Chipotle introduces two new promotions designed to target students and families—we discuss how they fit with their current programs. We also talk Fox & Hound closures, Bob Evans’ new menu (and activist investor pressures), and how the price of avocados may be set to fall from record highs.

KFC generated a lot of positive buzz this week with a sunscreen giveaway, and we discuss what these viral advertising campaigns truly mean for Yum! Brands. Additionally, Popeye’s releases quarterly earnings and plans to boost sales over the next two quarters, and McDonald’s issues a recall for a line of Happy Meal toys.

After a report came out that Target was having issues with stock rotation in the perishable food segment, we discuss what might be hampering the company’s struggles in produce marketing. Additionally, we look at earnings from Shake Shack that indicate slowing growth, Amazon Prime Now’s foray into restaurant delivery, and bottled water sales potentially overtaking soda sales by the end of 2016.

We look at the U.S. rollout of Crystal Pepsi, and whether PepsiCo is selling the product short with a limited release. Also discussed is the impending arrival of Burger King’s latest limited-time menu item, the Whopperito, and Chipotle’s “Happy Four Hours” promotion. Additionally, we explore the growth potential of Wingstop after positive earnings and a secondary stock offering were announced.

We cover earnings from Restaurant Brands International (Burger King, Tim Hortons) and Jack In The Box (Qdoba), and take a closer look at Taco Bell’s renewed push to draw vegetarian consumers. We also discuss Starbucks’ latest recall, and sample new offerings from Subway.

We discuss why talk of a “restaurant recession” might be a bit blown out of proportion, given some positive signs for the industry. Additionally, we address Dunkin’ Donuts’ nationwide rollout of cold brew (and their goal to simplify egg patties) along with McDonalds’ slower-than-expected quarterly growth figures.

Starbucks announces raises to begin in October, but is it enough to quell employee dissatisfaction? Additionally, we discuss another customer information breach—this time at Cici’s Pizza—and Costa Vida’s slower-than-expected growth in the United States.

Buffalo Wild Wings launches a new initiative to guarantee those on their lunch break get served on time, McDonald’s extends all-day breakfast to include the venerable McGriddle, and Starbucks inadvertently tips their hand regarding another summer price increase. We’ll also discuss Danone’s attempted acquisition of WhiteWave, and what it means for WhiteWave’s brands going forward.

Chipotle continues their attempt to lure customers back with both a summer rewards program and a limited roll-out of chorizo. We also discuss the expanse of the sunflower seed recalls, Shipt’s expansion in Texas, and the explosive growth of fast-casual chain Freddy’s Frozen Custard.

We begin by taking a closer look at a new Colorado liquor sales law that takes effect July 1st, then dive into Five Guys’ rapid inclusion of shake stations in their restaurants. Other topics include Kroger’s extension of their ClickList program to Texas, and M&M/Mars trying to work with their fast food industry partners to promote responsible sugar consumption.