News

Who is winning the chicken wars right now

By Jonathan Maze on May 08, 2024

A Deeper Dive: This week’s podcast features a discussion on recent restaurant chain earnings reports, including Wingstop, KFC, Popeyes, Chipotle and Starbucks.

Financing

Applebee's bets more discounts will reverse sales declines

By Joe Guszkowski on May 08, 2024

The casual-dining chain lost business from lower-income guests but believes promotions like $1 margaritas will bring them back.

Financing

The International Franchise Association has some ideas for better franchising

By Jonathan Maze on May 08, 2024

The trade group is calling for changes in disclosure rules before people buy a franchise. It comes as federal regulators examine rules for franchise companies.

Food

Burger King launches a new dessert to celebrate its 70th birthday

By Patricia Cobe on May 08, 2024

The Birthday Pie Slice comes to the menu Monday, and the party continues through June with special birthday deals.

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Why social media, and not price, is behind Starbucks' sales problems

By Jonathan Maze on May 07, 2024

The Bottom Line: The coffee shop chain lost momentum quickly in November. That was too fast to be explained by consumer reaction over the prices of its beverages.

Operations

Restaurant consultancy The Culinary Edge sold to CORE Foodservice

By Heather Lalley on May 07, 2024

The Culinary Edge founder Aaron Noveshen will exit the firm but will remain CEO of Starbird, a fast-casual concept developed by the consulting group.

Technology

Instacart to offer restaurant delivery from Uber Eats

By Joe Guszkowski on May 07, 2024

Uber Eats will have a dedicated tab within the grocery delivery app, which it said will allow it to reach more customers.

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A preview of this year's National Restaurant Association Show

By Jonathan Maze on May 07, 2024

A Deeper Dive: Tom Cindric, president of exhibitions for Informa Connect Foodservice, joins a special episode of the podcast to talk about the upcoming event.

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