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What are they getting into?

 By Peter Romeo on Apr. 16, 2015

Announcements of diversification have picked up fast and furiously of late, be it a new product, new prototype or new concept entirely.

Operations

This week’s 6 head-spinning moments: Jiujitsu business moves

 By Peter Romeo on Jan. 27, 2017

The industry abounded in agility and ingenuity this week, smashing some longstanding traditions in the process. And the standout example of a brand that didn't change with the times moved one step closer to possible extinction.

Emerging Brands

New wave of celebrity chefs try fast casual

By Heather Lalley on May 03, 2017

Here are seven high-end operators trading in prix fixe for fast casual.

Emerging Brands

7 new concepts drawing attention this week

By Heather Lalley on Jun. 15, 2017

A mega food hall, celebrity chef opening, Australian coffee invasion and more highlight the latest crop of new concepts.

Technology

6 hacks to make the most of kiosk ordering

By Heather Lalley on Oct. 17, 2017

Operators share their secrets for boosting efficiency and check averages with touchscreen ordering.

Emerging Brands

800 Degrees Pizzeria rebrands to add rotisserie focus

By Heather Lalley on Feb. 12, 2018

The fast-casual pizza chain expands with grilled meats and cocktails on the menu.

Starbucks offers $200 gift for Mom

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 20, 2015

Starbucks is promoting a limited-edition gift card as a possible present for Mom this Mother’s Day. The card sells for $200 and comes loaded with $50 in credit for the purchase of Starbucks products.

Emerging Brands

8 openings on our radar

By Lauren Hallow on Feb. 09, 2017

Restaurant Business’ latest openings roundup includes outposts from international chains, restaurants specializing in ethnic fare, plus more to keep an eye on, including a revamped Planet Hollywood.

Emerging Brands

5 hotel-based concepts worth checking out

By Heather Lalley on May 16, 2017

Hotels are taking risks with high-end dining. Will the gamble pay off?

Emerging Brands

High-tech Eatsa closes majority of its units

By Heather Lalley on Oct. 24, 2017

Eatsa, the automat-style chain heralded as a possible solution to rising labor costs, has shuttered all but two of its locations, citing plans to retool its menu and sell its technological platform to other concepts.

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