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Financing

5 reasons not to fear a recession

 By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 19, 2022

The Bottom Line: The likelihood of an economic downturn is increasing and there is already evidence of slowing demand, but there are reasons the industry is in better shape to withstand these problems.

Food

Boston Market’s new chicken nuggets answer the call for handhelds

 By Patricia Cobe on Jul. 19, 2022

Behind the Menu: The fast-casual chain transforms its iconic rotisserie chicken into bite-size portions, positioning them as healthier nuggets.

Financing

Beverage chains hope to get a jolt from energy drinks

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 18, 2022

After the success of Dutch Bros, chains like Biggby Coffee and Tim Hortons have added energy drinks. Expect more of them as younger consumers in particular demand the beverage.

Food

Restaurants bring on favorites for summer eating

By Patricia Cobe on Jul. 18, 2022

Tacos and fajitas take on new flavors at TGIFridays, Fuzzy’s and bartaco; CPK does seafood and BWW a chicken sandwich; bowls trend at Native Foods, Pokeworks and Flat Top Grill; and more food and drink news of the week.

Financing

Restaurant sales rise, thanks to inflation and consumer demand

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 15, 2022

The Bottom Line: Restaurant sales rose 1% in June, about as much as menu prices increased. The average consumer remains resilient and less willing to cut back on dining out than on other things.

Workforce

Unionization is no longer a looming worry for restaurant chains—it's here

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 13, 2022

Reality Check: A variety of brands are now contending with organizing efforts, and the tally is growing quickly.

Financing

Crumbl Cookies goes to war against copycats

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 13, 2022

The Bottom Line: The fast-growing cookie chain has been filing lawsuits against companies over mimicking its business ideas. It goes to the heart of one of its biggest risks.

Technology

Despite cryptocurrency’s swoon, these restaurants remain believers

By Joe Guszkowski on Jul. 12, 2022

The value of bitcoin and other digital money has plummeted this year, and few consumers use it to pay for food. But early adopters say they're in it for the long haul.

Food

Change is in the summer air as chains take menus in new directions

By Patricia Cobe on Jul. 11, 2022

Taste Tracker: Boston Market roasts nuggets; Zaxby’s tosses up salads; Chili’s and Bonefish get busy at the bar; new shakes and scoops at Culver’s, Main Event, Baskin-Robbins and Marble Slab; and icy coffees, tropical tastes and more come to menus.

Emerging Brands

Sam Fox bakes up two new pizza growth vehicles

By Heather Lalley on Jul. 11, 2022

The Arizona restaurateur is finally ready to add locations of Detroit-style Fly Bye and full-service Doughbird after running them as single units for years.

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