What is CloudKitchens up to?

May 09,2024

Ghost kitchen provider CloudKitchens has been quietly building a national real-estate empire, but what the tight-lipped company decides to.
NYC’s ilili opened 15 years ago, inspired by a family’s culinary and hospitality legacy and the drive for an elevated restaurant experience..
Becky Boyd, Director of Menu Innovation & Strategy for parent company Bloomin’ Brands, talks about how she and her team are firing up R&D activity..
Founder Carl Sobocinski is joined by Chef Diego Campos to share how six unique concepts combined with heartfelt hospitality keep guests coming back..
Co-founder Andrew Munday collaborates with chefs and small independents to offer unique dining experiences under one roof. .
The chain will pick up 21 restaurants in North Carolina, bringing total franchise acquisitions since May to 44..
The pizza delivery chain’s franchisees will increase their marketing contributions while the brand plans to add a new incentive to encourage new units. But it is also increasing its supply charges. .
The fast-growing chain expands its core menu for the first time since its start as a parking lot pop-up seven years ago..
PathSpot, which invented a scanner that determines the effectiveness of hand-washing, now plans to digitize health procedures..
It’s the second acquisition in a year for the order integration provider and will enable the company to provide a wider suite of options for restaurants. .
The second location of the robotic Infinite Kitchen format opened this week as the fast-casual chain prepares for more in 2024 and beyond..
Chris Fallon, who previously worked in tech at Starbucks, is the Dallas-based chain's new SVP and CIO..
A study from the tech supplier Otter found that the usual causes are a delivery taking too long or a kitchen being unable to keep up with incoming orders. .
The latest investments by the chain's Cultivate Next venture fund continue a focus on technology to better the planet..
The Bottom Line: The chain has been struggling in the U.S. for years as domestic consumers shift spending away from traditional bar & grill chains. .
The fast-casual chain appears to have closed at least one-third of its restaurants in 2023, and likely many more as years of decline become a freefall. But how many it has remains a mystery..
With a head-turning design and an engaged venture capital backer, Greenlane could shake up the healthful fast-casual segment..
As consumers get ready to root for their favorite team this winter, operators can heat things up with spicy sauces and more..
If you have noticed consumer traffic slowing down, you’re not alone. Understanding how to appeal to consumers is key to driving future visits and strengthening consumer loyalty..
The drive-thru beverage chain named a trio of new executive hires under new CEO Christine Barone. It plans continued aggressive growth but is tweaking that strategy to be more thoughtful. .
Raul Gil, the proprietor of three Casa Don Juan restaurants, was also found guilty of drafting bogus financial records to support his inaccurate tax filings..
Beth Scott replaces co-founder Scott Svenson in the role. He is shifting to an executive chair position.