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COVID-19 will forever change the foodservice industry
by Bruce Reinstein — President, consolidated concepts
Experts predict how the coronavirus will affect the foodservice industry through three lenses: consumers, operators and manufacturers.
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7 ways the CARES Act could hurt restaurants
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
The National Restaurant Association this week sent letters to leaders at the U.S. Treasury and Small Business Administration asking for clarification — and in…
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How To: Setting up a delivery service for your food truck
by Richard Traylor — Writer, WebstaurantStore
This is the first of a two-part series on how food truck operators can put a delivery service in place. For many right now it's helping keep the food truck…
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How To: Advertising your food truck without spending a dime
by Richard Traylor — Writer, WebstaurantStore
There are dozens of ways food truck operators can promote and advertise their business and brand without having to spend a dime.
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Smashburger, AMC Theatres execs among leaders weighing in on COVID-19, shrinking kitchens
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
Leaders from AMC Theaters, Wing Zone, Smashburger, Four Foods Group and Middleby discuss how they are changing their kitchen designs to stay profitable, while…
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COVID-19 hitting food truck operators hard on financial front
by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com
The coronavirus pandemic, which is prompting the closing of public events and outdoor festivals, is prompting the shuttering of food trucks and big loss of…
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This is not your grandfather's, or grandma's, grilled cheese
by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com
The EZ Cheezy food truck, owned and run by Shannon Garrows, isn't your typical grill cheese sandwich fare. Garrows shares insight on running the truck and what…
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Buying a food truck: Advice, insight on customization, design and decor
by Richard Traylor — Writer, WebstaurantStore
In this second part of a two-part series readers get tips about customization, design and decor for that newly-purchased food truck.
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Buying a food truck: Tips, insight and what to know beforehand
by Richard Traylor — Writer, WebstaurantStore
This is part one of a two-part series on what food truck operators need to know ahead of buying that first food truck. We'll cover everything from costs to the…
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How To: Choosing a name for your food truck
by Richard Traylor — Writer, WebstaurantStore
One of the most dynamic aspects in the food truck world are all the wonderful names in play. Choosing a name is a critical part of the business strategy. Here…
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Wingstop, McAlister’s Deli, Tropical Smoothie leaders among RFIS closing keynote panelists
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
During the closing keynote session at the annual Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit next month in Atlanta, the presidents and CEOs of International…
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How To: Improving your food truck marketing strategy
by Christine Potts — Senior Editor, WebstaurantStore
A strong marketing strategy is important for every kind of business, but especially for food trucks given the mobile nature and the increasing competition.
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Wanted: Tips, advice, insight and your food truck stories
by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com
Food Truck Operator wants to hear from food truck operators, food truck consultants and experts and everyone helping operators grow and prosper via new…
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US restaurants vs coronavirus: The very real things US brands can do now
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
No, the coronavirus is not a major health threat in the U.S. at this time. But the fact is, that could quickly change, and there are some very real…
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Costa Rican entrepreneur finds a niche with a food tuk-tuk
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
A Costa Rican entrepreneur creates a food tuk-tuk, a motorized three-wheeled vehicle, and finds success focusing on catering events.
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Entrepreneur bases expansion on restaurant/food trailer synergy
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
Expanding his New York-based restaurant operation to Georgia allowed Willie Degel the chance to launch a food trailer, which he hopes will let him leverage his…
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'Food Truck Alley' expands at NRF show in NYC
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
Once again, food trucks provided attendees at the NRF show at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City an alternative to the facility’s indoor…
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Restaurateur/TV personality Willie Degel launches his first mobile eatery
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
Veteran restaurateur and TV personality, Willie Degel, has long recognized the brand building potential of mobile eateries, but he needed to have the right…
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Foodservice leaders tout inclusive cultures to quell 'labor pains'
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Inclusion and diversity are more than HR catchwords when it comes to restaurant staff. Leaders of four restaurant brands say brands that truly embrace these as…
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Alcoholic popsicle truck finds fast acceptance in Florida, adds franchisees
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
After developing a following among foodservice and hospitality accounts for all-natural, alcoholic popsicles, Buzz Pop created a food truck to make the product…
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