Fast food

Mac is Back! KFC Brings Back Fan-Favorite Mac & Cheese Bowls for $5 for a Limited Time

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Monday, July 11, 2022

LOUISVILLE, Ky., July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The fans have spoken. Kentucky Fried Chicken® has listened. KFC Mac & Cheese Bowls are back! The beloved bowls, which debuted in 2019, are making a highly-anticipated return to KFC restaurants nationwide on July 18 for just $5.* But there's more! Fans can get their hands on KFC Mac & Cheese Bowls starting today, July 11, via an exclusive digital offer on the KFC mobile app and KFC.com.

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  • Fans can get their hands on KFC Mac & Cheese Bowls starting today, July 11, via an exclusive digital offer on the KFC mobile app and KFC.com .
  • KFC Mac & Cheese Bowls are a cheesy twist to KFC's popular Famous Bowls.
  • So, while most would agree that mac & cheese is good, a bowl of KFC mac & cheese topped with crispy popcorn chicken and even more cheese?
  • Those looking to turn up the heat this summer can order a Spicy KFC Mac & Cheese Bowl, featuring KFC's spicy, smoky Nashville Hot sauce.

Nightfood Cookies to be Gifted at the National Association of Black Hotel Owners, Operators & Developers Annual Summit

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Monday, July 11, 2022

NABHOOD has arranged for each of the hundreds of attendees to receive a sample of Nightfood sleep-friendly cookies upon registration.

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  • NABHOOD has arranged for each of the hundreds of attendees to receive a sample of Nightfood sleep-friendly cookies upon registration.
  • Were grateful for the opportunity to introduce Nightfood to NABHOODs illustrious members and attendees, commented Nightfood CEO Sean Folkson.
  • Management believes widespread national hotel distribution of Nightfood ice cream, Nightfood cookies, and other Nightfood snacks can help advance and establish the sleep-friendly nighttime snacking category it is pioneering.
  • For more information about the National Association of Black Hotel Owners, Operators & Developers (NABHOOD), visit http://www.NABHOOD.com , contact [email protected] or call 954-792-2579.

Last Call! The Slurpee Day Celebration Wraps Up Today on 7-Eleven's 95th Birthday

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Monday, July 11, 2022

IRVING, Texas, July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hip hip hooray! Today is the most wonderful day of the year - aka 7/11, or better known as 7-Eleven, Inc.'s 95th birthday. This means today is the last day of this year's Slurpee Day celebration where customers can enjoy a FREE small Slurpee® drink courtesy of 7-Eleven®, Speedway® and Stripes® stores.

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  • Today is the most wonderful day of the year - aka 7/11, or better known as 7-Eleven, Inc.'s 95th birthday.
  • This means today is the last day of this year's Slurpee Day celebration where customers can enjoy a FREE small Slurpee drink courtesy of 7-Eleven , Speedway and Stripes stores.
  • Still haven't redeemed that free small Slurpee drink or planned on saving it for the big birthday today?
  • Today, July 11, customers who are too busy celebrating to go in-store can enjoy their free Slurpee drink from home via 7NOW delivery .

Pudu Robotics Enters McDonald's Locations in Slovenia, Further Expanding Its Footprint in Europe

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Monday, July 11, 2022

Its robots are deployed across a wide range of scenarios including gas stations, retail electronics outlets, restaurants, and hotels, among others.

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  • Its robots are deployed across a wide range of scenarios including gas stations, retail electronics outlets, restaurants, and hotels, among others.
  • The video of BellaBot delivering food at McDonald's has gone viral on TikTok , with millions of views worldwide.
  • To date, Pudu Robotics has shipped over 40,000 of its robots around the world.
  • Pudu Robotics has been rapidly growing in recent years to become a "leader" in the global markets with coverage of over 60 countries and regions worldwide.

Pudu Robotics Enters McDonald's Locations in Slovenia, Further Expanding Its Footprint in Europe

Retrieved on: 
Monday, July 11, 2022

Its robots are deployed across a wide range of scenarios including gas stations, retail electronics outlets, restaurants, and hotels, among others.

Key Points: 
  • Its robots are deployed across a wide range of scenarios including gas stations, retail electronics outlets, restaurants, and hotels, among others.
  • The video of BellaBot delivering food at McDonald's has gone viral on TikTok , with millions of views worldwide.
  • To date, Pudu Robotics has shipped over 40,000 of its robots around the world.
  • Pudu Robotics has been rapidly growing in recent years to become a "leader" in the global markets with coverage of over 60 countries and regions worldwide.

In memoriam: Stanley J. Szortyka

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Friday, July 8, 2022

READING, Penn., July 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Quaker Maid Meats (QMM) is honored to celebrate the life of Stanley J. Szortyka, our company's founder, who passed away on July 1, 2022.

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  • READING, Penn., July 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Quaker Maid Meats (QMM) is honored to celebrate the life of Stanley J. Szortyka, our company's founder, who passed away on July 1, 2022.
  • in 1927 to Polish immigrants, growing up in a coal mining town was a hard and difficult life which Stanley vowed to escape.
  • After starting a family of his own, Stanley founded QMM in 1960 and was responsible for the full scope of the business, leading production, sales, company growth and more.
  • Stanley was a tough but compassionate man who never wanted to "make money off the sweat of another man's back."

Layne's Chicken Fingers Signed 51 Franchises in 15 Months After Launching Franchising Opportunities

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Friday, July 8, 2022

DALLAS, July 8, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Layne's Soon to be Famous™ Chicken Fingers had a busy start to the year with the launch of a new menu item, back-end developments in process and additional franchise growth. The emerging chicken concept aims to open 100 units across the country by 2025, and its 2022 growth, as it stands, poises the brand for great success.

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  • The emerging chicken finger brand is quickly making its way out of Texas, bringing its Soon to be Famous chicken fingers to markets nationwide.
  • "We signed two franchisees in the first half of the year, and both of them are multi-unit deals, totaling 51 units between the two," explained Samir Wattar, COO of Layne's Chicken Fingers.
  • There are currently five units in development in Houston, Texas; Austin, Texas; Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas; Morgantown, West Virginia; and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
  • Founded in 1994 in College Station, the original location became a Texas A&M legend known for its small-town charm, friendly service, iconic chicken fingers and secret sauce.

Brisk® and Ty Dolla $ign Invite Fans to Enter Dragon Paradise with Epic Concert Event in Miami

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Friday, July 8, 2022

PURCHASE, N.Y., July 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On July 21, Brisk is bringing Ty Dolla $ign to Miami as part of an epic escape for music lovers, culture creators and foodies alike - "Enter Dragon Paradise." The event at Island Gardens will celebrate the launch of Brisk Dragon Paradise Sparkling Iced Tea, the powerhouse iced tea brand's first-ever sparkling tea available exclusively at participating Taco Bell locations nationwide. The unique product innovation combines mouth-watering tropical dragon fruit, raspberry and blackberry flavors with a hibiscus tea base and a refreshing fizzy sensation for the ultimate taste adventure.

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  • The event at Island Gardens will celebrate the launch of Brisk Dragon Paradise Sparkling Iced Tea, the powerhouse iced tea brand's first-ever sparkling tea available exclusively at participating Taco Bell locations nationwide.
  • "I'm hyped to be in Miami later this month with Brisk to celebrate the new Brisk Dragon Paradise," said Ty Dolla $ign.
  • You know we'll bring the energy from the jump, so we can't wait to see the fans come out and enter Dragon Paradise!"
  • "We're excited to bring the spirit of Brisk Dragon Paradise to life with this epic event, especially within the music and entertainment space that celebrates and embodies the same creative individuality and passion as our fans."

Gourmet Provisions International Corp. (GMPR) Announces Corporate Update

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Friday, July 8, 2022

Pittsburgh, PA, July 08, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gourmet Provisions International Corporation (OTC Pink: GMPR) today announced a corporate update from its President and CEO James C. Vowler.

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  • Pittsburgh, PA, July 08, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gourmet Provisions International Corporation (OTC Pink: GMPR) today announced a corporate update from its President and CEO James C. Vowler.
  • Gourmet Provisions International signed a distribution partnership with comedian Terrence K. Williams and launched his Gourmet line of Pancake mix under Williams custom brand Cousin Ts.
  • Gourmet Provisions International has spent the past year working with Williams to develop a custom line of Gourmet Pancake Mix & Maple Syrup along with the essential retail distribution network.
  • About Gourmet Provisions International Corporation:
    Gourmet Provisions International Corp. partnered with Jack Brewer (GMPRs Brand Ambassador) & Brewer Media & Entertainment Group in October of 2017.

Acrelec Partners with NCR to Enhance Kiosk and Digital Menu Board Capabilities

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Friday, July 8, 2022

CHICAGO, July 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Acrelec, a global technology company specializing in hardware, software, and service solutions for restaurant brands, is partnering with NCR Corporation, a leading enterprise technology provider. The partnership will enable NCR customers to access Acrelec's rich suite of drive-thru, digital signage, and kiosk solutions for restaurants.

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  • Acrelec Kiosks and Digital Menu Boards are now integrated with NCR's Aloha all-in-one POS for increased customer engagement and operational efficiencies.
  • Through this partnership, Acrelec aims to be a one-stop solution for kiosks and digital menu boards for quick-service and fast-casual restaurant chains across the U.S. and international markets.
  • With nearly 1,000 employees around the globe, Acrelec collaborates with customers and partners to design, create, build, and support the world's leading smart stores.
  • NCR Aloha provides everything enterprise, and SMB restaurants need to run their business, boost efficiency, and increase growth.