years, every quick serve with any kind of regional or national footprint will have mobile ordering system-wide, says Russell Zack, senior vice president of
There was a time when kids’ meals were for kids.
Enterprise systems are more advanced than ever. Not only do they provide vital business information, but they can also make maintaining a consistent menu database across the brand easier than it’s ever been.
When you hear the phrase “traditional American cuisine,” what are the first foods that come to mind?If you’re from New England, you may conjure up an image of a plate of baked cod or a boiled lobster.