Quick_Service

How Smoothie King cut back on sugar and won

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 31, 2022

A Deeper Dive: Wan Kim, CEO of the fast-growing chain, discusses how the chain risked its growth to stay true to its healthy mission.

Beverage

5 things to know about Starbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 29, 2022

The coffee giant unveiled its fall menu, including the new Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew, which goes on sale starting Tuesday. Here are some notable facts about the menu.

Leadership

McDonald’s names Jon Banner global chief impact officer

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 24, 2022

The former PepsiCo executive will oversee the burger giant’s Global Impact Team, including sustainability and ESG, government relations and communications.

Financing

16 Handles is sold to a group featuring YouTuber Danny Duncan

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 23, 2022

The 30-unit frozen yogurt chain was sold to its largest franchisee, Neil Hershman, who brought in Duncan to be its chief creative officer.

Leadership

Casey Terrell named Krystal CMO

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 23, 2022

The former head of digital transformation at Focus Brands takes over the top marketing job immediately.

Marketing

Why restaurant mascots have been benched this ad season

By Restaurant Business Staff on Aug. 23, 2022

Restaurant Rewind: The onetime marketing superstars have lost the spotlight to food, guests and less-controversial employees. The spokesfigures' past may explain why.

Food