Customer service still tops for restaurant staff

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, host Mandy Detwiler talks to Zak Omar, CEO of Atomic Wings, an emerging wing brand out of New York City.

That Food Truck is all about proving how to do it better

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

In 2022 Anthony Pinheiro and Juanita Keddy launched a food truck called That Truck and share a bit of advice when looking back on getting started: Operators…

Tork launches restaurant workflow guide

October 16, 2023

Tork, an Essity brand, has launched Tork Workflow for Restaurants, a guide designed to improve experiences for both guests and staff, maximize operational…

#QSRNext Keynote: Unlocking the secrets of menu innovation with Frisch's CEO

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

James Walker, CEO of Frisch's, will give the keynote address on menu innovation at the #QSRNext half-day event for restaurant executives on Nov. 8 at 10 a.m.

Haven Hot Chicken wins The Perfect Pitch at the Fast Casual Executive Summit 2023

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Haven Hot Chicken won The Perfect Pitch concept competition at the Fast Casual Executive Summit in Louisville, Kentucky on Oct. 9.

Hibachi food truck opens in Kentucky

October 16, 2023

Torera Hibachi has opened in Owensboro, Kentucky. This food truck, run by Steve Poll, serves teriyaki chicken, garlic shrimp and teriyaki steak hibachi bowls…

University of Texas football player opens food truck in Austin

October 13, 2023

Deandre Moore, a freshman University of Texas Longhorn football player, opened a food truck called Jive Turkey in Austin. This truck offers the Jive Burger…

Webinar unveils secret sauce for franchise success: Standardization

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

October 11, 2023

Sam Gerace, CEO of Lineup.ai, and Michael Schatten, VP of operations at fast-casual brand Carrot Express, talk about standardizing operations to increase…

Tega Cay, South Carolina considers relaxing food truck regulations

October 11, 2023

Tega Cay, South Carolina is considering relaxing regulations on food trucks. Advocates want the city to reduce the requirement that food trucks be 400 feet…

How diversity became Shake Shack's key ingredient

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

Shake Shack set big goals for diversity. At the Fast Casual Executive Summit, Idris Stover, director of diversity, equity inclusion and engagement, discussed…

How to make, sell creative pizzas in modern industry

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

In this episode of the Pizza Marketplace Podcast, Pizza Marketplace editor Mandy Wolf Detwiler catches up with Andrew Scudera Jr., owner of The Original…

Destroyed food truck to reopen

October 9, 2023

The Bite, a food truck in Tumalo, Oregon, was recently destroyed by a fire, but will reopen in a trailer, according to a report by Central Oregon Daily.

Scooter's Coffee exec: 'The whole point of innovation is growth'

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Nathan Lester, senior director, drive-thru innovations for Scooter’s Coffee, spoke about pairing innovation and growth during the keynote address kicking off…

Shawarma food truck opens permanent location in Ohio

October 6, 2023

AnA Shawarma, previously a food truck offering shawarma platters and Philly cheesesteaks, has opened a restaurant in Clintonville, Ohio, according to a report…

Smashburger, Woworks, Craveworthy leaders revealing menu optimization tips

October 5, 2023

Optimizing menus across channels is one of the most important tools restaurants have when it comes to increasing customer satisfaction. Happy customers equal…

Union, Missouri mulls eliminating food truck fee

October 3, 2023

Union, Missouri's Park Advisory Board has removed an additional fee for food trucks to operate in city parks department events. Instead, they will have to have…

Spuddy Buddy Fry Factory is all about the fries

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Eddie and Elisa Basile launched their Spuddy Buddy Fry Factory food truck at the start of this year. One big lesson they shared: Whatever you might believe it…

Food truck allegedly caused illness outbreak

October 2, 2023

County officials in Kirkland, Washington suspect a food truck called Tacos El Guero was behind an outbreak of gastrointestinal illnesses in the area. A total…

Plant-based food truck opens in Bloomington

September 29, 2023

Planted Bloomington recently opened in Bloomington, Indiana. The plant-based food truck offers open-faced sandwiches with wooden spoons and forks. Owner Nicole…

Craft cocktails: How to elevate the art of mixology

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

In recent years, the world of cocktails has witnessed a renaissance of sorts, with a growing appreciation for the art and science of mixology. Craft…