Chef Notes
Dual-Brand Strategy Helps Dine Avoid Restaurant Closures
Dual brand strategy helps Dine Brands keep restaurants open by pairing Applebee’s with IHOP, preventing closures across 45 U.S. sites.
Portillo’s lays off nearly a fifth of corporate staff
Portillo’s cuts 18% of corporate staff to streamline operations and refocus on growth amid sales decline. Learn how this strategy impacts business.
Bain Capital acquires Gong Cha bubble tea chain
Bain Capital's bubble tea acquisition of Gong Cha adds 2,200 stores worldwide, including 240 U.S. locations, expanding the global brand before year‑end.
Panera Moves Headquarters to Massachusetts
Panera moves headquarters to Massachusetts as part of its RISE turnaround plan for growth and unified culture.
Wingstop sales drop for fifth straight quarter
Wingstop sales have declined for the fifth consecutive quarter, signaling ongoing challenges for the chicken chain despite systemwide revenue growth.
Fast-food chains expand drive-thru salad options
Fast-food chains like Taco Bell are expanding drive-thru salad options to rebuild trust after food safety issues affected thousands.
Noodles & Company lifts outlook after strong quarter
Noodles & Company boosts its annual outlook after a strong quarter with 10.3% same-store sales growth and higher traffic.
Food Makers Cautious on AI, 10% Scale Carefully
AI adoption is reshaping food manufacturing, but a survey shows 60% of leaders fear being too hesitant, with only 10% scaling the…
Celebrate your birthday at work with mangia catering.
Is there a corporate event, birthday party planned in your office, or do you just want to have a delicious lunch at…
15 “harmful” foods that actually bring tremendous benefits to our body
Today, nutritionists compile a wide variety of lists and ratings of unhealthy foods. Warning that pizza, fried meat, beer and many more…