Leigh Anne Zinsmeister (@leighannezin)

The restaurant AI announcements are coming fast and furious - here’s the latest from @Starbucks, @Dairy Queen and @Little Caesars Full stories from @Jonathan Maze and @Joe Guszkowski are at @nrn #restaurantnews

Bojangles’ AI order taker is expanding across the entire 890+ unit system. Listen to the October 23 episode of #RestaurantDaily wherever you get podcasts, and get the full story from @aliciakelso at @nrn #restaurantnews @Bojangles

A potential buyer has emerged for some restaurants owned by a Wendy's franchisee in bankruptcy. Listen to the October 22 episode of #RestaurantDaily wherever you get podcasts, and get the full story from @Jonathan Maze at @nrn #restaurantnews

Replying to @s_tone890 update on Taco Bell/Pepsi!

Restaurant chains like First Watch and Sweetgreen are shifting to micro influencers. Listen to the October 22 episode of #RestaurantDaily wherever you get podcasts, and get the full story from @aliciakelso at @Restaurant Business

The founder of Grubhub has joined a new delivery startup. Listen to the October 20 episode of #RestaurantDaily wherever you get podcasts, and get the full story from @Joe Guszkowski at @Restaurant Business #restaurantnews

Wingstop is really getting into the Halloween spirit this year. Would you try the new Sour Patch Kids sauce? Listen to the October 20 episode of #RestaurantDaily wherever you get podcasts, and get the full story from @aliciakelso at @nrn #restaurantnews @Wingstop

Taco Bell is expanding its Live Más Cafe footprint. Listen to the October 20 episode of #RestaurantDaily wherever you get podcasts, and get the full story from @aliciakelso at @nrn #restaurantnews @tacobell

Last week, Jersey Mike's did something it almost never does. Is it a red flag? Read my column at @Restaurant Business online dot com #restaurantnews

Delmonico's Hospitality Group is launching a new bakery bistro chain and using AI to make its sourdough. Listen to the October 19 episode of #RestaurantDaily wherever you get podcasts, and get the full story from @jenningsswaine at @nrn #restaurantnews

Snooze has brought on a new COO. Listen to the October 19 episode of #RestaurantDaily wherever you get podcasts, and get the full story from @JoannaByteSize at @nrn #restaurantnews

This week’s top #restaurantnews runs the gamut, with stories about Gen Korean, KFC, Outback Steakhouse, Jersey Mike’s, and Wendy’s. Full stories from the team are at @nrn

Some companies may be backing away from marketing partnerships, but Jack in the Box and Burger King are proving they can still work. Listen to the October 16 episode of #RestaurantDaily wherever you get podcasts. #restaurantnews

After 40 years, KFC is switching from Pepsi to Coke. Get the full story from @aliciakelso at @nrn #restaurantnews

Lots of menus news this week, with updates from Noodles & Company, Habit Burger and Cava. Full stories from @Bret Thorn and @aliciakelso are at @nrn! #restaurantnews

Walk-On’s is offering a sneak peek at its new restaurant design. Listen to the October 15 episode of #RestaurantDaily wherever you get podcasts, and get the full story from @Joe Guszkowski at @nrn #restaurantnews @Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux

Salad and Go is coming back. Listen to the October 15 episode of #RestaurantDaily wherever you get podcasts. #restaurantnews

Savory Fund raised $201.5 million for its Series ||| fund. Listen to the October 14 episode of #RestaurantDaily wherever you get podcasts, and get the full story from @Bret Thorn at @nrn #restaurantnews

Following a rough few years, @Krispy Kreme is targeting domestic growth again. Listen to the October 14 episode of #RestaurantDaily wherever you get podcasts, and get the full story from @aliciakelso at @nrn #restaurantnews

Today’s roundup has it all: @Chili’s Grill & Bar updates, @California Pizza Kitchen retail news, and an emerging brands acquisition I did not see coming. Full stories from @JoannaByteSize, @Joe Guszkowski and @jenningsswaine are at @nrn #restaurantnews

So much for the idea that @Starbucks would buy @Chipotle. Listen to the October 13 episode of #RestaurantDaily wherever you get podcasts, and get the full story from @Jonathan Maze at @nrn #restaurantnews

Jersey Mike’s is rolling out a value play. Listen to the October 13 episode of #RestaurantDaily wherever you get podcasts, and get the full story from @jenningsswaine at @nrn #restaurantnews

In the wake of Chip City’s demise and with @Crumbl faltering, what is it consumers want from sweet treat brands? The answer may lie in @Nothing Bundt Cakes. Read my full column at @Restaurant Business (online dot com).

Zaxbys could be coming to a non traditional location near you. Listen to the October 12 episode of #RestaurantDaily wherever you get podcasts, and get the full story from @aliciakelso at @nrn #restaurantnews @ZAXBYS

Wanna buy Papa Murphy’s? You’re in luck. Listen to the October 12 episode of #RestaurantDaily wherever you get podcasts, and get the full story from @Jonathan Maze at @Restaurant Business #restaurantnews

Another movie theater chain is pushing food delivery. Listen to the October 9 episode of #RestaurantDaily wherever you get podcasts, and get the full story from @Joe Guszkowski (and watch his video on the subject!) #restaurantnews @Cinemark

Subway is going to be looking a little bit different in some parts of the world. Listen to the October 9 episode of #RestaurantDaily wherever you get podcasts and get the full story from @jenningsswaine at @nrn #restautantnews @Subway

Is the supposed Starbucks/Chipotle merger something to take seriously? Here’s what we know, along with Taco Bell’s newest dessert innovation and Sweet Tomatoes’ return to California. Full stories from @Jonathan Maze @aliciakelso and @jenningsswaine are at @nrn #restaurantnews @Starbucks @Chipotle @MILK BAR @Sweet Tomatoes @tacobell

Toast has unveiled an array of new AI agents for restaurants.Listen to the October 8 episode of #RestaurantDaily wherever you get podcasts, and get the full story from @Joe Guszkowski at @nrn #restaurantnews @Toast

Hangry Joe’s has a new CEO. listen to the October 8 episode of #RestaurantDaily wherever you get podcasts, and get the full story from @aliciakelso at @nrn #restaurantdaily @Hangry Joe's Hot Chicken