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Jan 12: LA Wildfire, Chuck E. Cheese comeback, Dunkin without Donut

Restaurants Step in to Support LA Wildfire Relief Efforts

Amid the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, several local restaurants and fast-food chains have mobilized to provide relief to affected communities. Yesterday we touched on this. The Hollywood Reporter compiled a list of these businesses contributing to recovery efforts, underscoring the foodservice industry’s role in community support during emergencies.

SourceHollywood Reporter Article

Former Disney Employee Admits Hacking into Menu System

Interesting story about the use of third party menu system and its security vulnerability. Employee is accused of hacking into Disney’s third party’s menu creator (that it no longer uses). Damage was minimal as the alteration was caught before they went to use.

SourceCourt Watch Article

Chuck E. Cheese’s Comeback After Bankruptcy

Since filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in June 2020, Chuck E. Cheese has successfully restructured and rebranded. The company, now operating under new leadership, has implemented numerous changes, including updates to its trampolines, animatronics, and overall customer experience. If this change is enough to increase revenue is still yet to be seen.

SourceCNBC Article

HTeaO Opens New Store in Pflugerville, Texas

HTeaO, a premium tea franchise focused on the Midwest and Western U.S., announced the opening of a new store in Pflugerville, Texas. This location is operated by franchisee Bethany Beeman.

Sources: Community Impact Article HTeaO Locations


Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Opens New Phoenix Location

Barbecue restaurant chain announced new location in Phoenix, AZ. It is different news than what you generally read about Dickey’s. Most of the news about Dickey’s are mostly focused on stores closures. Last year it closed over 100 locations.

Sources: Taste of Country Article GlobeNewswire Press Release

Dunkin Faces Donut Shortages in Nebraska

Interesting story from Los Angeles Daily about supply chain issues in Dunkin. Per Inspire Banrds (owner of Dunkin) it is because of issue with single supplier and about 9,500 stores were impacted. It is one of those story that reminds that quality control and supply chain is backbone of the modern fast food restaurants. 

SourceDaily News Article