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Heather Lalley

Editor, Foodservice Group

Articles by
Heather Lalley

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Technology

Chipotle invests in self-driving delivery company Nuro

Chipotle Mexican Grill has invested in a robotics company that operates a fleet of self-driving delivery vehicles.

Emerging Brands

How the pandemic is reshaping the future of Mendocino Farms

How the pandemic is reshaping the expansion plans for growing fast-casual chain Mendocino Farms.

Leadership

Pokeworks adds 3 industry vets to its C-suite

Pokeworks has hired a chief operating officer, chief marketing officer and chief development officer as it readies for continued growth.

Operations

Chipotle plots its expansion in Canada

Chipotle Mexican Grill said it intends to open eight now restaurants in Canada this year, the first locations in the country since 2018.

Emerging Brands

5 things to know about Roots Chicken Shak

The owners of Roots Chicken Shak are looking to create a franchise model geared toward women and minority entrepreneurs.

Operations

Chicago to award grants of up to $250K to support outdoor dining

The city’s Chicago Alfresco program is looking for designs that benefit community spaces, rather than a single restaurant or bar. Winners will get grants of up to $250,000 to create outdoor dining destinations.

Financing

Inside Naf Naf Grill’s split with Roark Capital

Naf Naf Grill's CEO called its split with funder Roark Capital a "fit issue" and said the fast casual continues to see interest from franchisees.

Financing

Roark Capital sells its stake in Naf Naf Grill

Fast-casual chain Naf Naf Grill has parted ways with investor Roark Capital, the restaurant announced Wednesday.

Workforce

Noodles & Company CEO signs pledge to boost diversity, inclusion efforts

The CEO of Noodles & Company signed a pledge to bolster diversity and inclusion efforts chainwide.

Technology

Shake Shack speeds up its app-based delivery rollout

Shake Shack is now offering delivery nationwide via its app, in partnership with Uber Eats, as it tries to entice customers to use the chain's channels.

Operations

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop is launching a scaled-down sister concept

Fuzzy's Taco Shop is debuting a small-footprint taqueria concept geared toward takeout and delivery business.

Operations

Help is on the way, but well-loved indies keep closing

Despite recent hints of optimism in the industry, restaurants are still struggling. Well-loved independent restaurants continue closing due to the pressures of the pandemic.

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