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Creditors accuse Old Country Buffet’s former owners of misusing PPP funds
Fresh Acquisitions, whose assets were just sold to Famous Dave’s owner, is being accused of misappropriating $20 million before it filed for bankruptcy, including $4 million in Paycheck Protection Program funds.
Payment startup Sunday acquires Canadian counterpart Chk Plz
The company said it will lean on Chk Plz's expertise to add new features.
Accused of going too far, Hooters says its scanty new uniforms are just an option
Employees have complained via social media that the shorts reveal too much and give them a nonstop wedgie
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The pandemic has overhauled attitudes on drive-thrus
With dine-in still a long way from recovering and heavy demand for takeout, the controversies surrounding the lanes have faded away, says RB’s The Bottom Line.
Caribou Coffee trusts its operators and finds a new prototype
The Minneapolis-based coffee chain is making a big bet on its drive-thru concept, one it designed with some assistance from its top operators.
How a 6-unit fast casual is behaving like a much bigger chain
Denver-based Mici Handcrafted Italian has some big-name advisors, well-oiled operations, a thriving rewards program, and it’s starting a major growth push after 17 years building its foundation.
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A Deeper Dive
"A Deeper Dive” is a weekly podcast from Restaurant Business dedicated to going in-depth on the most pressing challenges and opportunities restaurant operators face today, hosted by Editor-in-Chief Jonathan Maze.
Buzzworthy Brands
Host Heather Lalley, Senior editor at RB, talks with the founders and CEOs of emerging brands to discuss their opportunities, challenges and strategic innovations. Look for a new episode released every other Tuesday.
Menu Feed
“Menu Feed” is a biweekly podcast hosted by Senior Editor Patricia Cobe that delves into menu development and food and drink trends through lively conversations with chefs and operators.