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Make room, New York delis. Zingerman's is coming to your town

 By Lisa Jennings on Sep. 29, 2023

The iconic deli from Ann Arbor, Mich., is planning a one-day pop-up on Oct. 7. But don't get too excited. This does not indicate plans for expansion.

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Coffee chains brew up promotions for National Coffee Day

By Reyna Estrada on Sep. 28, 2023

Marketing Bites: Dairy Queen drops new merch, the Spongmonkeys debut their first single and a variety of food-centric holidays are around the corner.

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&Pizza promises free pie every time a candidate says 'Trump' during debate

By Lisa Jennings on Sep. 27, 2023

Calling it "exhausting political theater," the chain isn't taking sides but wants to reward "those with the stamina to watch." Drinking whenever the former president's name is mentioned is optional.

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Restaurant chains have been the subjects of crazy rumors. Here are some standouts.

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 26, 2023

Restaurant Rewind: The industry has given rise to reports that defy reason. But that doesn't mean they didn't find traction.

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Loyalty programs are getting more cost-effective for restaurants, report says

By Joe Guszkowski on Sep. 25, 2023

The gap between loyalty and non-loyalty discounts is narrowing, according to Paytronix, as some restaurants make their rewards programs less generous.

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Fast-food marketing comes under legal scrutiny

By Jonathan Maze and Reyna Estrada on Sep. 22, 2023

Quick-service brands have long used food stylists to make their burgers look better in ads than they do in the restaurants. But customers are pushing back. And a recent ruling against Burger King is giving their complaints life.

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Cracker Barrel fires up its first loyalty program

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 21, 2023

Users can earn prizes ranging from a heat-and-eat platter to any hot entree. The points can also be used for items sold in the concept's retail shops.

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Burger King wants to help diners score a date

By Reyna Estrada on Sep. 21, 2023

Marketing Bites: The burger giant launches a limited-edition Homecoming Meal, Panera is paying for dating subscription services and Schlotzsky’s debuts a sandwich-inspired home decor line.

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Calif. is poised to OK Amsterdam-style weed cafes

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 20, 2023

Dispensaries would be allowed to sell foods and beverages for on-site consumption, and feature live entertainment, under a bill heading for Gov. Newsom's signature. It also allows pot users to light up on-premise.

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Enough with pumpkin spice already

By Patricia Cobe on Sep. 19, 2023

Fall doesn’t officially arrive until Saturday, but pumpkin started flooding menus way back in the beginning of August. Have Americans had their fill yet?

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