The Fast Act is already rippling beyond fast food
If doubts persisted that California’s landmark fast-food wage rules would spread to other types of jobs, they’re gone now. Proposals to duplicate the Fast Act model for setting pay in…
Whoopi Goldberg Angry That FOX News Keeps Noticing All The Dumb Things Said On ‘The
The hosts of ‘The View’ say stupid things on TV every day. If you pay attention to media, you know this. The show is a constant source of misinformation. Whoopi…
Starbucks still has faith in its China business
Starbucks same-store sales in China plunged 42% in December amid a renewed COVID surge that closed some 1,800 locations. / Photograph: Shutterstock. Starbucks did great last quarter, not only in…
5 ways to meet the needs of modern employees
Labor shortages continue to be a major pain point across the restaurant industry. / Photo: Shutterstock The changing workforce was a top topic at the National Association of Foodservice Equipment…
Focus Brands tops $3.9 billion in systemwide sales
About 50 dual- or tri-branded units will open this year./Photo courtesy of Focus Brands. Focus Brands said fiscal 2022 was a remarkable year. The private company this week shared some…
Untamed Brands looks to expand growing portfolio with a coffee player
Founded by chef Einat Admony, Untamed Brands acquired Taim Mediterranean Kitchen in 2021. / Photo courtesy of Untamed Brands. The fast-casual concepts Taim Mediterranean Kitchen and Hot Chicken Takeover may…
NFTs had a stellar January, plus news from Apple and Hermès
Welcome to This Week in the Metaverse, where Fortune rounds up the most interesting news pertaining to NFTs, culture, and virtual worlds. Email marco.quiroz-gutierrez@fortune.com with tips. Apple may have fallen…
Customers keep visiting Starbucks and spending more money
Starbucks is generating more sales through mobile orders, drive-thrus and delivery. / Photograph: Shutterstock. If the economy is really heading for a recession, Starbucks customers sure aren’t acting like it.…
Americans say they’re ordering less delivery
DoorDash orders rose 27% in the third quarter. / Photograph: Shutterstock Americans beset by inflation say they’re cutting back on delivery to save money. That’s according to a survey of…
Ronald McDonald House Charities names Katie Fitzgerald president and CEO
Katie Fitzgerald. / Photo courtesy of Ronald McDonald House Charities Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) has named Katie Fitzgerald president and CEO, effective March 6. In the new role, Fitzgerald…