From prep to profit: How honeygrow is tackling rising costs with AI automation

by Fast Casual

Honeygrow recently turned to back-of-house AI to streamline its operations and tackle the challenges of managing a busy kitchen.

Speaker Spotlight: Mohaimina 'Mina' Haque, CEO of Tony Roma’s

Mina Haque, CEO of Tony Roma's, shares a look at her career, her achievements and industry trends ahead of her appearance at Restaurant Franchising …

Döner Haus launches US franchising program

February 14, 2025

New York City-based Döner Haus, a German-style Döner Kebab sandwich brand, is ready to hit markets across the U.S. via franchising.

Lola Beans hoping for a little growth magic

February 14, 2025

Tennessee-based Lola Beans, a drive-thru coffee and beverage brand, is launching its franchise program combining coffee, espresso, infused sodas and energy…

Penn Station hires former franchisee as sales EVP

February 13, 2025

Ohio-based Penn Station East Coast Subs has hired former franchisee Don Champion as SVP of Sales and Development.

Chicken Salad Chick opening 14th Louisiana store

February 13, 2025

Chicken Salad Chick will open its 14th Louisiana restaurant next week under the direction of franchise owners Chad and Amanda Ducote, who opened their first…

Rock N' Roll Sushi headlining in Apollo Beach

February 13, 2025

Rock N' Roll Sushi is opening in Apollo Beach, Florida, marking its second location in Hillsborough County, 14th in Florida and 73rd systemwide.

How Botrista’s Briana Jurado is Remixing the Drink Menu

Botrista’s Briana Jurado transforms beverage innovation by blending data, creativity, and technology. As VP of Beverage Programs, she pioneers trend-driven…

Stoner's Pizza Joint CEO talks economy, that kitschy name

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Stoner's Pizza Joint CEO John Stetson talks to podcast host Mandy Detwiler about weathering the economy, competing in a saturated market and that eponymous…

Biscuit Belly's secret ingredient: Single-shift success

Biscuit Belly CEO Chad Coulter shares how the single-shift operational model promotes work-life balance for employees, reduces costs for franchisees and…

TundraFMP Revolutionizes Restaurant Chain Expansion with LaunchPad NRO Program

TundraFMP, a Diversified Foodservice Supply (DFS) company, announces the launch of its comprehensive New Restaurant Opening (NRO) program, LaunchPad. This…

Canada's Barrio Burrito Bar developing in Georgia

February 11, 2025

BurritoBar USA Inc. has awarded master franchise rights for the state of Georgia to open over 100 franchised Barrio Burrito Bar restaurants. The brand…

Guzman y Gomez adding to Chicago presence

February 11, 2025

Australia-based Guzman y Gomez is entering the Chicago market when it opens three stores by year's end in Bucktown, Evanston and Des Plaines.

Cleaver & Co debuting 1st standalone restaurant

February 11, 2025

Cleaver & Co, a fast-casual restaurant offering elevated burgers and chicken sandwiches, will open its first brick-and-mortar location Saturday in Dallas.

GoTab Sync for Cloud & On Premises Keeps Business Running Smoothly – Even Without Internet!

With the launch of its on-premises deployment, GoTab is ensuring that operations never skip a beat—no matter what

Somedays Bakery debuts franchise offering

February 11, 2025

Queens, New York-based Somedays Bakery, an artisanal bakery serving croissants and La Colombe coffee, is opening its doors to franchise opportunities.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe adds 3 execs to leadership team

February 11, 2025

Tropical Smoothie Cafe has hired Jonathan Biggs as chief operating officer and promoted Chris Sasser to chief financial officer and Karen Wickliffe to general…

Do you know what part of your marketing spend is actually working?

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

A panel at the Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit in Myrtle Beach will look at how brands are wasting their marketing money and how to get the most out…

Cherryh Cansler joins Paul Barron as co-host of Fast Casual Nation

February 10, 2025

Fast Casual Nation will be the restaurant industry's first in a Podcasting 3.0 revolution that will focus on new interactive engagement models and build a new…

Sandwich market increasing by $46.5B

February 10, 2025

The increasing popularity of breakfast sandwiches as well as restaurants adding more creative types of sandwiches to their menus are making the lunch staple…