Are Minor Sticking Points all that Remain in Uber/Grubhub Deal?
In the ongoing negotiations between Grubhub and Uber, it seems like only minor concessions remain between now and the signing table. According to Bloomberg, “people familiar with the matter” say one key negotiating point remains: What’s known as a “breakup fee.” But...
Worldly Ghost Delivery Startup Launches in Boise
Boise might not have a reputation for world-class dining or cutting-edge technology, but Crave Delivery looks to change that mindset. In a confluence of fine dining, new delivery trends and new restaurant operational models, the company just launched in Boise and two...
Long-term Outlook Fuels Innovation at Marco’s Pizza
Reached last week, Jacob Webb said sales at his Marco’s Pizza restaurants in Utah are up more than 40 percent compared to the same time last year. “It’s totally unprecedented,” said Webb, who has nine stores in the Salt Lake City market and is also the brand’s area...
Delivery Aggregator, MealMe, Aims to Deliver Home-Cooked Meals
The delivery industry isn’t lacking for youthful energy and big ideas. MealMe, a new and still-evolving service from a pair of recent college grads, combines an aggregator function to help consumers price compare delivery options from local restaurants with the...
Delivery Study: Consumers Willing to Pay More to Order Direct
A new study of U.S. consumers shows an increased willingness to pay more to order delivered meals directly from restaurants versus third-party apps, possibly signaling heightened awareness of delivery economics in the eyes of the average consumer. Simon-Kucher&...
Outstanding Operators
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