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Fast-Casual Academia, Climatarian Menu and Ice Auction

Modern Restaurant Management

” The majority of SALIDO's employees joined NAB following the acquisition to continue innovating the Restaurant OS. Food trucks, pop-up supper clubs, fast-casual restaurants, and brewpubs are all a part of the unique culinary fabric of this country. Learn About Fast-Casual Dining.

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Week in Review: Fast casual’s good year, Dave's gets sold, El Pollo Loco’s potential buyer and more

Restaurant Business

But it wasn’t quite so bad for fast-casual concepts , which outpaced other categories with 9% growth in 2024, according to Technomic. Fast-casual chicken chains, including Dave’s Hot Chicken, saw double-digit sales growth, while fast-casual pizza continued to falter. By Heather Lalley on Jun.

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Four Industry Trends to Boost Your Restaurant Business

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But there are also some areas where innovation is needed. This might mean weaving elements of fast-casual dining into your design. On top of that, retail sales of plant-based foods that directly replace animal products grew by 17% from August 2017 through August 2018. It could also include using minimalist concepts.

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Michelin-starred chef and owner of Konro arrested on domestic battery charges

Restaurant Business

In 2017, he was arrested in Chicago on charges of assaulting his ex-wife and a business partner, according to Eater Chicago. News independents chefs Lisa Jennings is a veteran restaurant industry reporter and editor who covers the fast-casual sector, independent restaurants and emerging chain concepts. Sign up here.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Randy’s Donuts Plans Rise and Burger King Makes Sustainable Commitment

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To showcase bold new flavors, On The Border has elevated its menu, and the innovative new dishes will be available for guests visiting North Point. Despite the lagging global pandemic, the organic fast-casual brand is surging forward with record-breaking sales, franchise development growth, and new guest acquisition and satisfaction.

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MRM Plant-Based: Good Food Scorecard and Healthier Hospital Food

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42 of the country’s favorite fast food and restaurant chains still don’t offer a plant-based entrée, according to a report released today by The Good Food Institute (GFI). “Sodexo’s Sustainable Diets Strategy in North America has resulted in a number of benefits and innovations for our clients and customers.

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MRM Franchise Feed: CPK in Canada and Real Famous BBQ

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We think CPK’s creative California vibe and innovative menu will resonate with Albertans and offer something completely new in the market.” ” “The plant-based movement is one of the highest growing industries today, with plant-based food sales increasing 31 percent since 2017,” said CEO Jeff Levine.

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