Wendy's

Wendy’s will start using more easily recycled cups

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 20, 2021

The burger chain said it plans to start serving clear plastic drink cups in early 2022.

Wendy’s is guaranteeing the quality of its new fries

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 13, 2021

The burger chain, which recently reformulated its french fries, will now replace the fries if they don’t arrive “hot and crispy.”

Technology

Wendy’s is bringing Google into its restaurants

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 12, 2021

The burger chain is working with Google Cloud to help create new dining experiences for its customers.

Marketing

'Where's the beef?' creator Cliff Freeman dies

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 28, 2021

The ad guru was also responsible for Little Caesars' "Pizza, pizza" campaign, for which he also provided the voice-over.

Premium

Food

QSRs raise the bar on breakfast to compete for morning customers

By Patricia Cobe on Sep. 22, 2021

Consumers are once again eating breakfast away from home, and quick-service concepts are vying for their business with upgraded menus.

Food

Wendy’s is introducing a new french fry recipe next month

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 26, 2021

The company is also coming out with a new Big Bacon Cheddar Cheeseburger as it continues to upgrade its premium menu.

Premium

Financing

Ghost kitchens hit the bigtime with Wendy’s deal

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 25, 2021

The chain’s 700-unit deal with Reef Kitchens signals that delivery-only locations could be the next big battleground for big concepts, said RB’s The Bottom Line.

Financing

Wendy’s to open 700 ghost kitchens with Reef

By Joe Guszkowski on Aug. 11, 2021

The strategy is a key part of the chain’s ambitious global growth plans that include lower franchisee requirements and a new $100 million development fund.

Financing