National Restaurant Association launches 'Made in Restaurants' initiative

September 9, 2026

The National Restaurant Association has launched "Made in Restaurants," a national initiative designed to showcase the restaurant industry's role in shaping…

Yo Daddio! Barbecue brings a taste of Texas to Florida

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

Ever since earning its name from a misspelling, Yo Daddio! Barbeque has made a name for itself serving up central Texas style BBQ in Florida.

Parkersburg, West Virginia food truck ordinance back to planning commission following debate

September 9, 2026

A proposed food truck ordinance in Parkersburg, West Virginia is now back to the Municipal Planning Commission due to concerns from a food truck operator and…

Me, Ted Lasso and something in common

by Valerie Gritton

Twenty years ago, I started my career in restaurant journalism. Now, I’m back where it all began as the editor of QSRWeb and Pizza Marketplace.

Jamaican food truck explodes in Fort Walton Beach, Florida

September 8, 2026

Jodean Sweetland, owner of JD's Kitchen, woke to a big surprise when her food truck exploded recently, which also woke up many residents in Fort Walton Beach…

The Food Pit food truck sparks controversy for joke about hitting women

September 4, 2026

The Food Pit food truck in Dayton, Ohio, has sparked controversy after making a social media post that its burgers were so good, "it really makes you wants to…

Soul & Savor Food Truck Fest coming to Savannah Labor Day weekend

September 3, 2026

The Soul & Flavor Food Truck Fest, organized by the Black Savannah organization, will run from Sept. 4 to 5 in Savannah, Georgia. The event celebrates…

Fletcher's Corny Dogs expands beyond the fair to food trucks

A 1940s corn dog concession stand got new life during COVID-19 through a food truck.

Lombard, Illinois to host Food Truck Social

September 2, 2026

The Lombard Historical Society will host a Food Truck Social on Sept. 5 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. This is the fifth annual food truck event in Lombard, Illinois…

4 reasons (and a raccoon) why you can't miss the Fast Casual Executive Summit

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Keynoters, Perfect Pitch contestants and a trash panda walk into Arlington; here's your Fast Casual Executive Summit October 4–6 game plan.

Fast Casual Executive Summit preview: Learn how a unified guest view spurs big rewards

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

Fast casual brands can break down the walls between tech systems to craft a unified customer view that can drive an immediate return-on-investment. Learn how…

How Steele Smiley sold a fitness empire to bet on healthy fast food

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

Steele Smiley spent 15 years building a fitness empire with more than 900 U.S. franchisees and locations in more than 35 countries, sold it, and founded CRISP…

Aurora, Colorado considers restricting food trucks

September 1, 2026

Aurora's City Council in Colorado is considering an ordinance to restrict food trucks in the city. Council member Angela Lawson is calling on the city to limit…

California man convicted of food truck fraud

August 31, 2026

Fernando Jaregui Orchoa, 30, of Ceres, California, was convicted of running a fraud operation targeting victims seeking to start their own food trucks.

Jason's Deli, Omnirev leaders talk guest data, AI for driving repeat catering business

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

AI and guest data can drive retention and turn guest data into revenue. Learn how during a panel talk at the Restaurant Catering Workshop, taking place Oct.

Food & Music Festival coming to Columbia, Mississippi

August 28, 2026

The Food & Music Festival is returning for the 5th consecutive year in Columbia, Mississippi. It will feature 12 food trucks and several musical acts on…

Accuracy is the new loyalty: How smart labeling protects restaurant profits

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Star Micronics' upcoming webinar, "Accuracy Is the New Loyalty," will explore how integrating smart labeling with existing restaurant technology eliminates…

Shawarma Press, Chicken Salad Chick, Firehouse Subs execs to talk operational complexities at Fast Casual Executive Summit

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

The upcoming "Complexity Killers" session at the Fast Casual Executive Summit will guide restaurant operators in auditing and streamlining their bloated tech…

Grafton, Illinois to create food truck ordinance

August 27, 2026

The Grafton City County has organized a committee to consider a food truck ordinance to enable food trucks to operate in the city, according to a report by…

Colonial Grill to open physical restaurant

August 26, 2026

The Colonial Grill, a food truck based in Jersey City, New Jersey, plans to open its first restaurant. The food truck is popular locally with more than 400,00…