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The Power of Connection: Women Leaders Gather in Las Vegas
For Marilyn Freundlich, connection is the foundation of longevity and a thriving career. "I have long believed that meaningful progress in the food, beverage, and hospitality industries begins with connection to one another, to new ideas, and to the communities we serve," said Freundlich, International President of Les Dames d'Escoffier…
CEO on the front lines? How burger chain Freddy’s is optimizing restaurant operations
CEO Chris Dull shares the lessons he’s learned about workflow and technology just by working in his kitchens
The Rush to Build Hotels Around Food
The data is clear: food-led hotels only outperform when they're not competing with a vibrant local dining scene. Minor Hotels and a wave of other hotel groups will have to place its their new culinary-themed brands carefully.
Buffalo Wild Wings taps Hannah Berner and Amanda Batula for March Madness promotions
The celebrities appear in ads marketing the ongoing Pick 6 Meal for Two promotion
Applebee’s franchisee files Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Parent company Dine Brands will act as a stalking horse bidder for the company, which operates more than 50 restaurants
Wendy’s puts DC superheroes in the spotlight
The chain’s limited-edition DC Rides Kids’ Meal features 12 collectibles
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Firehouse Subs franchisee files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
The company operates locations in Idaho and Utah
A Gulf Hotel Just Signed the World’s Leading Tourism Climate Pact. Its Home Country Runs on Oil and Gas
Coral Beach Resort Sharjah is the first hotel in the Middle East to sign the Glasgow Declaration. But the real question for hotel owners is whether these pledges translate into lower costs or stronger demand in a region still heavily reliant on fossil fuels.
McDonald’s scores another winning collab with KPop Demon Hunters
The chain has collaborated with Netflix to introduce meals inspired by the Academy Award-winning animated film
Krispy Kreme accelerates refranchising plan
In a joint venture transaction announced Tuesday, WKS Restaurant Group will increase its ownership stake from 45% to 80%
Burger King turns to pepper for latest Whopper by You
The Peppercorn BLT is available for a limited time beginning March 30
Trump Appoints Polarizing Figure Nick Adams as Tourism Envoy
Nick Adams' public comments go against the vision of tourism as a way to promote cross-cultural understanding — an awkward fit for a job meant to promote the U.S. abroad.
UAE Holiday Homes Slash Prices as Demand Collapses
They say aggressive discounting has become unavoidable due to ‘unreasonable’ offers from hotels.
Krispy Kreme closes $90M refranchising transaction with joint venture
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Starbucks tests new ordering channels for licensed stores
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Domino’s uses AI to improve Tracker pickup and delivery times
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Coca-Cola spends $650M to expand Fairlife production
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Higher Platform Fees For The Same Service? Swiggy, Zomato Flex Pricing Power
Earlier this week, Bengaluru-based food delivery giant Swiggy increased its platform fees by approximately 17% to ₹17.58 (after taxes). The…
Food Delivery Is Expensive, And Rapido Wants It Fixed
After catering to select pockets of Bengaluru since June last year, Rapido formally announced the launch of Ownly, its standalone…
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