Krystal Company

Financing

Krystal to sell as many as 150 locations to franchisees

The burger chain is refranchising locations in several states to spur growth.

Food

7 treats sweetening summer menus

Operators are tempting customers with cool sweets to lick, sip and spoon up.

The company said it drove more traffic and even shifted consumer habits. And now it’s extended the offer for another month.

The quick-service chain is offering unlimited original burgers and fries for $5.99 for a limited time.

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Wright was promoted from vice president of marketing and franchise operations at the fast-casual chain.

As consumers increase their off-premise dining, limited-service operators will continue to study their priorities and habits, as well as borrow ideas from chains who are doing it right.

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