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How Slutty Vegan Founder turned $20M in debt into a $100M comeback
by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners
In this episode of "Founderology – Built to Breakthrough," Pinky Cole Hayes shares her “PhD. lessons” and mindset that fueled her comeback.
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Star Micronics leads the way in smart labeling for growing restaurants
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Smart labeling is a necessity in today's restaurants. Learn how Star Micronics is leading the charge in labeling technology.
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Las Mexicanas Food Truck cuts through with machete shaped tacos
August 4, 2025
Las Mexicanas Food Truck recently opened in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Its current claim to fame are its long corn tortillas called machetes due to their…
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Boise food truck park struggles to find food trucks
August 1, 2025
State St. Food Truck Lot recently opened in June 2025 in Boise, Idaho. However, it is now struggling to find food trucks and is currently empty, according to a…
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Illinois Wildflower Farm to host Food Truck Night
July 30, 2025
The Wildflower Farm in Monee, Illinois will host the Food Truck Night on Aug. 2. Owner Anna Carmine said she wants to give guests an opportunity to, "come pick…
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Velvet Taco, Salad House, &pizza, Erik's DeliCafe leaders talk online engagement, smart promotions
by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com
Top restaurant leaders share insight on fueling growth through online engagement and smart promotions at the upcoming Fast Casual Executive Summit.
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Sioux Falls Watecha Bowl reopens as a food truck
July 28, 2025
Watecha Bowl, a Native American run restaurant, has reopened in Sioux Falls, South Dakota as a food truck. The truck will serve Indian tacos, bison burger…
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Nominations now open for Pizza Marketplace's 'Pizza Brands to Watch 2026' report
July 25, 2025
Pizza Marketplace's annual Pizza Brands to Watch 2026 report will highlight pizza brands of note. The nomination deadline is August 15.
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Boxer rolls into the food truck ring with Ringside Grill Food Truck
by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator
Boxer Tarvis Simms has entered a new arena: food trucks.
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Speaker Spotlight: Andy Huang, VP/COO, L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com
Andy Huang, VP/COO, L&L Hawaiian Barbecue is one of dozens of panelists participating in the upcoming Fast Casual Executive Summit.
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Gluten free food truck Backyard Bakery opens in Maine
July 25, 2025
The Backyard Bakery food truck recently opened in Dixmont, Maine. The truck offers gluten free and vegan items for anyone with dietary or health restrictions…
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Wild Wednesday Food Truck Zone comes to Lincoln, Nebraska
July 23, 2025
Lincoln, Nebraska will host the Wild Wednesday event beginning on July 23 within the Food Truck Zone. It will continue to run every other Wednesday until Oct.
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A&W marketing leader's diverse background plays role in brand strategy
In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, host Mandy Detwiler, editor of QSRweb and Pizza Marketplace, chats with Amanda Potts, vice president of…
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Cold Spring, New York puts hiatus on food trucks
July 21, 2025
The village of Cold Spring, New York has put a hiatus on food trucks. The village board has passed a six month moratorium to allow food trucks to operate…
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Speaker Spotlight: Susan Taylor, Juice It Up CEO and president
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Susan Taylor, CEO and president of Juice It Up, shares a look at her career, achievements and industry trends ahead of her appearance at Fast Casual Executive…
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How to navigate the drive-thru landscape
by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator
How can drive-thrus navigate long waits, order accuracy and innovative tech? A panel at the Fast Casual Executive Summit will take a deep dive into the…
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Mexico Beach considers clearer food truck guidelines
July 18, 2025
The Mexico Beach, Florida City Council is aiming to improve its food truck and trailer guidelines. The current guidelines only have stipulations on food truck…
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Indianapolis considering food truck ordinance to combat crime
July 16, 2025
Indianapolis is considering a food truck ordinance, due to concerns over violence late at night near the food trucks. No exact details have been released, but…
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Keeping the Maine thing the main thing: How 2 'Cousins' built a global brand
In this episode of Founderology: Built to Breakthrough, Sabin Lomac—co-founder of Cousins Maine Lobster—shares how one wild night idea with his cousin Jim…
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Marshall, North Carolina debates allowing food trucks downtown
July 14, 2025
The Marshall, North Carolina Town Board is currently considering whether it will allow food trucks to operate downtown. However, some board members and…
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