Restaurant Business

National Restaurant Association names Marvin Irby interim CEO

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 19, 2019

The group’s CFO and chief people officer will also fulfill the CEO’s duties for the NRAEF until a new chief for both bodies is brought aboard.

Consumer Trends

Small but mighty: How sides and apps can boost business

By Joe Guszkowski on Dec. 06, 2019

More diners are ordering sides, appetizers and small plates at restaurants. See five more trends from this menu part and how operators can leverage them.

Operations

Restaurants face another romaine recall

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 25, 2019

Health authorities say only lettuce from a particular area may pose a health risk, but experts say the reaction will likely be broader.

Financing

IHOP inks 94-store franchise deal

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 30, 2019

The restaurants will be operated by TravelCenters of America, the parent of Quaker Steak & Lube and nine other proprietary concepts.

Workforce

&pizza partners with Lyft for discounted late-night rides for employees

By Heather Lalley on Oct. 23, 2019

The pizza concept is testing “Lyft for Late Nights” rides on Friday and Saturday nights at select units.

Operations

Ghost kitchens gain traction

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 21, 2019

Restaurant operations of all types and sizes are suddenly embracing the facilities, which are diversifying and customizing to address past shortcomings.

Food