The Sauces Star at KFC’s Saucy

KFC’s Saucy spinoff flips fast food on its head, making sauce the star with various flavor combos and a vibe-forward experience. Gen Z diners, after all, are chasing chicken these days.

FI Fast Break audio news: Jan. 4, 2023

The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on the reignited chicken sandwich wars at fast-food restaurants.

Latest Salvo in Chicken Wars Includes Taco Bell Hybrid Item

Taco bell is no stranger to unusual combinations (think Naked Chicken Chalupa, Doritos Locos Tacos), but its latest might take the cake. The chain is launching a Crispy Chicken Sandwich Taco on September 2. The …

Technomic’s Freier Says Chicken Sandwich War Is Beneficial for All Parties Involved

Lizzy Freier, senior research manager of menu at Technomic, spoke with The Food Institute’s Susan Choi about the so-called chicken sandwich wars in the quick service restaurant segment, the impact of the pandemic on sales, …

Popeyes’ Sandwich Drives Sales at RBI

Food Institute Focus – Popeyes’ Sandwich Drives Sales at RBI