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One small barbecue chain is doing the unthinkable: Lowering prices
Mighty Quinn’s dropped the price tag on its two most-popular menu items by about 9% after its protein costs went down, saying it wanted to pass the deflation on to diners.
The restaurant industry is splitting in two
The Bottom Line: The business is increasingly bifurcating. Fast-food restaurants are focused on speed and production. But demand for experiential dining remains high. Those in between may struggle.
How rising costs and more tech could impact culinary schools
Attendees at an annual gathering of foodservice educators saw how industry changes might trickle down to their curriculums.
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Franchisee unrest grows as McDonald’s changes its rules
A group representing Black franchisees voted “no confidence” in CEO Chris Kempczinski. Other groups could take similar steps amid anger over new renewal standards. “An absolute declaration of war on owners," one operator said.
Cracker Barrel sheds 'old country store' image for a hipper vibe with menu upgrades
In a push to expand its customer base and increase check averages, the chain is focusing on breakfast customization, plant-based choices and on-trend menu items.
A wealth of new menu items entices diners over the Fourth of July holiday weekend
Taste Tracker: Chicken in new guises at BWW, Slim Chickens and Toppers; Mooyah, Auntie Anne’s and Smashburger shake it up; refreshing thirst-quenchers for Starbucks, Dunkin’ and Charleys; and everything from cocktails to concretes to cookies make their debut.
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