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Subway bakes up footlong cookies at Miami pop-up for National Cookie Day

By Patricia Cobe on Dec. 01, 2022

The extra-long cookies, inspired by the Subway Series sandwiches, are piled with sweet toppings instead of meats and cheese.

Financing

McDonald’s is testing a new drive-thru concept in Texas

 By Jonathan Maze on Dec. 01, 2022

The burger giant is testing a small-format restaurant in Fort Worth. Its centerpiece is a conveyor system that delivers food to a mobile-order lane.

Marketing

Here’s a look at Chick-fil-A’s first merchandise line

By Jonathan Maze on Dec. 01, 2022

The “Chick-fil-A Originals,” feature a selection of apparel and other merchandise. They are not expected to last long.

Financing

Here's why the nation's largest restaurant franchisee is branching into hotels

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 30, 2022

Greg Flynn sees opportunity in a number of franchising-based businesses. Lodging is just one of them. And there will be more.

Financing

Jack in the Box’s Del Taco deal was more expensive than it seems

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 29, 2022

The Bottom Line: Executives argued that “synergies” made the deal more palatable. But it’s taking a while for those cost savings to take hold. Investors have responded accordingly.

Operations

Gift card season brings merch and holiday hopes of discounts

By Lisa Jennings on Nov. 29, 2022

McDonald’s and Chipotle add the thrill of mystery to their promotions.

Leadership

5 takeaways from Amy Alarcon, head chef at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 28, 2022

The director of culinary’s boundless enthusiasm for exploring the brand’s New Orleans’ roots keeps those groundbreaking menu items coming.

Leadership

Dutch Bros names Christine Barone president

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 28, 2022

The former CEO of True Food Kitchen and ex-Starbucks executive will take over company operations as it targets 4,000 locations.

Financing

Lower-income consumers are eating more fast food

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 22, 2022

The Bottom Line: Quick-service chains are getting more business from lower-income diners. Here’s why it might not all be a trade-down from more expensive restaurants.

Financing

Here’s what Jack in the Box is doing to improve store margins

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 22, 2022

The burger chain’s stock was hammered Tuesday as inflation and investments ate into its profits. The company is taking operational steps to improve margins, such as new cheese pumps.

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