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BuzzBallz owner takes stake in influencer Alix Earle’s cocktail brand Sipmargs
The deal is Sazerac's second investment in a celebrity-backed brand in two weeks after it purchased equity in Kendall Jenner’s 818 Tequila.

Taco Bell is launching a Mexican Pizza/Cantina Chicken mashup
The limited-time offer is available starting May 21 and will be served with a new Jalapeño Citrus Salsa

Building Zero-Proof Beverage Programs for Gen Z’s Sober Shift
Not long ago, ordering a non-alcoholic drink at a bar meant settling for something foregettable; a Shirley Temple, a sparkling water with lime, or a diet soda.

FSMA 204: A Supply Chain Readiness Test for the Restaurant Industry and Beyond
For restaurant operators, food traceability often becomes urgent during a recall. For the suppliers that serve them, it is becoming a daily operational requirement, with a looming deadline.

Five Restaurant Marketing Gaps That Quietly Hurt Revenue
Restaurant marketing mistakes are often easy to miss because they do not always look like marketing mistakes.
Bombay Banta raises Rs 8 crore backed by DSG Consumer Partners aiming to disrupt India’s soft drink market
This Pre-Series A raise will fuel Bombay Banta's next phase of growth.
Swiggy moves to become India-owned company, eyes fewer FDI restrictions
Swiggy has announced upcoming adjustments to its board nomination policies as part of its strategy to establish itself as an Indian owned and controlled company.

Why global fast-food chains are prepping a fresh serving in India
India is seen as a big growth market for global fast food chains that are serving customized menus and new strategies after years of mixed success here.

Inventory Model Pivot? Swiggy Seeks Shareholder Nod To Cap Foreign Ownership
Foodtech major Swiggy has kickstarted the process of becoming an Indian-owned and controlled company (IOCC). As part of this, the…

The Delivery Divide: How Restaurants Are Rethinking Third-Party Apps vs. In-House Systems
There is no denying the transformative impact of third-party delivery services.

Jack in the Box names Mark King interim CEO
Lance Tucker, who was only named permanent CEO 14 months ago, is out and will be replaced on an interim basis by the former Taco Bell chief executive

Lance Tucker out as Jack in the Box CEO
Tucker held the CEO post for just over 13 months, coinciding with continued sales declines and a tough fight with activist investors. Mark King will succeed him on an interim basis.
In a tough burger business, some chains are taking share
Sales among limited-service burger chains remain weak as consumers cut back on dining and shift to chicken or other items. But Culver's and Shake Shack are gaining ground

Marcus Samuelsson to debut burger restaurant at New York soccer stadium in 2027
The as-yet-unnamed concept is expected to join other local restaurants at Etihad Park

Dave & Buster’s brings back unlimited gameplay passes for summer
The eatertainment chain also unveiled 10 new games as it looks to shake a same-store sales slump

New Chicago restaurants to try during the National Restaurant Show
The Windy City is a restaurant-rich town. Here are a few places to check out that are brand new and (mostly) ready to be discovered.

QSR pizza sales turned negative in 2025
While the overall industry has decelerated for four consecutive years, pizza was the only category in the red

Papa Johns, Pizza Hut and El Pollo Loco
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Beyond Meat puts protein drinks at the center of turnaround plan
CEO Ethan Brown said it’s been acting as a “beverage company in hiding,” with a board of executives from Coke, Boston Beer and more.

National Restaurant Association Show's 2026 FABI awards spotlight top trends
The 28 food and beverage products receiving the award target the needs of today’s operators, menus and consumers
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