Global Foodservice News
Nextbite acquired by SBE Hospitality Group CEO Sam Nazarian
SBE’s virtual restaurant platform C3 was formerly a competitor of Nextbite and will now be its sister company just days after Ordermark was sold off to UrbanPiper SBE Hospitality Group and virtual brand platform C3’s founder and CEO Sam Nazarian has solely acquired Nextbite, just days after Nation’s Restaurant News reported that Nextbite’s order management…
Read MoreWhy Marketing Your Restaurant is Not Expensive
Restaurant marketing has evolved multiple times over the last two decades. The old model of restaurant marketing was to invest a lot of money in magazines, radio, or television ads. Many bought billboards and bus stop benches. Needless to say, this was very expensive and there was no way to track ROI (return on investment).…
Read MoreRed Robin/s Revamp Takes a Bite out of Wait Time
Just 2% of guests now report waiting more than 15 minutes for a table, an 8-point improvement from a year ago . . . . If you visited a Red Robin last year, there was a decent chance you’d have to wait to get a table. About 1 in 10 guests reported waiting more than…
Read MoreNew president of Barilla’s Americas region
Barilla names new president for region Americas, Barilla Group Melissa Tendick has been named president of Barilla’s Americas region, effective June. She will succeed Jean-Pierre Comte, who is stepping down from his role after serving 13 years at the company. Ms. Tendick, currently vice president of marketing for Barilla’s Americas region, brings over 20 years…
Read MoreNestle Names New Head of Operations
Stephanie Pullings Hart has been named deputy head of operations at Nestle SA, effective July 1. She will succeed Magdi Batato, who is set to retire after a 30-plus-year career at Nestle. Ms. Pullings Hart is currently senior vice president of operations at Warby Parker, where she is responsible for manufacturing, supply chain, and customer…
Read MoreWicked Kitchen Acquires Plant-Based Seafood Company
Plant-based company Wicked Kitchen has acquired Current Foods, an alternative protein company that manufactures plant-based seafood for food service and fine dining locations in the US and Europe. “Current Foods is a perfect match for Wicked as a global-impact brand with the same mission and complementary products,” said Pete Speranza, chief executive officer of Wicked…
Read MoreAdventure and Novelty Identified as 2023 Flavor Trends
Kerry’s 2023 flavor insights report reveals the latest foodservice flavor trends consumers are seeking, including new combinations of traditional tastes, indulgence, and younger consumers seeking unconventional mashups of food and beverages they grew up with in combination with emerging flavors from other regions. Consumers are also wanting to indulge at a cost-effective price point. “Ensuring…
Read MoreApplebee’s Accelerates a New Era of Dining
Nearly every Millennial can recall a story when they carpooled with friends or family over to their neighborhood Applebee’s Grill + Bar, likely after a high school football game or choir concert, to grab Late-Night Half-Price Apps like spinach artichoke dip and mozzarella sticks. Memories are etched onto the walls, and not just in a…
Read MoreTaco Bell Introduces yet Another Aeration of its Nacho Fries
Taco Bell is offering a breakfast promotion every Tuesday through June for members of its rewards program . . . . Taco Bell has introduced Steak Chile Verde Fries to the menu nationwide, featuring jalapeno, lime, and herbs served atop Nacho Fries with nacho cheese sauce, a three-cheese blend, reduced-fat sour cream, Fiesta strips, and…
Read MoreCarl’s Jr. and Hardee’s Offer Mystery Deal for International Burger Day
My Rewards members who purchase any burger on the app will receive a mystery Famous Star offer . . . . Calling all burger lovers. For International Burger Day on May 28, Carl’s Jr.® and Hardee’s® are offering deals for My Rewards members who purchase a burger via the Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s apps. The…
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