Editors' Picks
Starbird Names John Phillips Chief Development Officer
Starbird taps franchise veteran John Phillips as chief development officer to lead national expansion and franchise growth.
Nov 2, 2026
Bloomin' Brands to Buy Outback Franchisee in Chapter 11
Out West Restaurant Group filed Chapter 11 as Bloomin' Brands agreed to buy 61 Outback Steakhouse locations in a planned, court-supervised sale.
Nov 2, 2026
The Salty Hires Krispy Kreme Veteran as New CEO
Maria Rivera, former Krispy Kreme U.S. President, becomes CEO of The Salty as the Miami doughnut brand scales up without losing its founder-driven soul.
Nov 2, 2026
How to Use Food Cost Data to Improve Restaurant Profit Margins
Learn how to analyze food cost data, control ingredient expenses, reduce waste, optimize menu profitability, and improve restaurant profit margins through informed decisions.
Nov 2, 2026
Luna Grill Names Stephanie Atencio Chief People Officer
Restaurant and retail HR veteran Stephanie Atencio joins Luna Grill as chief people officer, bringing 25+ years of people and talent leadership.
Nov 2, 2026
How AI Can Help Improve Restaurant Operational Efficiency
Discover how AI helps restaurants improve operational efficiency through smarter forecasting, inventory management, employee scheduling, automation, and data-driven decision-making.
Nov 2, 2026
10 Tips on How to Run a Restaurant More Efficiently
Discover 10 practical ways to run a restaurant more efficiently by streamlining workflows, optimizing staffing, reducing waste, and improving service speed.
Oct 30, 2026
Dine Brands Rejects $39 a Share Takeover Bid
Dine Brands adopts a poison pill after Cobblers Cove and Arkhouse offer $39 a share, as Applebee's, IHOP, and Fuzzy's post mixed results.
Oct 30, 2026
Restaurant Promotion Ideas to Increase Sales and Protect Margins
Restaurants attract guests without losing profit through targeted bundles, loyalty rewards, and limited-time offers, tested small and measured against costs.
Oct 30, 2026
DoorDash's $17 Billion Instacart Acquisition Explained
DoorDash agrees to acquire Instacart for $17 billion in a deal reshaping grocery and restaurant delivery for shoppers, merchants, and gig workers.
Oct 29, 2026
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