Global Foodservice News
How 7 Brew’s first CMO is marketing the fastest-growing brand in the US
Ex-KFC U.S. CMO Nick Chavez is building on existing brand love for the beverage chain with culture-hacking campaigns and a loyalty app that is social by design. Since its 2017 founding, 7 Brew has quickly established itself as a restaurant brand to watch, with a drive-thru model that serves up more than 20,000 possible drink…
Read MoreSpeed Wins: The Restaurants That Hire First Are Winning the Talent Race
In a competitive labor market, restaurants that respond quickly to applicants can gain an edge in securing top hourly talent before it disappears. For years, restaurant hiring has been treated like a numbers game. Post a job, collect applications, review resumes, schedule interviews, and hope the best candidate is still available when you’re ready to…
Read MoreWhy Exceptional Hospitality Matters More Than Ever
In Canada, full-service restaurants now represent a significant share of the hospitality landscape. In May 2025 alone, full-service restaurant sales reached $8.5 billion, reinforcing that guests are still seeking out refined, sit-down dining experiences, according to Statistics Canada, However, this opportunity for growth also means competition. Operators aim to create value by enhancing the overall…
Read MoreWhy everyone suddenly wants a classic Pizza Hut lamp and what’s next for the Tiffany-style lamp revival
If you remember the smell of pan pizza baking under a Tiffany-style lamp, the squeak of a vinyl booth against the back of your knees and the ding of a Book It button pin, Pizza Hut is quietly rebuilding your childhood. Even as the restaurant prepares to shutter roughly 250 U.S. locations in 2026, a…
Read MoreThe Ferri Group Adds Culinary Sales Associate
The new hire, Michael Kalajian, will demonstrate equipment for operators and dealers. Manufacturers’ rep firm The Ferri Group has hired Michael Kalajian as its culinary sales associate. Kalajian brings more than 40 years of foodservice experience to the role. He spent 20 years as a chef in upscale restaurants in New York City before transitioning…
Read MoreUnox sees AI driving next-generation kitchens
UK managing director Steve McGarvie insists the technology built into its latest ovens is taking kitchen performance to new levels Unox equipment is designed to support today’s chefs, foodservice operators, bakers and retail users who are looking to deliver high-quality food, without compromising on efficiency and consistency. The brand is known for innovation, technological advancement…
Read MoreARK MFG Acquires Therma-Tek Commercial Cooking Solutions
The deal marks ARK MFG’s move into the hot side of commercial kitchen solutions. ARK MFG has acquired Therma-Tek Commercial Cooking Solutions. Therma-Tek designs and manufactures commercial cooking equipment in the U.S. The deal marks ARK MFG’s move into the hot side of commercial kitchen solutions. “This acquisition continues us down our path of investing…
Read MoreNRA publishes public safety guide for restaurants in the US
The guide follows a three-stage framework covering preparation, incident response, and recovery. The National Restaurant Association in the US has released ‘Always Ready: Public Safety’, a resource guide for restaurant operators and employees responding to public safety incidents. The guide is designed to help restaurants identify risks, improve preparedness, and support staff and guests during…
Read MoreTGI Fridays Heads to Balkans With 10-Unit Deal
The brand’s partner Devolli Group will develop 10 TGI Fridays restaurants across Kosovo, Albania and North Macedonia. TGI Fridays has signed a deal that will lead to its first-ever expansion into the Balkans. The brand will partner with Devolli Group, which will develop 10 TGI Fridays restaurants across Kosovo, Albania and North Macedonia. The brand…
Read MoreKFC names first global chief brand officer amid identity overhaul
The chain created the post as it refreshes iconic assets, including Colonel Sanders, and recenters its menu on offerings like boneless chicken. KFC has appointed Amy Ellis Durini to the newly created role of global chief brand officer, effective Nov. 1, according to a press release. Durini will have a remit encompassing brand strategy, loyalty,…
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