Ryan Ostrom, the marketing chief at the legendary fast-food brand, joins QSR editorial director Danny Klein to discuss how restaurants can reach and engage customers amid today’s challenges and opportunities, from technology to social media to value. Ostrom oversees Jack in the Back’s iconic brand marketing, directing out-of-the-box campaigns like its 2023 collab with Snoop Dog to Jack himself being named to People’s Sexiest Man Alive. We’ll get into that and take an overall look at the industry as another crazy year heads into its final months.
Slim Chickens Continuing U.K. Growth in Leicester Square and St Paul’s
Slim Chickens announced its opening in Leicester Square and St Paul’s. The openings are spearheaded by multi-unit operator Boparan Restaurant Group, who has over 60+ locations in the United Kingdom. The better-chicken brand has opened 300+ locations across the United States, Turkey, Germany, and the United Kingdom. Slim Chickens is known and loved for its […]
Vicious Biscuit Rolls Out Buttermilk Biscuit French Toast
Forget everything you thought you knew about French toast. Vicious Biscuit, the award-winning Southern-made originator of bold biscuit creations and the rising fast-casual breakfast rebellion, has flipped the script. It’s serving up a next-level brunch experience with its all-new Buttermilk Biscuit French Toast ($10), available now through April 30. Made from scratch in-house every day, Vicious Biscuit is […]
Wing Snob Releases New Hot Honey BBQ Sauce
Wing Snob, the chicken wing brand known for its signature sauces and diverse menu, debuts a new Hot Honey BBQ sauce to mark the start of spring. This latest addition puts a bold Wing Snob spin on the classic sweet and spicy combination. “We’re always looking for fun ways to turn up the flavor, and Hot Honey […]
MOOYAH Comes to South Jordan, Utah
MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes (MOOYAH), the award-winning fast-casual brand known for serving America’s best tasting burger, is bringing its signature made-to-order burgers, hand-cut fries, and handspun shakes to South Jordan in late March. The new restaurant located at 11428 South Parkway Plaza Drive will be operated by twin brothers and experienced restauranteurs Art and […]
Rush Bowls to Open in Sioux City, Iowa
Rush Bowls, the nation’s rapidly growing brand known for its healthy and delicious blended bowls and smoothies, is bringing its first Iowa location to Sioux City. The new store will open this Saturday, March 29 within the Lakeport Commons Shopping Center, offering Sioux City residents a new way to pack in their nutrients this year. […]
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii Signs 3-Unit Deal in Henderson, Nevada
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii, a leading coffee franchise renowned for its premium sourcing of Hawaiian coffees and unforgettable cafés, again bolsters its Nevada presence with the announcement of a three-store signed agreement in Henderson. Behind the deal is local entrepreneur Grant Vermillion, alongside his wife and son, with their first location slated to open this year. Nevada Footprint […]
PrimoHoagies Opens in Albany, New York
For the past 30 years, PrimoHoagies has been serving the highest quality Thumann’s meats and cheeses, sliced fresh and piled high, on our award-winning seeded bread. The store is located at 563 New Scotland Ave Albany, NY 12208 and is owned by a local resident, Rocky and Krish Patel. For Patel, bringing PrimoHoagies to Albany […]
Bonchon Launches New Bulgogi Menu
Bonchon, a global leader in Korean fried chicken, is spicing up its menu with the launch of its Bulgogi Takeover, featuring new offerings centered around the beloved Korean dish. Made with tender, thinly sliced marinated beef, bulgogi, which literally means “fire-grilled meat” offers a balance of smoky, sweet, and savory flavors. Bonchon is no stranger […]
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