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Freddy's expanding in Chicago
April 28, 2022
Wichita, Kansas-based Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers signed six multi-unit agreements to bring 64 locations to new and existing markets, including…
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Moe's hires Marketing, Operations VPs
April 28, 2022
Moe's Southwest Grill, owned by Focus Brands, has hired two senior leaders: Annica Conrad as VP of Marketing and Mike Smith as VP of Operations.
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Vegan BBQ joint opening NYC storefront
April 28, 2022
Pure Grit BBQ, which has been selling vegan barbecue essentials online since 2020, is opening its first storefront next month in New York City, at 36 Lexington…
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Shake Shack striving to improve worker conditions, lower carbon footprint
April 28, 2022
In its third annual "Stand For Something Good Summary," Shake Shack revealed Thursday that it was focused on diversity, equity and inclusion, workplace…
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Webinar deep dives into modern loyalty programs
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Transactions are just the tip of the loyalty iceberg. This webinar deep-dives below the surface to explain how to get more out of your rewards program.
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P.F. Chang's, Shipley Do-Nuts, WOWorks, Oath Pizza share ways to lure multi-unit operators
by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com
Franchisors need strong listening and communication skills, as well as a strong brand foundation, when looking to partner with multi-unit franchisees.
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Big Chicken setting the 'Moody'
April 27, 2022
Austin is about to satisfy the raging appetites of concertgoers and sports fans with the opening of Shaquille O'Neal-owned Big Chicken inside the Moody Center…
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Big Chicken coming to Ohio
April 27, 2022
Big Chicken, founded by Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal, is entering Ohio, thanks to a deal with franchisees Steve Christensen, Reid Richards and Mike Craddick…
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Magnolia Bakery focusing on digital customers
April 27, 2022
Although New York-based Magnolia Bakery has been around since 1996, the 35-unit to-go and counter-service bakery is on a mission to future-proof its business…
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Local Kitchens adding 3 micro halls to Bay Area
April 27, 2022
Local Kitchens, a micro food hall offering several fast casual concepts under one roof, is adding three locations in the Bay Area as part of its Northern…
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Focus Brands, Wing Shack, Jamco leaders talk data control, loyalty strategies
by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com
Regaining control of data is paramount for restaurant brands after two years of data collection being in the hands of third-party delivery partners.
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Mutts Cantina breaking ground in Austin
April 27, 2022
Mutts Canine Cantina is building a restaurant in North Austin. Slated to open in the late summer months or early fall, the off-leash dog park with an outdoor…
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Sweet Paris relying on female-dominated team to fuel growth
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
Allison Chavez, co-founder of Sweet Paris, a Texas-based chain of 11 crepe shops, is ready to grow her concept with a little help from other female leaders.
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The Cumin Bowl debuting ghost kitchens
April 26, 2022
The Cumin Bowl, a Chicago-based brand owned by the Cumin Culinary Brands specializing in customizable Indian bowls, is serving diners in the Dallas-Fort Worth…
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Quiznos, Taco Del Mar launching in metaverse
April 26, 2022
Rego Restaurant Group, which owns Quiznos and Taco Del Mar, is joining the metaverse, thanks to a June partnership with The NFT Agency to give virtual…
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Webinar to explore post pandemic trends in restaurant health, safety
April 26, 2022
Two years after the COVID-19 pandemic shut down the restaurant industry, restaurants are recovering thanks to the hard work, determination and resilience of…
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Leasecake raises $12M in funding
April 26, 2022
Leasecake, a cloud-based operating system for lease and location management, has raised $12 million led by PeakSpan Capital, a Silicon Valley investment firm…
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Everbowl launches smoothie line
April 25, 2022
Southern California-based Everbowl is giving conscious eaters another way to fuel their active lifestyles with a line of four healthy smoothie concoctions.
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Dickey's Barbecue Pit adding 8 U.S. locations in May
April 25, 2022
Dickey's Barbecue Pit, a fast casual concept serving Texas-style barbecue, continues to expand with eight planned openings in May, according to a company press…
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Hot Chikn Kitchn plans to open 200 locations
April 25, 2022
Hot Chikn Kitchn, a fast casual brand that serves up Nashville-style food kicked up with signature premium sauces, plans to add 200 more locations with…
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