Olive Garden launches a holiday merchandise collection starring its iconic cheese graters

June 03,2024

Marketing Bites: Olive Garden, Sonic and Jimmy John’s launch holiday merchandise collections. Velvet Taco is giving away free tacos for a.
Marketing Bites: Olive Garden, Sonic and Jimmy John’s launch holiday merchandise collections. Velvet Taco is giving away free tacos for a year to one lucky diner. And Wendy’s brings back its Frosty Key Tag fundraiser. .
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..
Marketing Bites: It’s January, a.k.a Dry January, Veganuary, Resolution Season, and restaurants are looking for ways to get virtuous consumers to keep spending money. .
The coffee giant will give customers the option to use their personal cup as the company makes good on a goal to reduce single-use cup waste. .
This resolution season, the chain is partnering with the Strava app, mapping out segments to run, bike or walk that end at a Chipotle..
Marketing Bites: Bar Louie has deals in store for the holidays. Shoney’s is hosting a Christmas Day Feast. And Razzoo’s Cajun Cafe launches drink specials. .
McDonald’s Squishmallow Happy Meal will be available in restaurants nationwide, beginning Dec. 26. .
Marketing Bites: Crumbl launches a “Wonka” themed cookie. TGI Fridays and O’Charley’s focus on value. And Scooter’s Coffee donates to nonprofit Reading is Fundamental. .
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.