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Burger King shows signs of progress in its comeback effort. Can it last?

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 14, 2023

The Bottom Line: Burger King’s struggles last year were emblematic of the chain’s long history. The brand under Tom Curtis suggests things are turning around. But the biggest challenge is to keep it going.

Marketing

The Grimace birthday promotion was an even bigger success than McDonald's expected

 By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 14, 2023

The burger giant, which has been a marketing force in recent years, reached “billions” with the promotion, thanks to a “genius” viral social media trend that took the company by surprise.

Financing

The M&A market is showing signs of life

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 14, 2023

The Bottom Line: Benihana is apparently on the market, according to reports, helping to signal that the market for restaurants is improving.

Workforce

Fast Act's on hold, but Calif. has pushed through another way to raise fast-food wages

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 14, 2023

Working Lunch: The SEIU was successful in recreating the 1920s-era Industrial Welfare Commission, with the power to set pay within industries with a large portion of low-wage earners.

Food

Larry Posen's Aquafaba Cookies

By Patricia Cobe on Jul. 14, 2023

The executive chef at the University Center in Chicago is featured in this ongoing video series that features a signature menu item prepared in his cafeteria kitchen.

Technology

Donatos Pizza to launch pizza vending machine

By Joe Guszkowski on Jul. 13, 2023

The chain and its sister companies Agape Automation and the Grote Co. are co-developing the automated pizzeria with robotics firm Appetronix.

Operations

3 great restaurant mysteries Agatha Christie couldn't solve

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 13, 2023

Reality Check: Missing coalitions, mystery associations and fair food are head-scratchers that have us vexed. And we've read all of Sherlock Holmes.

Food

How True Food Kitchen reimagined its menu with a focus on hyper-seasonality and comfort

By Patricia Cobe on Jul. 13, 2023

Head chef Matthew Padilla introduced more than 30 new dishes to appeal to a broader audience while staying true to the brand’s original wellness mission.

Food

YouTube's 'Queen of Cakes' creates limited-time menu for Paris Baguette

By Patricia Cobe on Jul. 13, 2023

Behind the Menu: Yolanda Gampp partnered with the bakery café chain on three new tennis-themed items—a doughnut, cake slice and latte.

Leadership

Craveworthy Brands and Pizza Factory name new executives

By Reyna Estrada and Lisa Jennings on Jul. 13, 2023

Executive Summary: A roundup of high-level hirings and promotions in the restaurant business includes changes for Wingstop and PRIMO partners.

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