A black market develops for restaurant reservations
There is a black market for restaurant reservations. This episode of the weekly discussion podcast The Week in Restaurants looks at the black market that has developed for restaurant reservations and what that means for the industry—and what’s being done about it. We also talk about our takeaways from the National Restaurant Association Show, including the biggest trends from that event. And a giant Hardee’s franchisee has sued the chain, revealing deep-seated issues over the company and its operations.Joe Guszkowski also talks technology.
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Is the plant-based meat trend dead?
A plant-based chain has filed for bankruptcy. Is it time to put this whole plant-based meat thing to rest for good?On this episode of the Restaurant Business podcast The Week in Restaurants, we talk about the bankruptcy filing of the upscale chain Planta, and what that bankruptcy means for the plant-based meat trend.We also discuss Wingstop’s new “smart kitchen” plan and sales at Cava. We also talk about the National Restaurant Show and McDonald’s McCrispy Strips. Also, Senior Tech Editor Joe Guszkowski talks super apps.
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Two huge technology deals could shake up the restaurant business
Why is Krispy Kreme slowing its McDonald’s deal?In this week’s episode of The Week in Restaurants, we talk about the delay of Krispy Kreme’s sale of its doughnuts inside McDonald’s restaurants. We talk about what that means for both brands.We also revisit the Panera Bread closure of its dough making operation and discuss a slew of weak earnings reports. We also discuss some big news in the restaurant industry, including the two acquisitions by DoorDash, of Deliveroo and of SevenRooms. And we talk about Wonder’s ridiculous valuation. Check it out.
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On a mostly tough set of restaurant chain earnings
This has been a tough quarter for restaurants.This week’s episode of the Restaurant Business podcast The Week in Restaurants examines a tough set of restaurant earnings.Several chains, including fast-food giants McDonald’s, Starbucks and Yum Brands, reported weak topline results. But so have growth brands Chipotle and Wingstop. We talk about what’s going on with those results.We also talk about a pair of standouts, Chili’s and Taco Bell, that have both thrived despite these challenges.And we discuss Panera Bread’s closure of dough-making facilities and its shift to par-baked bread. Is that a good idea? Also, Joe on Tech Check talks about Seamless.
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Why restaurant chains are changing CEOs
There’s a revolving door in the C-suite.This week’s episode of the Restaurant news podcast The Week in Restaurants features a discussion about Charlie Morrison, who was named CEO of the sandwich chain Jersey Mike’s. Morrison takes over for Peter Cancro, who has helmed the chain he founded for 50 years.We also talk about Red Robin, where G.J. Hart resigned this week and was replaced by David Pace. We discuss where the casual-dining chain goes from here.We also talk about Del Taco, which is on the market just three years after Jack in the Box purchased the chain. It’s not the first time a company got buyer’s remorse after acquiring a chain.In addition, Joe talks about the restaurant technology disruptors that weren’t on Tech Check.
What's happening in the restaurant industry this week, with a discussion on the week's biggest news and topics, along with technology trends and other issues.
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