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McDonald’s has a new chief of development. Just Salad scored a slam dunk with a new celebrity investor. And quick-service sandwich chains are losing to fast-casual competitors.

Luckin Coffee is bringing kiosks to its New York locations. Another chain has jumped into catering. And a casual-dining chain has been sold.

KFC has a plan for its next chapter of growth. Taco Bell opened its first Cantina in an airport. And Einstein Bros. is hoping to catch the bagel boom.

A group of Red Lobster’s creditors has filed a lawsuit against Thai Union Group. The eight-unit pizza chain Pizzana is preparing for big growth. And a bankrupt Popeyes franchisee has found buyers for 97 of its 136 locations.

Domino’s incoming CEO sees the pizza chain as a brand in progress. Business is booming at LongHorn Steakhouse. And Starbucks wants some employees to create TikTok content, and share in the ad revenue.

Wendy’s is getting the meme treatment. Restaurants are expected to hire fewer workers this summer. And On the Border filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy.

Domino’s CEO is stepping down. Taco Bell is offering emotional support tacos. And Starbucks is adding new leaders to its coffeeshops.

TGI Fridays made a new tech move in its ongoing transformation. The U.K. is getting even more hot chicken. And Zaxbys is tapping into a longtime favorite flavor profile.

Twin Peaks is out of bankruptcy. The history of McDonald’s fried apple pie. And the controversy about EverPass and the NFL Sunday Ticket .

Panera has rolled out a big menu upgrade. Higher gas prices have begun to take their toll on fast food traffic. And Pura Vida Miami is building infrastructure for expansion.