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U.S. urges restaurants to promote healthier kids' meals
The federal Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission, led by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., is asking restaurants to voluntarily limit advertising of unhealthy foods to children and highlight healthier options instead. The goal: curb the rise in childhood illnesses tied to diet. The National Restaurant Association welcomed this call, saying it supports offering tasty yet nutritious meals. But health experts remain skeptical, arguing the industry profits too much from unhealthy marketing to self-regulate effectively. Read more.
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🚀 Scaling Up
QDOBA signs major 50-unit franchise deal in the Southwest
QDOBA has struck one of its largest franchise deals ever. B Wild Investments, LLC, led by Barry Dubin, is set to develop 50 new QDOBA locations in Alaska, Utah, Nevada, Colorado, and New Mexico. Initial plans focus on cities like Salt Lake City, Las Vegas, Albuquerque, and areas around Colorado Springs. The company is also acquiring a significant existing franchisee, with the deal expected to close in late 2025. Read more.
🦾 Fresh Ideas
Chefs surprised by AI that helps them innovate in the kitchen
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