Menu Development: Page 3
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McDonald’s value menu launch gets inspirational boost from John Cena
The actor-wrestler appears in new ads that turn into a oddball spiel about the transformational power of the McValue platform.
By Peter Adams • Jan. 7, 2025 -
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Subway launches sub of the day deal
After the early end of its $6.99 meal, Subway is stepping back into the value wars with a meal deal for every day of the week.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Jan. 6, 2025 -
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Restaurants big and small are experimenting with their menus to align with the preferences of on-the-go diners and mitigate the impact of rising food costs, supply chain disruption and shrinking consumer discretionary funds.
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Starbucks’ turnaround plan will be ‘no quick fix,’ analysts say
The chain wants to improve customer experience by making its stores more welcoming and speeding up service. But will the changes come fast enough?
By Michael Brady • Jan. 6, 2025 -
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Del Taco adds new burritos and value bundles
The chain’s same-store sales shrank considerably last quarter, though its value messaging may be starting to work, company leadership said.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Jan. 3, 2025 -
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Inside KFC’s tech-centric concept
Opening Monday in Orlando, Florida, Saucy focuses on chicken tenders and will use order-ahead pickup technology to boost speed and efficiency.
By Julie Littman • Dec. 19, 2024 -
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Taco Bell adds chicken nuggets to menu
The nationwide rollout, which will happen Thursday, follows successful regional market tests in Minneapolis and Houston.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Dec. 18, 2024 -
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The restaurant industry’s top 3 winners and losers of 2024
Sales and traffic fell for many brands, like Starbucks and McDonald’s, but fast casuals like Chipotle and Cava had a good year.
By Julie Littman , Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Dec. 17, 2024 -
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How c-stores pushed the envelope on foodservice in 2024
From creating new restaurant concepts to expanding menus and bringing in QSRs, retailers keep seeking new ways to enhance this key category.
By Jessica Loder • Dec. 13, 2024 -
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Why Todd Penegor wants Papa Johns to make more pizzas
Menu innovation may drive customer trial, but that doesn’t strengthen the brand’s core appeal, the chain’s CEO said during an investor event.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Dec. 12, 2024 -
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An inside look at Taco Bell’s beverage concept
Live Más Café offers drinks that appeal to Gen Z consumers like chillers, agua frescas and specialty coffee drinks.
By Julie Littman • Dec. 10, 2024 -
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Jollibee courts Gen Z with new premium drinks
The Signature Sips menu offers 16-ounce quenchers, freezes and iced tea starting at $3.99.
By Julie Littman • Dec. 6, 2024 -
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Chipotle raises menu prices by 2%
This is the chain’s first nationwide price increase since 2023 and will help offset low single-digit food cost inflation.
By Julie Littman • Updated Dec. 5, 2024 -
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Keke’s Breakfast Cafe on path to reach 200 locations
Two years after Denny’s acquired the breakfast chain, it has signed commitments for over 140 units and is in the early stages of remodeling more than 50 locations.
By Julie Littman • Dec. 4, 2024 -
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NRA predicts a big year for Korean, Vietnamese and Filipino flavors
The NRA also found that cold brew, sweet and spicy ingredients, and a focus on sustainability are trends to watch for 2025.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Dec. 2, 2024 -
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Over a third of consumers plan to order takeout, delivery for Thanksgiving
Of the consumers planning to order out, a majority said it was easier and a third said it’s cheaper or equal to the cost of buying groceries and cooking, according to Popmenu.
By Julie Littman • Nov. 26, 2024 -
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‘Not just the beef’: How Chipotle’s supply chain helped bring back smoked brisket
The return of the popular menu item required what CEO Scott Boatwright called “a huge cross-muscle effort.”
By Philip Neuffer • Nov. 26, 2024 -
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McDonald’s to launch value platform in January
The platform will include the $5 Meal Deal, exclusive in-app offers, local food and drink deals and Buy One, Add One for $1.
By Julie Littman • Nov. 22, 2024 -
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Maggiano’s is just getting started with menu updates, remodels
In his first months as the chain’s VP of innovation and growth, Anthony Amoroso helped create new menu items like Rigatoni al la Vodka and updated the Caesar salad, both of which are already driving sales.
By Julie Littman • Nov. 21, 2024 -
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Deep DiveHow do coffee chains design, market and analyze their seasonal LTOs?
While flexibility is important, many brands plan coffee LTOs more than a year in advance, meaning next year’s holiday drinks are already in the works at places like Peet’s and Dutch Bros.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Nov. 19, 2024 -
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Red Lobster brings back old favorites, new items in menu remake
The casual chain added seven new dishes and revived classics like hush puppies and popcorn shrimp.
By Julie Littman • Nov. 12, 2024 -
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Deep DiveWhat restaurants, suppliers can learn from McDonald’s E.coli outbreak
The fast food giant’s initial response to the outbreak was quick, but guest sentiment suffered from a lack of direct consumer messaging.
By Julie Littman , Sarah Zimmerman • Nov. 12, 2024 -
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Krispy Kreme will serve doughnuts in 2K McDonald’s by year’s end
To support this rapid expansion, Krispy Kreme will boost production at its existing facilities and may work with third-party logistics firms.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Nov. 8, 2024 -
Courtesy of Domino’s
How QSR pizza chains are competing on value
Domino’s focus on promotions and discounts helped increase sales, while Papa Johns and Pizza Hut struggled with similar offerings.
By Julie Littman • Nov. 7, 2024 -
Courtesy of Taco Bell
Here’s what restaurants need to consider when crafting a value menu
Companies have to stay competitive and drive traffic with value-priced items. But they have to be careful not to go too low, experts say.
By Danielle McLean • Nov. 7, 2024 -
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Q&ACracker Barrel’s new CMO on reconnecting a heritage brand to culture
Sarah Moore discussed changing Cracker Barrel’s approach to partnerships and prioritizing apps like TikTok to keep a finger on the consumer pulse.
By Peter Adams • Nov. 7, 2024
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