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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
marketing
Marketing & Growth

Swipe Savvy buys GiftAMeal and promises continued standalone service

Swipe Savvy says GiftAMeal will stay available independently as it plans integration. A restaurant fee funds donations triggered by guest photos.

APR 1, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
marketing
Marketing & Growth

Hardee's limits fuel-gauge breakfast giveaway to 4,500 rewards

The breakfast promotion takes entries June 18–July 2 and allows redemption through October 31, with account, photo and channel restrictions.

JUN 18, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
people
People & Culture

Marco's plans Orlando training kitchen to support franchise expansion

A planned operations center costing more than $1 million pairs franchise education with a replica store kitchen, with opening expected in fall 2026.

JUN 16, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
Restaurant sales projection cut $190 billion after Census benchmark
Finance & Economics

Restaurant sales projection cut $190 billion after Census benchmark

New Census benchmarks shrink the estimated market but leave the 2026 growth forecast intact.

OCT 22, 2026 · 2 MIN READ
What Blodgett’s $21,736 four-chamber oven asks of a QSR kitchen
Technology & Innovation

What Blodgett’s $21,736 four-chamber oven asks of a QSR kitchen

Blodgett pitches faster tickets from four cooking chambers. Its own documents show the temperature, pan, power and installation questions a franchise operator should settle first.

OCT 23, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
people
People & Culture

Chicken Salad Chick plans Dublin opening with franchisee Jen Crichfield

Jen Crichfield’s planned April 28 Dublin opening follows her 2019 Westerville debut and early Dublin ambition, alongside the brand’s wider Columbus expansion.

APR 13, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
operations
Operations & Management

Leanpath’s Snap AI Moves Waste Tracking to the Catered Event

A tablet photo can close a gap between kitchen production and event leftovers. The next step is connecting the observation to attendance, menu mix and the next booking.

MAY 18, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
operations
Operations & Management

CAVA opens Cottleville with dining, digital pickup and delivery

CAVA’s first St. Louis-area restaurant pairs a 2,900-square-foot space with dine-in service, digital pickup and delivery. Des Peres is planned for later in 2026.

APR 17, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
technology
Technology & Innovation

Little Caesars Connects ChatGPT Planning to Its Own Checkout

The April launch adds conversational meal planning and cart customization, with payment routed through Little Caesars’ app or website.

APR 16, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
Taco Bell keeps PepsiCo for 11 years as KFC moves to Coca-Cola
Marketing & Growth

Taco Bell keeps PepsiCo for 11 years as KFC moves to Coca-Cola

Taco Bell renewed PepsiCo through 2036 while KFC plans to switch to Coca-Cola. Two Café Refrescas are scheduled for national Taco Bell menus in December.

OCT 23, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
Mike’s Red Tacos turns to an experienced operator for 36 Florida stores
Industry Analysis

Mike’s Red Tacos turns to an experienced operator for 36 Florida stores

Built Different Brands plans the first Florida opening for 2027 under a 36-store agreement.

OCT 22, 2026 · 2 MIN READ
technology
Technology & Innovation

Square’s drive-thru early access links orders, kitchens and handoff

The new product is in early access, with broader summer availability planned. Modified orders and busy handoffs offer concrete tests for prospective operators.

MAY 11, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
PrimoHoagies offers 10–15 restaurant resales as it tests a smaller store
Industry Analysis

PrimoHoagies offers 10–15 restaurant resales as it tests a smaller store

Retiring owners create an acquisition path while new franchisees develop a 1,100-square-foot format.

OCT 22, 2026 · 2 MIN READ
technology
Technology & Innovation

Ladle puts lot records on the receiving team’s phone

TrackAssure connects receiving and preparation records with manager alerts and audit exports. Ladle’s launch describes the workflow but supplies no field performance data.

MAY 14, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
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