In this episode of Take-Away with Sam Oches, we debut a new monthly episode, The 50, in which Sam and Nation’s Restaurant News managing editor Leigh Anne Zinsmeister round up the major headlines of the month from the 50 biggest restaurant companies in the country.

 

In this conversation, you’ll learn more about April’s headlines, including:

• CEOs of major chains like Red Lobster and Denny’s announcing their departures
• Chipotle’s launch of a $50 million venture fund to invest in “strategically aligned” companies
• Popeyes’ expansion plans, including 200-plus new units in 2022 and an emphasis on double drive thrus
• Taco Bell’s reintroduction of its Mexican Pizza and other new menu items
• Panera’s subscription program, which has expanded to include all beverages

 

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