How PDQ Chicken Brings Back 50% of Unhappy Guests

PDQ Chicken, a fast-casual chain, faced challenges managing guest feedback for its 50+ locations, especially with off-premise business comprising 80% of sales.

Presented by Ovation Up, Inc.

Checkmate raises $10M in Series B funding led by Tiger Global

October 30, 2024

Checkmate, a leading provider of unified ordering solutions for enterprise restaurants has secured $10 million in Series B funding, led by Tiger Global. The…

Thieves steal Detroit food truck

October 30, 2024

A Detroit food truck called Eats Detroit was recently stolen from right outside of owner Cristin Hardison's home. Camera footage revealed two people hooking up…

How catering is increasing sales, actionable growth

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

In a webinar sponsored by Checkmate, three experts look at how catering is increasing sales, trending upwards in its category and building its own business.

Trends Study: Limited Time Offers on Drinks Transform Campus Dining into Student Satisfaction Powerhouse

Recent campus dining trends reports show that beverage LTOs are empowering student satisfaction, on-campus engagement and the development of strong campus…

Warren, Pennsylvania moves ahead with food truck ordinance

October 28, 2024

The Planning Commission for the city of Warren, Pennsylvania, recommended approval of an ordinance for food trucks in the city. The ordinance will remove time…

Modesto, California Filipino food truck opens restaurant

October 25, 2024

The Filipino Corner food truck in Modesto, California, has opened its first physical restaurant.

How Taziki's Mediterranean Café Skyrocketed Survey Volume - Ovation Case Study

Taziki’s Mediterranean Café, known for its made-to-order Mediterranean cuisine, has achieved significant success through its partnership with Ovation. Taziki’s…

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QSRNext session delves into QSR delivery

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

A #QSRNext session will explore innovative delivery strategies and the cutting-edge technology making it happen.

The $70 Billion Opportunity: Actionable Strategies For Catering Growth

With the U.S. catering market hovering around $70B and more companies returning to the office, restaurants are more focused than ever on ways to scale their…

Presented by Checkmate

Electronic music producer Bear Grillz to open Denver food truck with doughnut sandwiches

October 23, 2024

RJ Pangelinan, an electronic music producer that goes by Bear Grillz, plans to open a food truck in Denver called the Electric Donut Factor, which will offer…

Leading universities meet boba demand on campus with Botrista beverage platform

With some colleges launching boba programs in as little as two weeks, students are sharing positive feedback on trendy new drink options being offered on…

Lenny's Subs Celebrates Lenny's Day with Exciting New Beverage Lineup in Partnership with Botrista

Enjoy vibrant new drinks and support your local neighborhood on October 25th!

Nominations open for Pizza Marketplace's 'Pizza Brands to Watch 2025' report

October 22, 2024

Pizza Marketplace's fourth annual Pizza Brands to Watch 2025 report will highlight pizza brands of note. The nomination deadline is Oct. 31.

California police find meth, firearms in Fontana food truck

October 21, 2024

Police in Fontana, California discovered two pounds of meth and three firearms inside the My Boy'z Hibachi food truck. The weapons included an assault rifle, a…

The Taco Station wins Oklahoma Food Truck Championship

October 18, 2024

The Taco Station won the 7th annual Oklahoma Food Truck Championship, held in Chikasha. It also earned a $10,000 prize, according to a report by KSWO.

Digital gift card sales surge 7% year over year

October 17, 2024

Overall revenue from gift card sales is up four percent year over year. The number of digital gift cards sold grew 7% in 2023 to make up 34% of the total gift…

Kansas City-based SMG acquires Bulbshare

October 17, 2024

Service Management Group, a customer, employee and brand experience management partner to over 500 brands, is acquiring Bulbshare, a London-based AI-powered…

Lip Smackers Food Truck takes gourmet wagyu beef on the road

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

Lip Smackers Food Truck and Catering offers tips on how to run a successful food truck business.

QSRNext takes loyalty program deep dive

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

QSRNext will take a deep dive into both loyalty and e-commerce and how they can drive revenue and retention.