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McDonald’s is bringing back Hi-C Orange Lavaburst

 By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 10, 2021

The company, which removed the drink from its menu in 2017, is bringing it back after customers demanded it.

Leadership

Digital kitchen platform C3 names a COO

 By Heather Lalley on Feb. 10, 2021

Thomas Negrel was previously VP of finance for Specialty’s Cafe and Bakery, which was purchased by C3 late last year.

Workforce

Noodles & Company to offer PTO for vaccinations

By Heather Lalley on Feb. 10, 2021

The chain said it was “strongly recommending” its workers get shots to protect them from coronavirus.

Financing

Struggling Potbelly shores up its capital to stay afloat

By Heather Lalley on Feb. 10, 2021

The sandwich chain has secured $16 million in funding and has a new line of credit.

Financing

A detailed look at President Biden's Restaurant Relief Fund

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 10, 2021

The aid package would provide grants of up to $5 million per unit, with few spending restrictions, and is targeted at those that need it most.

Consumer Trends

Restaurants had a super Sunday during their 1st pandemic Super Bowl

By Heather Lalley on Feb. 09, 2021

Pizza and wing chains around the country report record sales during the big game, even though gatherings were limited to prevent the spread of COVID.

Emerging Brands

5 things to know about: Viva Chicken

By Heather Lalley on Feb. 09, 2021

How a fast-casual Peruvian chicken chain is trying to bring its charcoal-fired pollo to the masses.

Financing

The stimulus effect starts wearing off

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 09, 2021

Black Box Intelligence data says the year has started off strongly, but has been slowing down every week, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Workforce

Chicken Salad Chick moves its HQ to Atlanta

By Heather Lalley on Feb. 09, 2021

The fast casual said the move better positions the brand for growth in the Southeast and Midwest.

Leadership

Burger King franchisee Carrols names Carl Hauch COO

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 09, 2021

The former NPC International executive will take over operations later this month.

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