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This week’s 5 head-spinning moments: Reviewed and rated

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 15, 2018

What’s more likely to turn heads, the next chapter in Burgerville’s union dealings, or the fourth bun-related restaurant closure of the week? Check out these and the industry’s other jaw-dropping developments of recent days.

Marketing

How restaurants are handling Twitter’s new design

By Kelly Killian on Apr. 28, 2014

Less than a week ago, Twitter rolled out a new design for profile pages. Some operators have embraced the challenge. Others have more to learn.

Gatti’s acquired by PE firm with ambitions

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 09, 2015

The pizza chain will be led by Michael Poates.

Financing

Restaurateurs scramble to find enough eggs they can afford

By Kelsey Squire on Jun. 26, 2015

The impact of the avian flu on supply has forced operators to rethink their sourcing and menu items.

Restaurant Business names industry’s outstanding social media and tech innovators

By Restaurant Business Staff on Sep. 10, 2015

The first-ever RB/FSTEC Awards honor the operations that have set new models for the business in their use of digital business tools.

Marketing

Social media watch: And the award goes to…

By Kelsey Squire on Nov. 23, 2015

Restaurant brands tried to capture the buzz of the American Music Awards to drum up excitement for their offerings.

Consumer Trends

6 things women want from LSR loyalty programs

By Jill Failla on Nov. 16, 2016

Consumers increasingly expect loyalty programs at limited-service restaurants, and women are key to driving membership usage. New Technomic research unveils six things women in particular want from an LSR rewards program.

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