Dunkin' Donuts

Panera eyes new tap-and-go setup for coffee sales

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 15, 2019

The chain will test new technology to streamline a.m. service, part of a larger push to provide more convenience and higher-quality items.

Operations

Dunkin’ plans to close more nontraditional sites

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 11, 2019

The doughnut chain’s new emphasis on site quality, not sheer unit counts, includes a move away from self-serve and other scaled-down outlets.

Food

8 new menu items for the new year

By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 15, 2019

Restaurants aim to feed consumers’ often conflicting desires as 2019 begins.

Leadership

Torchy’s expands its C-suite for a growth push

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 14, 2019

Scott Hudler, a longtime veteran of Dunkin’, is among the new hires.

Marketing

Dunkin’ Donuts begins transformation into Dunkin’

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 03, 2019

But doughnuts will remain in the promotional spotlight, along with a new coffee drink and sandwiches.

Operations

The top restaurant news developments of 2018

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 18, 2018

Here's a look back at the news eruptions that shaped the restaurant industry in 2018.

Beverage

10 cozy drinks consumers are sipping this winter

By Patricia Cobe on Dec. 17, 2018

Operators are revamping beverages—both with and without alcohol—to spread warmth this season.

Leadership

Dunkin’ Brands’ Nigel Travis cedes international role to 16-year vet

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 11, 2018

John Varughese will now lead overseas development of Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins.

Technology

Dunkin’, Marriott hit by data hackers

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 30, 2018

Dunkin Donuts' situation suggests other restaurant chains could also be affected.

Financing

In the coffee battle, Starbucks has been the clear winner over Dunkin'

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 27, 2018

But both brands have seen same-store sales slowdowns in recent years, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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