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Financing

Del Taco is considering a sale

The company is reportedly getting interest from both private-equity firms and strategic buyers.

Marketing

McDonald’s, in need of a morning jolt, is giving away coffee

The fast-food giant is debuting its new-look McCafe this week with a pay-it-forward promotion.

Leadership

Greg Lippert named CEO of Texas upstart Willie’s Grill

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 19, 2019

The casual-dining veteran is responsible for growing the regional brand and its sister concept.

Financing

Buffalo Wild Wings’ former activist takes a hit

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 19, 2019

Marcato Capital, which won a high-profile battle against the chicken wing chain, has reportedly seen its assets plunge, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Leadership

Smashburger elevates its COO to president

By Heather Lalley on Aug. 19, 2019

Carl Bachmann will oversee the Jollibee Foods Corp.-owned fast casual as it grows.

Financing

3G Capital is making a bet on Potbelly

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 19, 2019

The private-equity firm has been buying up stock in the sandwich chain. Exactly why is uncertain.

Workforce

Government watch: A roundup of new laws and regulatory actions affecting restaurants

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 16, 2019

New Jersey stiffens penalties for employers, new overtime rules are percolating on several fronts, New Mexico operators fight paid sick leave in controversial fashion and Washington keeps up the pressure on anti-poaching policies.

Leadership

Longtime Foodservice Packaging Institute leader Lynn Dyer to step down

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 16, 2019

She will exit the presidency this fall for a corporate job.

Food

McDonald’s manager of culinary innovation departs

By Heather Lalley on Aug. 15, 2019

Michael Haracz is known for his work developing the chain’s popular Buttermilk Crispy chicken line.

Financing

Small-company earnings roundup: Fat Brands, Diversified Restaurant Holdings, Ark Restaurants, Freshii

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 15, 2019

Size didn't seem to matter for this mixed bag of operators during their most recent quarters. Labor and traffic proved as much of a challenge for them as it did for chains of scale.

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