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Does Instagram influence where customers dine out?

The social media channel boasts drool-worthy food photos, but how much does it impact restaurant choice?

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Papa John’s introduces new loyalty program

The pizza chain says Papa Rewards will give out points faster than before.

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Cheesecake Factory’s delivery giveaway goes awry

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 06, 2018

The 60,000 free slices of cheesecake were gone in an hour, sparking frustration and an arrest.

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5 chains getting festive with holiday merchandise

By Heather Lalley on Dec. 06, 2018

From mugs to onesies, here are some of the wacky branded goodies chains are offering up now.

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McDonald’s promotes sustainability efforts with pop-up coffee farm

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 29, 2018

Consumers learned about coffee growing, climate change and conservation at the McCafe Sustainable Coffee Journey in downtown Chicago.

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Fazoli’s tries a ‘never-ending’ pasta deal

By Heather Lalley on Nov. 28, 2018

The quick-service chain steals an Olive Garden stunt and offers up eight weeks of unlimited pasta, with an off-premise twist.

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Restaurants try new lures for Black Friday shoppers

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 21, 2018

Discounts are still a staple, but new come-ons include free rides and tamales.

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Taco Bell takes on London

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 20, 2018

The Mexican QSR chain took over Big Ben to celebrate its upcoming opening in the city.

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How one indie dealt with social media backlash

By Heather Lalley on Nov. 16, 2018

The Red Hen, confused with a restaurant of the same name that kicked out the press secretary, got sassy online and won over the haters.

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10 limited-time offers with the most consumer appeal

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 15, 2018

These LTOs tempted customers in October.