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Kelsey Squire

Editor-in-Chief, FoodService Director

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Kelsey Squire

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Fridays offers a twist on BOGO with new burger promo

The casual-dining chain debuted a social media-based “buy a burger, give a burger” promotion.

Del Taco completes merger, goes public

Shareholders of Levy Acquisition Corp. approved the merger Tuesday, with an eye toward accelerating the chain’s growth nationwide.

Chick-fil-A leads limited-service chains in customer satisfaction

Chipotle took second place, according to the latest American Customer Satisfaction Index, while Texas Roadhouse led the full-service restaurant category.

Randy Gier, CEO of RAVE Restaurant Group, named EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award winner

The award honors Gier for his innovation and dedication as CEO of Pie Five Pizza and Pizza Inn’s parent company.

Financing

Restaurateurs scramble to find enough eggs they can afford

The impact of the avian flu on supply has forced operators to rethink their sourcing and menu items.

Noodles & Company names Mark Mears CMO

The former Schlotzsky’s CMO replaces Dan Fogarty, who stepped down in March.

Subway names Suzanne Greco president

Greco, sister of Subway CEO and co-founder Fred DeLuca, has assumed the role of president while DeLuca battles leukemia.

Bruegger’s Bagels, Jamba Juice to launch co-branded locations

The nine planned units will offer menu items from both chains as early as September.

Long John Silver’s touts sustainable sourcing

The fast-food chain highlights its sourcing practices via a value-driven “summer meal deal.”

Dairy Queen debuts oven-baked sandwiches, desserts

Franchisees of the fast-food chain install new ovens to support the DQ Bakes! product offerings.

Whataburger restores regular breakfast hours

The chain says it has secured additional egg supply after an avian flu-induced shortage caused it to pare the hours during which egg-based breakfast items were served.

Tava Indian Kitchen secures $4.5 million investment

Former Smashburger CEO Dave Prokupek joined the fast-casual chain’s board of directors as part of the deal, which the chain says will help fuel the concept’s expansion plans.

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