Breaking boundaries: Derrick Hayes on purpose, power, building Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

In this episode of Founderology – Built to Breakthrough, Derrick Hayes opens up about the decisions, setbacks, and breakthroughs that shaped his path. He…

Rockland, Maine approves food truck for student job training

August 29, 2025

The Rockland Planning Board has approved a food truck to teach students job skills. Straight Ahead Ministries Inc. will run the Village Soup food truck in a…

How AI can help in operational efficiency, labor productivity, productized compliance

August 28, 2025

In a recent webinar "Labor Forecasting 2.0: Predicting Future Demand and Staffing for Efficient Growth with AI," presented by Deputy and hosted by Networld…

Gong cha, Crust Pizza leaders talk franchising in today's modern restaurant world

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

A session at the Fast Casual Executive Summit will look at franchising dos and don'ts as well as the latest trends and innovations in franchising.

Frios Gourmet Pops hires former franchisee as VP of operations

August 27, 2025

Frios Gourmet Pops has appointed former franchisee Alison Groom to VP of operations, according to a press release.

Food truck combats food insecurity in Chicopee, Massachusetts

August 27, 2025

Aida's Food Truck in Chicopee, Massachusetts is combatting food insecurity in the area. At a giveaway, it distributed more than $85,000 in goods including…

Mooyah VP of operations talks quality of food, consistency and those milkshakes

Beth Stockmoe, VP of operations for Mooyah, discusses the brand's food and operations in our latest Restaurant Operator Podcast.

Loman AI raises $3.5M to transform restaurant operations via voice AI

August 26, 2025

Loman AI, a Voice AI platform for the restaurant industry, has raised $3.5 million led by Next Coast Ventures with participation from TenOneTen Ventures and…

Lobster Roll Festival coming to Milford, Connecticut

August 25, 2025

The inaugural Lobster Roll Festival is coming to Milford, Connecticut on Sept. 20. It will feature food trucks and live music performances, according to a…

Speaker Spotlight: Claudia Lezcano, Fuku CEO

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Claudia Lezcano, CEO of Fuku, shares a look at her career, her achievements and industry trends ahead of her appearance at Fast Casual Executive Summit 2025.

Kenner, Louisiana to host food truck festival for 4th year

August 22, 2025

Kenner, Louisiana, announced its fourth annual Kenner Food Truck Festival, which will be held on Nov. 16 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. by the Kenner Boat Launch…

Celebrating the 2025 Fast Casual Hall of Fame inductees

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Registration is open!

Cherokee, North Carolina to host Food Truck Boot Camp

August 20, 2025

The Food Truck Boot Camp is coming to Cherokee, North Carolina from Nov. 17 to 20. The event will provide training for people looking to get started in the…

From Maine to Milan: The global journey of Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls

How do you take a Maine lobster roll and build a brand that stretches from the East Coast to the heart of Milan, Italy? That’s the kind of breakthrough story…

Toledo food truck destroyed in crash

August 18, 2025

A new food truck in Toledo, Ohio was destroyed in a vehicle crash. Owner Christopher Hooks said he purchased La Mike's Good Eating food truck just a few days…

Software engineer trades coding for Frylicious food truck

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

Software engineer Eric Vonheim traded in coding for a food truck offering boldly flavored fries and nuggets.

Idaho Falls food truck robbed

August 15, 2025

Dave's Fire & Smoke BBQ was robbed in Idaho Falls, Idaho while parked. An individual stole more than $8,500 worth of items and supplies, according to a…

How Saroki's Crispy Chicken & Pizza pairs great food, service with mega pavilions

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Saroki's Crispy Chicken & Pizza proves that gas station food can be great. Lead by brothers Todd and Curtis Saroki, the brand has 19 locations in mega gas…

Utah's only kosher food truck targeted by repeat theft

August 13, 2025

Yalla Kosher, the only kosher food truck in Utah, has faced repeated theft in Salt Lake City. Owner Rabbi Avremi Zippel said that the power supply has been…

How AI turning labor from cost center into growth driver for QSRs

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

In a free webinar titled "Labor Forecasting 2.0: Predicting Future Demand and Staffing for Efficient Growth with AI" viewers will learn how AI is powering…