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Franchise

Having Trouble Sleeping? Listen to Some 'Kentucky Fried Chicken Rain' ASMR.

This collaboration introduces soundscapes on Hatch devices that feature gentle "fried chicken rain sounds" meant to evoke the soothing sound of fried chicken sizzling in oil.

Franchise

Taco Bell's New Decades Menu Brings Back Nostalgic Discontinued Menu Items — Here's What's Making a Comeback

The Decades Menu comes at a time when retro branding and nostalgia marketing are on the rise, especially among brands with devoted customer bases.

Franchise

Pizza Hut Unveils 'Personal Pan Pizza Hut' Kiosks for Made-to-Order Pizzas — Here's Where You Can Find One

Pizza Hut's "Personal Pan Pizza Hut" is a new kiosk located inside select restaurants.

Franchise

McDonald's Launched a Happy Meal for the 30th Anniversary of a Classic '90s Sitcom — But There's a Catch

The promotion is only available in one country, so fans elsewhere are turning to resale platforms like eBay to buy the collectible toys.

Franchise

McDonald's Is Launching the Highly Anticipated Chicken Big Mac in the U.S. — Here's When

The sandwich was a massive hit in the United Kingdom, selling out in just 10 days during its limited run in 2022.

Franchise

Self-Service Kiosks Are Changing Fast Food — But Not Without Unexpected Consequences

Designed to streamline ordering, self-service kiosks have inadvertently increased the workload for kitchen staff by generating larger and more customized orders, particularly during peak hours.

Business News

See Which Fast-Food Chains Have Raised Kids' Meal Prices the Most Over the Past Decade

Kids' meal prices have surged by an average of 43% over the last 10 years, outpacing the national inflation rate. But a few chains have managed to keep price increases below the inflation rate.

Franchise

McDonald's Is Extending Its $5 Meal Deal Promotion — Get the Details Here

Originally billed as a limited-time response to provide relief to inflation-strapped consumers, the promotion has gained traction with customers demanding value from fast-food brands.

Franchise

Taco Bell's New Mountain Dew Baja Blast Gelato Is Causing a Frenzy — But Fans Have One Big Complaint

The company released the dessert to mark the 20th anniversary of the iconic Mountain Dew Baja Blast, which has garnered a cult-like following since its debut in 2004.

Franchise

A Popular Taco Bell Menu Item Could Soon Disappear From Some Locations

The brand is giving its franchisees the option to discontinue breakfast service, a move that reflects changing consumer behaviors and the challenges of the competitive breakfast market.

Franchise

McDonald's Nostalgic New Collector's Cups Are Reselling for Nearly $100 — Here's How to Get One

McDonald's recently introduced the Collector's Meal, featuring six collectible cups adorned with nostalgic characters.

Franchise

The Largest Franchise Operator in the U.S. Owns 2,800 Locations — And He Just Added 83 Wendy's to His Portfolio

Greg Flynn of The Flynn Group already operates restaurants under brands including Applebee's, Arby's, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and Wendy's.

Business News

Subway Calls 'Essential' Franchisee Meeting Amid Plummeting Sales

The sandwich chain, recently acquired by a private equity firm, called a franchisee meeting to discuss ways to regain market share.

Franchise

McDonald's Is Going Retro With an Iconic Collectible — Find Out How to Get Yours

McDonald's will debut a new "Collector's Meal" this month, featuring one of six collectible glasses adorned with nostalgic designs. Known for its history of commemorative glasses, the fast food giant's latest offerings spotlight iconic characters and toys from past Happy Meals.

Franchise

McDonald's Is Extending Its $5 Meal Deal in Most of the U.S. — Get the Details Here

The $5 deal, created in response to a demand for value from inflation-strapped consumers, was initially planned for a four-week run.