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Presto, ChatGPT Collab to Make AI Drive-Thru Ordering More Human-Like

By Bernadette Heier | March 16, 2023

Presto will leverage ChatGPT’s large language model to create more natural, human-like responses to drive-thru customers.

Lunchbox Unveils Catering Platform

By Bernadette Heier | March 16, 2023

Lunchbox introduces Catering 2.0, a management suite for restaurants that aims to streamline the guest catering experience from end-to-end.

Meredith Sandland, Carl Orsbourn Publish Sequel to ‘Delivering the Digital Restaurant’

By Tom Kaiser | March 15, 2023

Meredith Sandland and Carl Orsbourn have released the highly anticipated sequel to their first book, titled “Delivering the Digital Restaurant: The Path to Digital Maturity.”

Grubhub CEO Adam DeWitt Steps Down After Long Tenure

By Tom Kaiser | March 15, 2023

After nearly two years in the top spot, Grubhub CEO Adam DeWitt is leaving the company.

Food Rocket Ceases Operations as Ultra-fast Grocery Delivery Fizzles

By Bernadette Heier | March 15, 2023

Rapid grocery delivery startup Food Rocket shut down its U.S. operations amid struggling to raise additional funding. It marks the latest in the ultra-fast delivery sector to sputter out.

Uber Enhances Features for Grocery Delivery Personnel

By Bernadette Heier | March 15, 2023

After assessing feedback Uber released several updates for its delivery shoppers, including digital payments.

Wow Bao Expands to Grocery Sushi Counters, Ramps Up NFT Loyalty

By Bernadette Heier | March 9, 2023

Wow Bao expands its nationwide grocery presence with Hissho Sushi and teases the upcoming NFT loyalty program launch.

Hospitality Data Provider, Tattle, Partners with Bite to Improve Guest Experiences

By Bernadette Heier | March 9, 2023

In partnering with Tattle, Bite receives suggestions to elevate the diner experience both on and off-premises.

Food Waste Tech Company Looks to Major Expansion with $1 Billion Deal

By Bernadette Heier | March 9, 2023

Divert Inc. a U.S. company that converts food waste from retailers into renewable natural gas plans to scale its facilities nationwide.

Tiny Drumsticks Making Space for ‘Homeless’ Culinary Entrepreneurs

By Tom Kaiser | March 9, 2023

Two New York City friends tapped into a pipeline of culinary makers, restaurants, caterers and TV networks needing flexible spaces.