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New generation of eco-friendly packaging to be tried by McDonald’s

 By Peter Romeo on Jun. 21, 2019

Two “green” stores slated for Canada will feature wood-fiber cup lids that need no straw, along with wooden utensils.

Operations

Cava is testing car-pickup model

 By Heather Lalley on Jun. 21, 2019

The fast-growing Mediterranean fast casual is allowing customers who place digital orders to drive up to a designated window to get their food.

Financing

Fatburger’s owner buys Elevation Burger for $10M

By Jonathan Maze on Jun. 20, 2019

The latest acquisition gives Fat Brands its eighth brand as it continues to collect franchises.

Financing

Papa John’s invests $80M into franchisees and marketing

By Jonathan Maze on Jun. 20, 2019

The company will provide royalty relief to operators and add to the chain’s ad fund in a bid to improve the brand’s recovery.

Food

KFC is putting Cheetos on a chicken sandwich

By Jonathan Maze on Jun. 20, 2019

The product was so popular during a test that some stores sold out within two weeks.

Operations

Olive Garden tries new off-premise moves

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 20, 2019

The Darden Restaurants holding is still a no-go on small-order delivery, but its catering program is moving within reach of couples.

Emerging Brands

As pot culture goes mainstream, Cheba Hut looks to grow—and grow up

By Heather Lalley on Jun. 20, 2019

The toasted sub concept is adding units through franchising while looking to appeal to a wider demographic.

Emerging Brands

New owner shakes up ops at Crazy Dough’s Pizza as it readies for growth

By Heather Lalley on Jun. 20, 2019

Georgia Franchise Group is using a commissary approach to produce the concept’s labor-intensive dough.

Financing

McDonald’s is testing voice-activated drive-thrus

By Jonathan Maze on Jun. 20, 2019

The company is testing voice-activated ordering, along with automated fry makers and beverage stations, to improve speed and experience.

Food

Del Taco has sold nearly 2M Beyond Tacos

By Jonathan Maze on Jun. 19, 2019

The company is doubling down on plant-based Beyond Meat by adding it to burritos.

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