Few restaurant brands, if any, have stayed at the forefront of innovation like Wow Bao, a concept that began as a small Chicago storefront and has now spread to more than 700 “dark kitchens” across the country. Also, Wow Bao recently rolled into thousands of CPG outlets and is plotting a future in web3 that could change the game as we know it. CEO Geoff Alexander joins QSR editorial director Danny Klein to discuss it all, what’s next, and how you lead from the cutting edge during one of the most vivid paradigm shifts on record.
Long John Silver’s Announces $6 Fish and Chicken Plank Basket and Reese’s Peanut Butter Cheesecake
Long John Silver’s announces its latest mouth-watering treasures, just in time for spring. Starting April 28, guests can set sail for flavor with one of the best deals on the high seas: the $6 Fish and Chicken Plank Basket. Looking for something sweeter? Try our new dessert offering from The Cheesecake Factory Bakery, Reese’s Peanut […]
Pretzelmaker Opens in Ardmore, Oklahoma
Pretzelmaker, the creator of Pretzel Bites owned by FAT Brands Inc., has announced a new opening in Ardmore, OK. Situated in a Valero convenience store, the location features made-from-scratch Pretzel Bites and fresh-squeezed Lemonade, available both regular and frozen, to satisfy locals’ snack and drink cravings. “Pretzelmaker’s flexible store format continues to fuel our non-traditional growth,” said Allison Lauenstein, […]
WSCS Global Secures Exclusive Distribution Agreement for Indian Paper Cutlery
WSCS Global has partnered with an India-based paper cutlery manufacturer to supply customers with a forward-thinking, planet-conscious solution for food on the go. Unlike traditional on-the-go cutlery, Polygon Papertech’s product is precision-cut for a smooth and comfortable feel every time. With multiple layers of paper for added strength, consumers won’t have to worry about their […]
Uncle Sharkii Poke Bar Launches Chicken Teriyaki Rice Bowl and Spicy Chicken Rice Bowl
Uncle Sharkii Poke Bar, the fast-casual Hawaiian brand known for its Signature Hawaiian Poke Bowls, Boba Milk Teas, and Dole Soft Serve, is elevating its menu this spring with the introduction of two new offerings: the Chicken Teriyaki Rice Bowl and the Spicy Chicken Rice Bowl featuring LEE KUM KEE Teriyaki Glaze. Chief Operating Officer and […]
Dickey’s Barbecue Store in Fredericksburg, Virginia, Reopens after Fire
The pit is fired up and the doors are swinging open once again in Fredericksburg. After a devastating fire sparked by a neighboring business forced a temporary closure last fall, James and Tawana Wright – the committed husband-and-wife team behind Dickey’s Barbecue Pit – are back and ready to serve their community with the same warmth and flavor […]
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