Bushfire lands investment from CapitalSpring

October 4, 2022

Bushfire Kitchen, founded in 2012 by Clive Barwin and his cousin, Chef Brandon Barwin, in California, will be adding to its five units thanks to a partnership…

Brooklyn Dumpling Shop opening 5 stores in Q4

October 4, 2022

New York-based Brooklyn Dumpling Shop is adding five locations by year's end in New York and New Jersey.

Vitamix and Smoothie King – The Perfect Blend

A long-standing partnership between a smoothie franchise and a provider of commercial blenders has proven to be a driver of growth for both companies.

Jinya makes South Carolina debut

October 4, 2022

Jinya Ramen Bar is making waves in South Carolina's Hilton Head Island by opening at 95 Mathews Dr. Guests may choose from over a dozen ramen dishes featuring…

Famous Dave's parent company sold to MYT

October 4, 2022

Montreal-based MTY Food Group Inc., which owns 80 restaurant brands spanning nearly 7,000 locations, has acquired BBQ Holdings Inc., a Minnesota-based company…

3 ways to enhance your catering offering

Bob Andersen, president of The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, reveals how one of his units has increased sales by 30% since last year.

California Tortilla, Tacos 4 Life launching pork-filled LTOs

October 3, 2022

Two fast casual brands, Maryland-based California Tortilla and Tacos4Life, based in Arkansas, have created limited-time offers featuring pork.

Wings Over searching for 'Wingfluencers'

October 3, 2022

Las Vegas-based Wings Over has created a 'Wingfluencer' program, allowing college students nationwide to apply to create content for the brand and receive free…

iniBurger launches franchising opportunities

October 3, 2022

IniBurger, which has two locations in theSan Francisco Bay area, has received approval to offer franchises in California and across the U.S. Founded with the…

Velvet Taco opening 23rd Texas location

October 3, 2022

Dallas-based Velvet Taco's 23rd Texas location opened Monday in Houston's Memorial City district at 10201 Katy Freeway, marking the brand's 35th location.

Bobby’s Burgers landing at Phoenix airport

October 3, 2022

Intelligration Capital BB LLC, the licensor and franchisor company for Bobby's Burgers, created by celebrity chef Bobby Flay, has inked a deal to open at…

Mr Pickle's adding up to 20 locations

October 3, 2022

California-based Mr. Pickle's Sandwich Shop has added a franchisee — Hungry Hospitality — to its family. The father-son team of Woody and Jason DeMayo, as well…

El Pollo Loco leverages digital signage software from Navori

October 3, 2022

El Pollo Loco, a Mexican restaurant chain based primarily in the southwestern U.S., has launched digital signage menu boards powered by Navori QL digital…

Restaurant chains raise over $12M for minimum wage battle

October 3, 2022

Big food chains, including Chipotle Mexican Grill, Starbucks and McDonald's, have raised over $12 million dollars in efforts to reverse a California law that…

Cowboy Chicken tackles food costs with dark meat offering

October 3, 2022

As inflation soars, Dallas-based Cowboy Chicken is trying to keep prices down by launching two dark meat chicken specials. They include a two-piece dark…

SaaS & More: Different Business Models For Software Developers

SaaS, HaaS, and On-Premises: Different Go-to-Market Models for Software Developers and ISVs

Food relief efforts seek support in wake of Hurricane Ian

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Food relief organizations are seeking donations as thousands of Floridians are in need of emergency supplies.

How Tech Innovations Prime Mr. Pickle’s for Explosive Growth

In this fastcasual.com fireside chat, Chris Schefler, director of brand management of Mr. Pickles, will explore some of the top innovations that the industry…

Pokemoto entering South Carolina

September 30, 2022

Pokemoto, Muscle Maker Inc.'s Hawaiian poke bowl restaurant concept, is entering South Carolina by signing two franchise deals for Myrtle Beacon and Carolina…

Teriyaki Madness hires real estate VP

September 30, 2022

Teriyaki Madness, a Seattle-style teriyaki franchise based in Colorado, has inked deals for 95 units this year. To ensure they are supported the brand has…