Lisa Jennings

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Sweetgreen opens first digital-only pickup location

This unit in Washington, D.C., has no dine-in seating and no front makeline.

Lettuce shortage adds side order of purchasing pain to inflation

Restaurants are adding surcharges and ingredient replacements as the price of romaine lettuce triples. But the salad days are not over. There is hope of relief ahead.

Wingstop earnings get a boost from lower chicken costs

Domestic same-store sales were up 6.9%, mostly on increased transactions, and the fast-casual chain sees room for growth with new sandwiches and expansion of delivery.

Lower-income guests are dining at Chipotle less often

But higher-income diners remain undeterred by price increases and third-quarter results remain strong.

How a three-day week and raising pay resulted in a more successful restaurant

"We were being greedy" before the pandemic, says the chef-owner of Southern Belle in Atlanta. Reworking the model has resulted in a happier, healthier and more stable workforce.

Panda Express lends rooftops to 5G expansion

5G provider Kroo plans to expand its cellular network by leveraging commercial real estate.

Smashburger settlement spotlights lingering impact of problematic Triple Double Burger campaign

Marketing hype or false advertising? The impact of this 2017 marketing campaign drags on.

Rian McCartan named CEO of drive-thru beverage chain Swig

The former See’s Candy exec will lead the "dirty soda" brand in its next phase of growth.

Former Zaxby’s executive named CMO of Capital Tacos

Joel Bulger is tasked with leading brand communications for growing Tex-Mex taco brand.

Emerging Brands

Plant-based Earth Burger partners with Sinelli Concepts International to franchise

The Texas-based companies are equal partners in franchisor Earth Burger Global, which kicks off next month.

Pizza Hut makes grab for the ‘party of one’ diner with new Melts

Part stromboli and part quesadilla, the dipped offering could be a snack, lunch or quick dinner.

Noodles & Company rolls out plant-based Panko Chicken option

The Impossible Foods product is also featured in two new dishes following a successful market test earlier this year.

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