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Sister brands Tender Greens and Tocaya Modern Mexican are revving up for growth

 By Lisa Jennings on Jan. 23, 2023

Combined under One Table Restaurant Brands in 2021, what have the two fast-casual brands been up to since then? Building stability, said CEO Harald Herrmann.

Food

These are Chick-fil-A's most ordered menu items

 By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 23, 2023

The original chicken sandwich, created in 1964, won the top spot on Chick-fil-A’s menu, edging out Chicken Nuggets after their three-year-long reign as No. 1.

Financing

The International Franchise Association goes on offense

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 23, 2023

The trade group, which has spent much of its time in recent years pushing back against regulations, is touring cities in the hope of building a better reputation for franchising.

Technology

Same-day pay app Grazzy raises $4.5M

By Joe Guszkowski on Jan. 23, 2023

The software allows hospitality employees to instantly access digital tips rather than waiting for their employer to convert them to cash.

Leadership

Focus Brands makes some executive changes

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 20, 2023

Julie Younglove-Webb was named chief brand officer for Auntie Anne’s while the brand operator named new heads of design and real estate.

Operations

NYC looks to limit what's provided with to-go orders

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 20, 2023

The bill passed Thursday is expected to save restaurants thousands of dollars. Mayor Adams has not revealed whether he'll sign it.

Food

Soaring egg prices pose a dilemma for a.m. chains

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 20, 2023

Do they share the pain with patrons or sacrifice margin to spare guests from unpleasant surprises?

Operations

Slapfish tests menu overhaul around ‘choose your voyage’ customization

By Lisa Jennings on Jan. 20, 2023

Three units in Salt Lake City will begin offering the new format and brand tweaks later this month.

Financing

Food costs are down, but so are sales

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 20, 2023

The Bottom Line: Producer prices for food declined more than 1% last month, though eggs and beef were up. And restaurant sales declined.

Food

Taco Bell is bringing back chicken wings

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 19, 2023

The Mexican chain’s “Ultimate Gameday Box” features its Mexican Pizza, chicken wings and tacos starting Jan. 26. It also has a special “Wings Filter” on its app showing which restaurants have wings available.

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