Marketing: Page 24


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    Why C3 is betting on virtual brands inspired by online influencers

    The food tech platform has created an innovation hub to develop delivery-only brands with digital content creators and reach lucrative younger audiences.

    By Nov. 11, 2021
  • Yelp enhanced its home feed with visual content from local restaurants November 2021.
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    Yelp personalizes home feed in latest upgrade

    Available in 150 metro areas, the iOS update provides visual content and updates from local restaurants based on factors like proximity and popularity of dishes.

    By Nov. 9, 2021
  • Homeroom Restaurant in Oakland, California Explore the Trendline
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    Trendline

    Independent restaurants

    Dining room refreshes, menu innovation and other unique offerings can help independents stand out from competitors, win new customers and keep existing ones coming back. 

    By Restaurant Dive staff
  • Burger King gets a fresh look
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    Burger King's Ellie Doty is latest marketer to leave brand

    The exit of the chain's first North American CMO comes as its parent company's growth lags behind that of competitors.

    By Chris Kelly • Nov. 5, 2021
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    McDonald's powers up 'Friendsgaming' livestream with FaZe Clan to unite gamers

    As part of the event riffing on the Friendsgiving concept, the duo created a merchandise pack of co-branded gaming gear and DoorDash delivery codes.

    By Peter Adams • Nov. 2, 2021
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    Burger King doles out crypto on Robinhood to boost loyalty program

    Royal Perks members could win Bitcoin, Ethereum and Dogecoin in a stunt that builds on the QSR's previous brand-building efforts.

    By Chris Kelly • Nov. 1, 2021
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    KFC scores new CMO with Nintendo's Nick Chavez

    With more than 11 years at Nintendo of America, the executive has deep industry knowledge that reflects the growing importance of gaming and digital to consumer-facing brands.

    By Chantal Tode • Oct. 29, 2021
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    McDonald's cooks up first NFT play by flipping rare McRib into digital art

    Celebrating the cult favorite's 40th anniversary, the chain enshrined the sandwich as a permanent asset that fans can own via a Twitter sweepstakes.

    By Peter Adams • Oct. 28, 2021
  • Impossible Burgers and fries
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    Impossible Foods opens 2 food stands in Seattle arena

    The plant-based meat maker's latest stadium expansion comes as major QSRs like McDonald's are considering a larger push into meat alternatives.

    By Oct. 25, 2021
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    Introducing: A facts only approach to news designed for businesses

    Cable news is broken, and it's detracting from the restaurant customer experience.

    Oct. 25, 2021
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    Peet's Coffee adds more incentives to its loyalty program

    The revamp comes as more chains add loyalty programs or enhance existing rewards offerings to attract digitally savvy consumers, and marks the first major change to the chain's program since 2017. 

    By Alicia Kelso • Oct. 21, 2021
  • Popeyes' Megan Thee Stallion sauce
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    Popeyes heats up Megan Thee Stallion collab with merch drops, new chicken sandwich

    A partnership with the hip-hop star, who is now a franchise owner, spotlights a sauce inspired by her sassy personality and an Easter egg-loaded video.

    By Peter Adams • Oct. 14, 2021
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    DoorDash beefs up ad capabilities for restaurants, CPG brands

    The delivery platform is working to generate additional revenue as its growth slows from the highs reached during the pandemic's peak.

    By Chris Kelly • Oct. 12, 2021
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    Megan Rapinoe appeared in an ad Subway uploaded to YouTube on July 21, 2021.

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    Deep Dive

    Can QSRs meet marketing's new imperatives without alienating franchisees?

    National brand building is often in conflict with the needs of local operators — a dichotomy that has only become more apparent in the past 18 months.

    By Chris Kelly • Oct. 12, 2021
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    Deep Dive

    How host kitchens are propelling virtual brands forward

    Despite the rapid expansion, many experts question whether delivery-only concepts have long-term sustainability.

    By Oct. 11, 2021
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    Taco Bell celebrates National Taco Day with Discord, messaging push

    In the U.S., the chain will leave Easter eggs on Reddit and "raid" Discord channels to give away free tacos while a global push focuses on the taco emoji.

    By Chris Kelly • Oct. 4, 2021
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    Survey: 36% of TikTok users order from restaurants after seeing them on the app

    Chipotle and Arby's have recently launched campaigns on the social media app, which marketing agency MGH says has a potential to drive sales.

    By Oct. 1, 2021
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    What happens when businesses play the best of the internet on their TVs

    Today, 72% of all U.S. adults use social media. The most commonly used social media platforms all have one thing in common: snackable videos. Here's what that means for business entertainment. 

    Sept. 27, 2021
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    Burger King's NFT strategy matures beyond stunts toward real engagement

    As part of the celeb-backed Keep It Real Meals, customers can scan QR codes and receive collectible game pieces that go toward other rewards.

    By Chris Kelly • Sept. 23, 2021
  • Subway's reimagined interiors put in place in 2021 as part of its Eat Fresh Refresh.
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    Subway records strongest August sales in 8 years on tails of brand refresh

    The overhaul, which includes a retooled menu and "never-ending" creative campaign, led to a 33% August sales lift at top-performing restaurants.

    By Peter Adams • Sept. 21, 2021
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    Transforming your restaurant's physical space for the digitally-minded customer

    Surveys show that two trends stand out for how guests will decide where to go: convenience and digital experiences.

    Sept. 20, 2021
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    Pret A Manger brings its coffee subscription program to the US

    The café chain is offering two monthly subscription plans, which cost $29.99 and $19.99, respectively, for up to five drinks a day.

    By Alicia Kelso • Sept. 16, 2021
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    Uber Eats, Postmates deploy tiered pricing structures

    The delivery platforms' 15%, 25% and 30% commission plans mirror a DoorDash offering launched in April, and come as some markets enact permanent delivery fee caps.

    By Alicia Kelso • Sept. 13, 2021
  • Taco Bell began testing a Taco Lover's Pass in Tuscon, Arizona, in September 2021.
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    Taco Bell expands Taco Lover's Pass nationwide

    During the 30-day subscription's trial last fall, 20% of Taco Lover's Pass purchasers were new to the chain's rewards app. An additional 20% renewed the pass a second time. 

    By Updated Jan. 6, 2022
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    Burger King introduces Keep It Real Meals after banning 120 artificial ingredients

    Mirroring McDonald's, the chain tapped celebrities to share their custom orders, but asked them to use their real names instead of stage personas.

    By Peter Adams • Sept. 9, 2021
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    How McDonald's boosts mobile growth with Famous Orders platform

    The burger chain's celebrity tie-ups are a key part of driving app downloads and expanding membership in its new mobile-based loyalty program.

    By Robert Williams • Sept. 1, 2021