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The Big Cheez-It Tostada lands at Taco Bell for a very limited time

 By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 28, 2022

A partnership between the snack brand and quick-service chain resulted in an LTO mashup that’s in test at one restaurant location.

Marketing

Chipotle adds favorite menu items from U.S. Women’s soccer players

 By Heather Lalley on Jun. 28, 2022

The burrito chain once again teams up with athletes for limited-time digital menu offerings and video content, adding the training meals of Rose Lavelle and Sophia Smith.

Financing

Franchisee unrest grows as McDonald’s changes its rules

By Jonathan Maze on Jun. 28, 2022

A group representing Black franchisees voted “no confidence” in CEO Chris Kempczinski. Other groups could take similar steps amid anger over new renewal standards. “An absolute declaration of war on owners," one operator said.

Technology

Lunchbox launches free online ordering system for independents

By Joe Guszkowski on Jun. 28, 2022

Lunchbox Essential allows small operators to create their own online ordering site, extending the company’s reach into the indie market.

Marketing

Chick-fil-A rules, but consumers still prefer full-service dining

By Jonathan Maze on Jun. 28, 2022

The chicken sandwich chain remained consumers’ most-preferred restaurant chain, according to the American Customer Satisfaction Index. But their desire for fast food is waning.

Leadership

Pennsylvania restaurant group names Joe Massaro CEO

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 28, 2022

He'll take over responsibility for the Pennsylvania Restaurant & Lodging Association on July 25 to succeed John Longstreet, who retires at the end of the month.

Technology

At BurgerFi, self-service kiosks are boosting check size—and tips

By Joe Guszkowski on Jun. 28, 2022

The new technology has also allowed the chain to reallocate cashiers to the dining room.

Consumer Trends

Remembering the mother of all supply-chain disruptions

By Restaurant Business Staff on Jun. 28, 2022

Think inflation at the gasoline pumps is a four-alarm issue for the economy? Consider this fuel crisis of the not-so-distant past.

Workforce

How rising costs and more tech could impact culinary schools

By Joe Guszkowski on Jun. 27, 2022

Attendees at an annual gathering of foodservice educators saw how industry changes might trickle down to their curriculums.

Financing

One small barbecue chain is doing the unthinkable: Lowering prices

By Heather Lalley on Jun. 27, 2022

Mighty Quinn’s dropped the price tag on its two most-popular menu items by about 9% after its protein costs went down, saying it wanted to pass the deflation on to diners.

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