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McDonald’s adult Happy Meals have been a massive hit

 By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 20, 2022

Marketing Bites: The burger chain proves that you don’t need a big name to have a big impact; Taco Bell brings back a hit marketing effort; Papa John’s gets spooky.

Financing

Chip City gets $10M from Danny Meyer’s Enlightened Hospitality Investments

 By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 20, 2022

The New York-based cookie chain has given equity to key partners in a bid to create a more passionate team.

Emerging Brands

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

By Lisa Jennings on Oct. 19, 2022

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

Financing

Starbucks is selling what’s left of Seattle’s Best to Nestle

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 19, 2022

The coffee giant had acquired its crosstown rival nearly two decades ago, but it is now focused on its core brand.

Financing

Why restaurants could become the country’s electric vehicle charging network

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 19, 2022

Restaurant parking lots could serve a useful need as electric vehicles grow in popularity and demand for chargers increases. But there are practical benefits to operators, too.

Operations

Take a look at Jack in the Box’s new prototype

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 19, 2022

The burger chain unveiled a takeout-only prototype in Oklahoma. The company believes it could be key to its growth plans. Here's a look at the details.

Food

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

By Lisa Jennings on Oct. 18, 2022

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

Workforce

Restaurant chains pour money into effort to kill California's fast-food wage act

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 18, 2022

Chains like In-N-Out, Starbucks and Chipotle are contributing millions to a drive that would put the Fast Act on the 2024 ballot.

Marketing

McDonald’s will test selling Krispy Kreme doughnuts

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 18, 2022

The burger chain will conduct a limited-time operations test at nine company locations in Louisville, Ky.

Marketing

Arby’s will start selling a new smoked bourbon

By Patricia Cobe on Oct. 17, 2022

Limited-edition Arby’s Smoked Bourbon is infused with the same smoked oak as its Smokehouse Sandwiches.

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