FSR January 2023

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CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN HIRES JEFF WARNE AS CEO The industry veteran, who has served on the CPK board of directors for two years, replaces Jim Hyatt who helmed the brand for nearly five years. FSRmagazine.com/Jeff-Warne-CPA CRACKER BARREL STRUGGLES WITH OLDER CUSTOMERS The chain’s chief marketing offi cer said the demographic is experiencing high financial inse curity and has a negative out look on the future. FSRmagazine.com/Older-Customers FIRST WATCH IS WINNING OVER GUESTS WITH TRUST Consistency and a core value proposition are helping the breakfast chain buck downward industry trends. FSRmagazine.com/First-Watch-Trust Cold Brew, Simplified for All Day Menuing and Increased Margins New one-stop solutions are spark ing beverage innovation. SPONSORED BY SEGAFREDO ZANETTI Cracking the Code on Back of-House Efficiency Dive into a few ways to simplify operations and stay efficent. SPONSORED BY KERRY AMERICAS A Look at 4 Southern Food Trends Celebrity chefs and restaurateurs share what’s next. SPONSORED BY UNILEVER FOOD SOLUTIONS

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Dine Brands to Accelerate Fuzzy’s Expansion With 98 percent of its system franchised, Fuzzy’s will be a major growth vehicle for Applebee’s parent company. FSRmagazine.com/Fuzzys-Growth

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How to Optimize Labor Costs with Texas Pete These sauces and seasonings can make meal prep easier. SPONSORED BY TEXAS PETE These Iconic Pyramid Tea Infusers Deliver the ‘Wow Factor’ There’s a new photo-worthy bev erage in town. SPONSORED BY TEA FORTÉ Why You Should Add Venison to the Menu New Zealand farm-raised venison can be a winning protein. SPONSORED BY NZ VENISON

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Here’s How Restaurants Can Appeal to Flexitarian Diners How can operators reach this growing customer base? SPONSORED BY BETTER BALANCE FOODS

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