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An in-depth look at a fast-growing c-store chicken concept

 By Jonathan Maze on May 01, 2024

A Deeper Dive: Jim Norberg, CEO of Krispy Krunchy Chicken, joins the podcast to talk about the chain’s rapid growth and how it plans a push into marketing and delivery.

Operations

What went wrong at restaurant-retail hybrids Foxtrot and Dom’s?

 By Heather Lalley on Apr. 29, 2024

Retail Watch: It appears, at least in part, that the value equation didn’t add up for inflation-weary consumers. Plus: C-store stalwart Krispy Krunchy Chicken has big growth plans.

Financing

Malls are quietly making a comeback

By Jonathan Maze on Apr. 25, 2024

Once left for dead as shoppers moved online and then the pandemic hit, malls are regaining lost traffic. And that has been a boon for restaurant chains like Auntie Anne's, Cinnabon and Chick-fil-A.

Workforce

Employees of discontinued Foxtrot and Dom's chains sue for unpaid wages

By Greg Lindenberg on Apr. 25, 2024

A class-action suit contends the food shops’ staffs weren’t alerted of the closings at least 60 days in advance, as required under federal and state law.

Operations

Convenience stores pose a growing threat to restaurants

By Heather Lalley on Apr. 19, 2024

Retail Watch: Technomic’s State of the Industry report sounds a c-store alarm, Grubhub expands grocery delivery and 7-Eleven completes its Laredo Taco Company acquisition.

Emerging Brands

Whole Foods unveils small-format store for urban markets

By Greg Lindenberg on Mar. 04, 2024

The first Whole Foods Market Daily Shop will offer groceries as well as grab-and-go meals and a cafe concept called Juice & Java.

Emerging Brands

Wonder's newest location is inside a Walmart

By Joe Guszkowski on Feb. 26, 2024

The unit in Quakertown, Pa., is the first of up to four such outlets for the delivery-focused food hall concept.

Marketing

Melting Pot dips into the direct-to-consumer market

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 19, 2024

The fondue chain is selling do-it-yourself meal kits through a partnership with Omaha Steaks.

Food

The Trader Joe's effect: How the grocery chain is a gateway to global flavors for restaurant customers

By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 12, 2024

With its accessible and affordable array of international products, Trader Joe’s opens consumers’ palates to unfamiliar cuisines. But it can work both ways, say operators—restaurants also provide taste experiences that benefit retail sales.

Emerging Brands

7-Eleven broadens its restaurant footprint with a $1B acquisition

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 12, 2024

The c-store chain is buying the Laredo Taco Co. fast-food units it doesn't currently own, along with the Stripes c-stores that house them.

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