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• Little Caesars and Mountain Dew launch their mango craze with Mountain Dew Mango Rush

  17-04-2025 22:14 via nrn.com
  PRESS RELEASE: The new tropical beverage pairs a kick of mango flavor with refreshing Mountain Dew and will be available at the pizza chain nationwide starting May 5, just in time for summer
  
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• Viral Reddit post exposing a delivery app’s ‘secrets’ is likely an AI hoax, but the backlash is real

  07-01-2026 22:48 via nrn.com
  DoorDash CEO Tony Xu addressed a Jan. 1 Reddit post accusing a ‘major delivery app’ of scamming customers, which was later found to likely be fake
  
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• Pizza Hut partners with Tom Brady for $10 Big New Yorker deal and Pizza Before the Hut challenge

  07-01-2026 22:35 via nrn.com
  PRESS RELEASE: The chain launches a promotion where quarterbacks saying pizza before hut during games can win their city a free pizza party for fans.
  
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• Dunkin’ taps Megan Thee Stallion to promote new protein-reinforced milk

  07-01-2026 21:19 via nrn.com
  The new item can be added to any beverage for a $1-$2 upcharge
  
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• Naf Naf Grill launches nationwide Pita Meal Deal featuring stuffed pita, side and drink for $9.99

  07-01-2026 20:04 via nrn.com
  PRESS RELEASE: Chain introduces dining package with chicken shawarma or falafel options plus sides and beverages through franchisee collaboration efforts
  
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• Jollibee plans US IPO as company prepares to spin off international division

  07-01-2026 19:06 via nrn.com
  A filing with the Philippine Stock Exchange confirmed that the quick-service company will separate its international and Filippino business
  
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• Former Habit COO Iwona Alter named brand president of Carl’s Jr.

  07-01-2026 18:56 via nrn.com
  She also held executive rolls at Jack in the Box
  
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• Chipotle named Official Mexican Restaurant of the PGA Tour

  07-01-2026 18:24 via nrn.com
  The partnership includes a ‘Hot Streak’ sponsorship and fan experiences
  
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• Taste of Belgium files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

  07-01-2026 17:08 via nrn.com
  The Cincinnati-based chain grew to more than 10 locations at its peak, but is now down to three
  
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• Compass Coffee files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

  07-01-2026 16:18 via nrn.com
  The company, founded in 2014, plans to close nearly half of its system as part of the restructuring process
  
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• Blaze Pizza CEO, Houlihan’s closures, restaurant discounts

  07-01-2026 15:52 via nrn.com
  Get all the headlines in today’s Restaurant Daily podcast
  
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• Clay Dover named CEO of Savory Fund

  07-01-2026 14:24 via nrn.com
  With his appointment, co-founder Shauna Smith moves from CEO to managing director alongside Andrew Smith
  
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• Sweetgreen releases new functional health menu as wellness trend continues

  07-01-2026 00:21 via nrn.com
  The new menu was created in collaboration with science-based health platform Function and its founder Dr. Mark Hyman
  
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• Buffalo Wild Wings launches ‘Month of Free’ offers for January

  06-01-2026 22:38 via nrn.com
  The casual-dining chain is providing the deals to its loyalty program members
  
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• Arby’s taps reality TV stars Ryan Serhant and Chishell Straus in combo meal promotion

  06-01-2026 22:04 via nrn.com
  The $7.99 Meat & 3 Box includes a sandwich, two sides, dessert, and a drink
  
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• Huddle House announces Bob Campbell as brand president

  06-01-2026 20:28 via nrn.com
  PRESS RELEASE: Legacy brand welcomes new year with a new chapter as seasoned industry pro takes helm
  
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• Hi Neighbor Hospitality Group blends front- and back-of-house expertise to deliver what today’s diners want

  06-01-2026 20:18 via nrn.com
  Menu Talk: Partner Tai Ricci shares how the group’s five restaurants craft their menus, service and team culture to cultivate regulars and build success
  
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• KFC launches five $5 Bowls

  06-01-2026 19:51 via nrn.com
  The lineup includes the Cheesy Nuggy Gravy Bowl, launched in partnership with chef and actor Matty Matheson
  
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• What casual dining’s winners reveal about the industry’s value problem

  06-01-2026 19:50 via nrn.com
  How operators across the restaurant industry can learn from the 2025 wins for brands like Chili’s and Texas Roadhouse
  
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• Dutch Bros taps CAVA executive to its chief shops officer role

  06-01-2026 19:48 via nrn.com
  Jennifer Somers has spent the past 10 years in the restaurant industry, most recently as chief operations officer of the fast-casual Mediterranean brand
  
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• Denny’s shareholders file lawsuit over proposed acquisition

  06-01-2026 18:23 via nrn.com
  The buyout from TriArtisan, first announced in early November, is expected to close in the first quarter of 2026
  
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• 36 restaurant executives on the move in December, including new CEOs at GoTo Foods and 3 regional chains

  06-01-2026 18:12 via nrn.com
  Plus, a Sweetgreen cofounder retired, and Inspire Brands announced 8 leadership changes
  
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• Houlihan’s closes several restaurants

  06-01-2026 17:39 via nrn.com
  The casual-dining chain closed more than 55% of its system from 2019 to 2024
  
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• Blaze Pizza names former Scooter’s Coffee executive John Owen as CEO

  06-01-2026 17:37 via nrn.com
  Owen replaces Beto Guajardo as chief executive of the Atlanta, Ga.-based fast-casual pizza chain
  
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• Chick-fil-A is doubling down on its family-focused experiences

  06-01-2026 17:33 via nrn.com
  The company’s ‘Second Mile Service’ playbook encourages employees and operators to provide surprise-and-delight moments
  
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• Dave’s Hot Chicken CEO, Chick-fil-A marketing, CAVA

  06-01-2026 16:05 via nrn.com
  Get all the headlines in today’s Restaurant Daily podcast
  
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• Burger King launches the Ultimate Steakhouse Whopper

  06-01-2026 15:00 via nrn.com
  The item is part of the chain’s ‘Whopper by You’ campaign introduced in July 2025
  
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• Former Savory executive launches authentic taquería concept

  05-01-2026 22:30 via nrn.com
  PRESS RELEASE: Taco Culture is rooted in Mexico’s street food culture
  
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• 5 restaurant resolutions for 2026, plus the explosion in protein and implosion of Sprinkles

  05-01-2026 21:47 via nrn.com
  Plus, are hyper-focused concepts a thing of the past?
  
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• Jimmy John’s introduces combo offer of chips and a drink for $1 with any sandwich order

  05-01-2026 21:43 via nrn.com
  The chain also has launched a new Ham & 3 Cheese Melt
  
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