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Infighting threatens one of the country’s top-grossing independent operators, a lawsuit alleges

By Heather Lalley on Apr. 01, 2022

A partner in the group that owns Maple & Ash, Etta and others said his business associate is trying to force him out of the company and is putting its future at risk.

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Off-premise strategies demand proven ingredients

Sponsored content from our partner Tyson Foodservice on Mar. 30, 2022

Restaurant takeout and delivery services, a critical part of restaurant survival during the past two years of the pandemic are expected to remain important elements of the foodservice landscape going ...

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Dave & Buster’s hopes for smooth sailing after latest COVID surge has passed

By Heather Lalley on Mar. 29, 2022

The food-and-games operator said it’s seeing significant pent-up demand for gathering in its restaurants and is working to boost its late-night business.

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Dos Toros is sued over the treatment of pigs and chicken

By Heather Lalley on Mar. 29, 2022

The fast casual claims its proteins are “naturally and humanely” raised, but the suit says the animals face inhumane treatment. Dos Toros said it’s investigating the allegations.

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Wendy’s is making a big move into Mexico

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 28, 2022

The burger chain, which is making a big push into international markets, believes it can build a lot more restaurants south of the border.

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Applebee’s franchise exec fired after using gas prices to justify lower wages

By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 28, 2022

A leaked email from Wanye Pankratz, executive director of operations for Apple Central, drew widespread backlash and reportedly led some employees to quit.

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