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    End of the Chicken Sandwich Wars? Not So Fast, Zaxby’s Says
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      Opening Restaurants During a Pandemic—It Can Be Done

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      How New Tech Can Counter the Latest COVID Fears

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      With Digital Surging, Panera Joins the Pizza Category

      Arby's Make a Difference Campaign.

      Arby’s Make a Difference Campaign Puts Power in Franchisees’ Hands

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      Burger King Owner to Modernize 10,000 Drive Thrus

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      Special Reports

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      The 2020 QSR® Drive-Thru Study

      The brands that are emerging strongest from the coronavirus pandemic are those with drive thrus. Here’s what that means for the future of the restaurant industry. 

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      The QSR 50

      A look at how the 50 biggest brands in America stacked up against each other pre-pandemic, and how they’re positioning for the long road ahead.

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      How COVID-19 has Changed the Off-Premises Game Forever

      Restaurants are thinking way outside the box with their menus and branding as they learn to game the off-premises system.

      The 40/40 List

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      How to Win the Plant-Based Game

      As the plant movement progresses from a trend to a lasting change, it’s time for operators to decide what fits their brands best when it comes to plant-forward and plant-based foods

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      Tips to Grow Your Restaurant Brand in 2020

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      Finance

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      Fast Food

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      Arby’s Make a Difference Campaign Puts Power in Franchisees’ Hands
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      Franchising

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      Fast Casual

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      With Digital Surging, Panera Joins the Pizza Category
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      Health & Wellness

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      Health and Wellness Brands Find their COVID-19 Purpose
      Off-Premises Menu Innovation Has Never Been More Critical

      Consumer Trends

      Miami restaurant chain launches new chicken sandwich to compete with Popeyes.
      Peace in Chicken Sandwich Wars? One Brand Hopes So
      Should Restaurants Charge More During COVID-19?
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      Business Advice

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      Technology

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      How New Tech Can Counter the Latest COVID Fears
      Mobile Technology Satisfies Restaurant Customers' Cravings for Safety
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      Marketing & Promotions

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      Customer Experience

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      Drive Thru

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