Global Foodservice News
Wendy’s to Expand REEF Delivery Kitchens with 700-Unit Deal
The Wendy’s Co. and REEF Technology have agreed to a deal that calls for 700 delivery kitchens over the next five years in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, the companies said. Dublin, Ohio-based Wendy’s said it expects the agreement with Miami-based REEF to produce about 50 delivery kitchens this year and the…
Read MorePokeworks Promotes Steve Heeley to CEO
Irvine, Calif.-based fast-casual poke brand, Pokeworks, announced the promotion of chief marketing officer Steve Heeley to CEO. He will be replacing the brand’s co-founder and former CEO, Mike Wu, who will be stepping into the role of chief of culinary. “This announcement is a strategic part of our company’s evolution,” Wu said in a statement.…
Read More“Bubbles, Wine & Brews”
The company announced a “Bubbles, Wine & Brews” menu, featuring curated and locally sourced beer and wine options, as well as Bud Light, Blue Moon, and Corona, and mimosas and wines from Barefoot–Bubbly Brut, Bubbly Chardonnay, and Cabernet Sauvignon. The pilot is now available at three restaurants in San Diego and New Mexico and will…
Read MoreHow Small Restaurant Owners are Navigating the Labor Shortage
Every few weeks, it seems, a new photo goes viral on social media showing a sign in a restaurant window declaring: “This restaurant is closed because no one wants to work.” Restaurant owners have, for months now, been quoted in articles and TV news hits decrying the ongoing labor shortage, blaming the enhanced unemployment benefits enacted…
Read MoreBojangles Dreams of Becoming the Next Global Chicken Brand
Bojangles’ strategic roadmap is supported by a tripod of operational and cultural infrastructure, explains Chief Growth Officer Jose Costa. The first leg is the foundation, which is about running flawless operations while maintaining the speed of service, product quality, and maintenance of facilities. The next support beam is modernization—bringing relevancy to the brand, both inside…
Read MoreTwin Peaks Uses Mountain-Sized Momentum to Create Growth Opportunities
Twin Peaks claims to have the coldest beer in the business, but its growth strategy is bringing the heat. At the close of July, the sports bar stands at roughly 80 units, with about 55 of those owned by franchisees. By the end of 2021, Twin Peaks should expand to 90–91 restaurants, including openings in…
Read MoreHow Restaurants Can Strategically Capitalize on the Restaurants Act of 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has negatively impacted virtually every industry since it began back in March of 2020, especially the retail restaurant industry. The combined effects of America’s pandemic response, such as increased savings and social distancing measures, have forced many businesses to close some of their locations throughout the country, and others to shut down…
Read MoreWingstop is Ready to Take on Manhattan
The fast-casual, whose sales exploded during the pandemic, is planning to open 25 company-owned restaurants—a mix of ghost kitchens and traditional stores—in the heart of New York City, the company announced during a call with analysts Wednesday detailing its second-quarter earnings. “The New York market is one with a lot of white space for our…
Read MoreSmokey Bones’ Virtual Concept Introduces Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Smokey Bones’ virtual brand The Wing Experience is throwing its hat into the chicken sandwich ring and is about to put the other chicken sandwiches to shame. Starting now, its new Crispy Chicken Sandwich is golden fried to perfection and available in 50 different flavors – more than any other brand. While other chicken sandwiches…
Read MoreToo Good to Go Reducing Food Waste one Click at a Time
Chicago is the most recent city to welcome Too Good To Go, the company behind its namesake app for reducing food waste. Founded in 2016 in Copenhagen, and now in 15 countries, Too Good To Go saves more than 200,000 meals every day. Since the B Corporation’s US launch 10 months ago, the app has…
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