News

By Lisa Jennings on Jan. 24, 2023

With the original recipes and even the original Zoe in the kitchen, the founders are turning the clock back to what made the brand great at the start.

Workforce

Union wins a toehold within Peet's Coffee

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 24, 2023

The staff of a store in Northern California has voted to be represented by the same union group that's been organizing Starbucks.

Financing

Battle over ServSafe fees spills into federal court

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 23, 2023

The National Restaurant Association has been sued for using the proceeds to fund its lobbying. The plaintiffs want the practice stopped and reimbursement of the $15 that any employee paid for the course.

Food

Taste Tracker: Arby’s doubles down on steak, Red Lobster does tacos, and salads trend at Zaxby’s and BJs

By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 23, 2023

LTOs spotlighting sandwiches, bowls, chicken and shakes roll out at Sweetgreen, Mendocino Farms, Bob Evans, Just Salad, Burgerville and more.

Operations

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