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Farmer Boys opens its loyalty-only salad deal to everyone

Farmer Boys said its $9.99 salad-and-drink deal was open to all guests. Removing the membership condition changes the offer’s role and what purchases can reveal.

APR 14, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
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Marketing & Growth

District Taco ties free Sunday kids meals to adult entrées

One qualifying adult entrée earns one free kids meal. Sunday, dine-in and counter-order requirements define the family occasion and its economics.

JUN 1, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
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Marketing & Growth

Taco Bell Foundation's 2026 Grants Reach 700 Nonprofits

Applications require an invitation from the foundation.

SEP 15, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
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Marketing & Growth

Wendy’s Halloween offer pairs coupon books with meal collectibles

Boo! Books, scheduled Frosty Frights toys and a planned app-exclusive toy use different participation rules within Wendy’s seasonal program.

SEP 3, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
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Marketing & Growth

Denny’s puts more than 400 restaurants on ezCater

Denny’s national catering rollout starts on ezCater with buffet bundles and individual boxes; ordering through its own website is still planned.

AUG 18, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
Dunkin brings cold foam to Zero for Halloween
Marketing & Growth

Dunkin brings cold foam to Zero for Halloween

The seasonal drinks build on earlier beverage launches, with an October afternoon bonus for Boosted members.

SEP 30, 2026 · 2 MIN READ
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Marketing & Growth

March Madness 2026: How QSR Brands Turned College Basketball Into a $200M Marketing Battleground

From Pizza Hut's Space Jam box to Shake Shack's free sandwich code, QSR brands deployed precision promotional campaigns during the 2026 NCAA Tournament. Here's what operators can learn from the most competitive marketing window of the year.

MAR 24, 2026 · 8 MIN READ
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Marketing & Growth

DoorDash’s $8 Discount Cap Changes the Flavor Fest Economics

The summer campaign creates a window to measure customer trial, order contribution and repeat business. Its headline budget is not a merchant payout.

AUG 6, 2026 · 4 MIN READ
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Marketing & Growth

Wendy’s $1.99 nugget deal makes app access a requirement

Wendy’s nugget promotion requires another purchase and a daily-refreshing app offer. Its earlier Frosty deal allowed several ordering channels.

AUG 24, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
Carl’s Jr. wants proof you threw away your crown
Marketing & Growth

Carl’s Jr. wants proof you threw away your crown

Carl’s Jr. limited burger offers to the first 100 eligible entries.

SEP 22, 2026 · 1 MIN READ
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Marketing & Growth

Gregorys Coffee takes franchise recruiting into four East Coast cafés

April’s open houses extend Gregorys’ February franchise launch, bringing prospects into operating cafés backed by Craveworthy’s management and support organization.

APR 1, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
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Marketing & Growth

Panda puts brisket at the center of its summer barbecue dish

Panda schedules Cantonese BBQ Brisket for June 2 through August 10, while supplies last. Point and flat cuts and a char siu-style glaze define the summer dish.

MAY 28, 2026 · 2 MIN READ
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Marketing & Growth

Subway’s April BOGO Links a Two-Sandwich Deal to Sub Club

A two-sandwich offer can drive app orders and account sign-ups. Its value depends on displaced purchases, order contribution and later visits.

MAR 30, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
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Marketing & Growth

Chipotle Keeps the Seven-Visit Goal and Brings the Competition Local

The returning summer loyalty challenge adds a restaurant-level contest. Its economics depend on who changes their routine, including customers who never finish.

MAY 28, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
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Marketing & Growth

Burger King pairs Crown Nuggets’ return with a $3.99 kids meal

Crown Nuggets are scheduled for June 2, followed a week later by Crayola King Jr. Meals. The campaign combines a returning product, a stated meal price and coloring activities.

MAY 26, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
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Marketing & Growth

Pollo Campero builds soccer offers around three order sizes

A $12 box, a family bundle and a $259 catering package anchor Campero’s soccer promotion, with capped meal rewards for sweepstakes winners.

MAY 27, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
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Marketing & Growth

Freddy’s Makes Bunless Bowls a Permanent Menu Choice

Freddy’s adds beef, chicken and veggie bowls to its permanent menu, building on earlier lettuce-wrap and customizable sandwich options.

JUN 9, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
Dunkin’s coffee gets an L.L.Bean sweater. Humans are next.
Marketing & Growth

Dunkin’s coffee gets an L.L.Bean sweater. Humans are next.

The coffee gets dressed first.

SEP 22, 2026 · 1 MIN READ
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