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Memphis food truck owners question permit cost
November 1, 2023
Some food truck operators in Memphis, Tennessee are questioning permit requirements, which they say could be too pricey for some operators. The city requires…
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White Castle's AI ordering increases efficiency, eases labor pains
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
QSRweb and Pizza Marketplace Editor Mandy Detwiler talked to Jamie Richardson, vice president of White Castle, to learn how the brand incorporated AI into its…
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PFT, Cousins Maine Lobster roll out 40th truck
October 31, 2023
Premier Food Trucks, a custom food truck designer and manufacturer, has rolled out its 40th custom-built mobile kitchen for Cousins Maine Lobster, a nationwide…
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New York food trucks defaced with swastikas
October 31, 2023
Multiple food trucks and a health food store in Montauk, New York were targeted by antisemitic graffiti following the recent renewal of hostilities between…
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Popeyes, FAT Brands execs talk about challenges facing women in the lead
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
October 31, 2023
A session titled "Women in the Lead" will bring together two remarkable leaders in the food industry, Amy Alarcon and Jenn Johnston, to discuss their journeys…
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Webinar: How location intelligence trends shape fast casual, dining sectors
October 31, 2023
In a bid to unlock the secrets behind the booming fast casual and wider dining industry, a free webinar, "Restaurants in 2024: A Data-Driven Outlook," will…
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Franklin County, Virginia to require food trucks to obtain license
October 30, 2023
Food trucks in Franklin County, Virginia will have to obtain a license to operate in the county. They will also have to obtain a decal from the county that it…
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Food truck park opens in Louisville, Kentucky
October 27, 2023
A food truck park has opened in Louisville, Kentucky across from the Kentucky Exposition Center. The space will feature six rotating food trucks, along with a…
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Text marketing highly effective for pizzerias
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
In this episode of the Pizza Marketplace Podcast, editor Mandy Wolf Detwiler speaks with Shane Murphy, co-founder and CEO of Boostly, about the effectiveness…
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Philadelphia considers ban on food trucks in Fishtown
October 25, 2023
Philadelphia's city council is considering a ban on food trucks operating on a three block stretch of Fishtown. Councilman Mark Squilla proposed the ban after…
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Southeast Asian food truck to open restaurant in Iowa
October 24, 2023
Lucas and Liberty Miller, co-owners of food truck Versus, have purchased a physical location in Dubuque, Iowa, which they will turn into a restaurant called…
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40% of customers say that they don't tip food trucks
October 23, 2023
A recent Forbes Advisor survey found that 40% of customers won't tip food trucks, ranking higher than fast casual restaurants at 38% and takeout food at 36%.
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Qdoba exec to speak about restaurant evolution at one-day QSR event
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Kyle Moses, Senior Director, Operations Services & Training & Development for Qdoba, will speak at #QSRNext on Nov. 8. The half-day event is designed for the…
read nowFood truck park opens in Bossier City, Louisiana
October 18, 2023
The SoBo Food Truck Park has opened in Bossier City, Louisiana. The city approved the park six months ago, according to report by KTBS 3.
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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.
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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…
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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…
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#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.
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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.
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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…
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