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Hopdoddy joins the movement to go seed oil-free

 By Lisa Jennings on Oct. 17, 2023

The Texas-based burger chain joins Shake Shack in transitioning to a more planet-friendly vegetable oil alternative developed by Zero Acre Farms, which has Chipotle as a backer.

Financing

Restaurant sales showed some surprising strength last month

 By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 17, 2023

Restaurant and bar sales are up 9.2% over the past year despite a host of challenges, as consumer spending shows little sign of slowing down.

Financing

Ozempic will have an impact on restaurants, but it could take a while

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 17, 2023

The Bottom Line: Obesity drugs are expected to become increasingly popular over the next two decades, which could impact the way a large number of consumers use restaurants.

Operations

BurgerFi CEO begins making moves to evolve better-burger brand

By Lisa Jennings on Oct. 17, 2023

The Florida-based chain acquired two franchise units and is plotting a return to Manhattan. Also, the fries will be improved.

Marketing

Nostalgia in marketing isn't just for older generations

By Lori Rakoczy on Oct. 16, 2023

Technomic's Take: Parents and older family members can induce feelings of second-hand nostalgia and FOMO. It's why catering to parents of young children is so important.

Food

Weather and wallets will impact restaurant menu planning next year

By Patricia Cobe on Oct. 16, 2023

Technomic predicts seven industry trends worth watching in its latest report, “What’s in Store for 2024.”

Technology

How a new generation of chatbots is changing voice ordering

By Joe Guszkowski on Oct. 16, 2023

Large language models like ChatGPT have flipped the script for companies like ConverseNow, which uses AI to take restaurants’ phone and drive-thru orders.

Operations

Why the FTC is coming after restaurant service charges

By Restaurant Business Staff on Oct. 16, 2023

Working Lunch: The podcast from public affairs firm Align Public Strategies features a discussion on Biden’s “junk fees” proposal and more on the tip credit.

Food

Chick-fil-A is coming out with a cookbook

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 16, 2023

The chicken sandwich chain’s cookbook, “Extra Helpings,” will include recipes for some of its menu items, including coleslaw and chicken salad.

Financing

Why are restaurant sales holding up? Credit 'funflation'

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 16, 2023

The Bottom Line: Consumers continue to spend their money on food and entertainment even as the cost for it soars, and they’re spending less on sporting goods and furniture.

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