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Baskin-Robbins Turns Sunday Sundaes into Support for Children in Need

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt. Baskin-Robbins is giving guests a sweet way to beat the “Sundae Scaries” this August.

via QSR Magazine·Jul 29, 2026

Dunkin’ Brings Back Iced Beverage Buckets

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt.Dunkin’s Iced Beverage Buckets make it easy to keep the summer sips flowing. Summer isn’t over yet, and neither is beverage bucket season.

via QSR Magazine·Jul 29, 2026·2 min

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Mountain Mike’s Pizza Opens in Wenatchee, Washington

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via QSR Magazine·Jul 28, 2026·3 min

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Tijuana Flats in Mobile, Alabama, to Host Community Comeback Celebration

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via QSR Magazine·Jul 27, 2026·3 min

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Chipotle to Offer Free Chips and Guacamole on National Avocado Day

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt. Chipotle Mexican Grill announced it is celebrating National Avocado Day with one of its biggest National Avocado Day offers yet.

via QSR Magazine·Jul 27, 2026·3 min

Wingstop Expands National Wing Day into Five-Day Celebration

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Wingstop Expands National Wing Day into Five-Day Celebration

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt.Fans can enter for a chance to win once-in-a-lifetime music experiences and other prizes through Wingstop's broader $1 million giveaway.

via QSR Magazine·Jul 23, 2026·3 min

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HTeaO to Open in El Campo, Texas

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt. HTeaO, the nation’s leading iced tea franchise, announces the grand opening of its new location in El Campo on Saturday, August 1, 2026. Located at 606 N.

via QSR Magazine·Jul 23, 2026·4 min

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QU Rolls Out New End-to-End Payment Solution

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt. Qu, the intelligent commerce platform for enterprise QSR and fast-casual restaurant brands, announced Qu Pay, an embedded, end-to-end payments solution.

via QSR Magazine·Jul 22, 2026·2 min

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Ferraro’s Ristorante Announces Taste & Learn Event for August 29

This story was originally published on FSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily FS Insider. Ferraro’s Ristorante invites guests to experience its next Taste & Learn on Saturday, Aug. 29 at 5 p.m. with wines from Grosjean.

via FSR Magazine·Jul 22, 2026·2 min

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Habit Burger & Grill Launches New Chef Residency Platform

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via QSR Magazine·Jul 22, 2026·3 min

Chipotle is Gaining Some of its Value Mojo Back

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Chipotle is Gaining Some of its Value Mojo Back

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt. For 15th quarters, William Blair has tracked restaurant engagement and value (check out the last one here).

via QSR Magazine·Jul 21, 2026·7 min

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Carl’s Jr. Celebrates 85 Years with $85,000 Fan Video Contest

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt. After 85 years of charbroiling and advertising as breakthrough as its burgers, Carl’s Jr. is doing what it does best: going bold.

via QSR Magazine·Jul 20, 2026·2 min

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Rita’s Teams with TBS for ‘A Shirley Good Time’ Summer Campaign

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt. Rita’s new Shirley Temple Ice just landed its starring role this summer.

via QSR Magazine·Jul 20, 2026·4 min

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Church’s Honey-Butter Biscuits Ranked No. 1 in USA TODAY 10Best Awards

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt. Church’s Texas Chicken is proud to announce two major wins in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.

via QSR Magazine·Jul 17, 2026·3 min

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Philz Coffee to Release New Matcha Lineup

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt. Philz Coffee is entering an exciting new category with the launch of four new handcrafted matcha beverages on July 21.

via QSR Magazine·Jul 17, 2026·2 min

Khosla Ventures Backed upliance.ai Launches AI-Powered 12L Smart Oven

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Khosla Ventures Backed upliance.ai Launches AI-Powered 12L Smart Oven

Smart appliances startup upliance.ai has launched a 12L Smart Air Fryer Oven, marking the startup’s expansion beyond its existing 5L and 6L personal-sized air fryers into the large-family cooking segment.

via Inc42·Jul 17, 2026·3 min

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