by Hans Lammeman | Apr 8, 2026 | News
At first glance, April Fools’ Day appears the perfect time for brands to capitalize on artificial intelligence for silly promotions and pranks, as the holiday leans into principles of deception and harmless mischief. However, as AI use for creative endeavors conjures...
by Hans Lammeman | Apr 7, 2026 | News Briefs
In response to the rapid growth of gaming culture, McDonald’s Türkiye unveiled a literally game-changing device aimed at meeting their consumers where they already are—with a controller in their hands and a meal splayed out in front of them. McDonald’s Türkiye, which...
by fodnews | Apr 7, 2026 | Conference Speakers
Results-driven and strategic executive with 20+ years of experience at the confluence of data analytics, technology solutions, and restaurant industry dynamics. Proven architect of profitable strategies by transforming complex data into actionableintelligence....
by fodnews | Apr 7, 2026 | Conference Speakers
Kiplan Welsch is a seasoned restaurant executive with more than two decades of experience in operations, growth strategy, and multi-unit leadership across leading national brands.He began his career with Chili’s Grill & Bar in 2002, where he played a key role in...
by fodnews | Apr 7, 2026 | Conference Speakers
Design, CRI Kat Brown has been in her role for 6 years serving the design community at CRI with warm hospitality and intentional gathering by serving delicious and elevated bites. She is passionate about food, how we spend time together, and the power of breaking...
by fodnews | Apr 7, 2026 | Conference Speakers
Chief Technology Officer, Mendocino Farms Brian Pearson is Chief Technology Officer at Mendocino Farms and a recognized leader in restaurant technology, known for bridging the gap between frontline operations and enterprise innovation.With a career that started in...
by Peter Backman | Apr 7, 2026 | News
Contributing editor, Peter Backman, is a long-term foodservice sector guru and founder of theDelivery.World, a platform that connects the delivery sector and makes sense of the myriad changes and challenges that affect the sector across the globe. The consolidation...
by Bernadette Heier | Apr 2, 2026 | News, Outstanding Operators
Landry’s off-premises strategy is shaped by consistency across a wide mix of brands and dining occasions. A 2026 Food On Demand Outstanding Operator, the company supports off-premise growth across roughly 500 domestic full service restaurant locations. Its portfolio...
by Hans Lammeman | Apr 1, 2026 | News Briefs
Uber Eats raised its Marketplace Fees March 11, altering a tiered commission structure that remained largely untouched since its launch in 2021. On its website, Uber cited shifting operating conditions over the past several years and a need for reinvestment to...
by Bernadette Heier | Apr 1, 2026 | News, Outstanding Operators
Wonder has built its off-prem model around variety, speed and kitchen precision. A 2026 Food On Demand Outstanding Operator, the company operates 115 locations across the Northeast. Wonder’s model brings 30 restaurant concepts under one roof, including exclusive menus...