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Emerging Brands

Curry Up Now plots expansion with latest cash infusion

 By Heather Lalley on Jan. 21, 2020

The Indian fast-casual chain recently received a venture-capital investment from a firm backed by former NFL player Joe Montana.

Financing

Shrinking Krystal files for bankruptcy

 By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 21, 2020

The fast-food burger chain has gone into debt protection with $65 million in debt and closing units, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Leadership

Postino parent adds to its C-suite

By Heather Lalley on Jan. 21, 2020

Upward Projects hires a CFO and chief development officer as it works to expand its casual-dining concept.

Leadership

Chuck E. Cheese’s parent hires new CEO

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 20, 2020

The new leader comes from the family entertainment business, with deep experience in theme parks.

Marketing

Chick-fil-A, Olive Garden also win in ‘Jeopardy!’ showdown

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 17, 2020

A ranking of chain commercials by consumer engagement shows the game program delivered for its restaurant sponsors.

Leadership

Papa John's vet lands atop Papa Gino's, D'Angelo as CEO

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 17, 2020

Tom Sterrett succeeds Bill Van Epps in the top job for New England Authentic Eats.

Consumer Trends

Which chains sell the most-craveable wings?

By Heather Lalley on Jan. 17, 2020

With the Super Bowl fast approaching, here are the chains with the most-craveable chicken wings, according to Technomic consumer data.

Financing

Dave & Buster’s stock soars on activist investor news

By Heather Lalley on Jan. 17, 2020

Private-equity firm KKR & Co. is discussing strategy with the eatertainment chain as it raises its stake to 10.7%.

Topics

12 reveals from this week’s big restaurant event

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 16, 2020

The three dozen chains participating in the ICR Conference provided plenty of aha moments. Here’s a sampling of the surprising tidbits that were aired.

Financing

Burger King starts discounting the Impossible Whopper

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 16, 2020

The chain is adding the plant-based sandwich to its 2-for-$6 promotion for a limited time.

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