by Bernadette Heier | Oct 15, 2024 | News
Chipotle announced a minority investment in Brassica, a Mediterranean fast-casual restaurant concept and Lumachain, an artificial intelligence supply chain platform, as part of its $100 million Cultivate Next venture fund. Lumachain is an Australian-based, minority,...
by Bernadette Heier | Oct 10, 2024 | News, Top Stories
Picture this: your meal delivery arrives within minutes, descending from the sky right into your backyard. Thanks, flying delivery person! Just kidding—it’s just a drone. What once seemed like a futuristic dream is now a reality, and it’s poised to grow even more,...
by Bernadette Heier | Oct 2, 2024 | News, Third-Party Delivery
DoorDash recently released findings exploring how online grocery is making a big difference for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) recipients in the U.S. According to a survey of over 2,400 SNAP recipients, 78 percent prefer using their benefits for...
by Bernadette Heier | Oct 1, 2024 | News, Third-Party Delivery
HungryPanda, an Asian food delivery platform, just snagged $55 million in funding, led by Mars Growth Capital. This will help the company ramp up its presence in the U.S. and explore options to serve more diverse communities across North America. Launched in 2017,...
by Bernadette Heier | Sep 25, 2024 | News, Top Stories
Last week, Olive Garden announced its decision to partner with Uber Eats for delivery, marking a significant shift in its service strategy. Historically, the chain has focused on its own catering, takeout, and curbside services, resisting the allure of third-party...