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Bubbakoo’s Burritos taps Bikky to power data strategy, fuel growth
April 13, 2026
Bubbakoo's Burritos has partnered with Bikky to centralize customer data and strengthen its technology as a foundation for growth.
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Chipotle relaunches loyalty program to capture younger, rewards-driven diners
April 13, 2026
Less than a month after Starbucks announced changes to its loyalty program, Chipotle Mexican Grill shared similar news.
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Teriyaki Madness ups protein game with Two-By-Two Bowl
April 10, 2026
Denver-based Teriyaki Madness has boosted the protein presence on its menu by adding the Two-By-Two Bowl, a limited-time offering that builds on the…
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Phoenix heats up with 2nd Houston TX Hot Chicken location
April 10, 2026
Houston TX Hot Chicken is doubling its Arizona presence.
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Chicken Salad Chick franchisees prep for 2 Florida openings
April 9, 2026
Chicken Salad Chick will open two Florida locationson on April 21 — one at 1206 Solaris Dr., in Cape Coral on the state's southern Gulf Coast and another at…
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'Stuff it': Panera Bread introduces bread rolls filled with salads
April 9, 2026
Panera Bread has introduced Salad Stuffers, a handheld version of the brand's green offerings. The item features a specially made, hollowed-out Italian roll…
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Deliverect AI debuts autonomous workforce to manage menus, protect digital revenue
April 9, 2026
Deliverect, a global restaurant technology platform serving more than 95,000 locations across 78 countries, has launched Deliverect AI: a digital workforce of…
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Saucy by KFC adds Drips by Pepsi beverages to menu
April 8, 2026
Saucy by KFC, KFC's fast casual brand, has upped its beverage offerings with the addition of Drips by Pepsi to the menu. The 16-ounce drinks combine PepsiCo…
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Fluffy Fluffy Cafe launching US growth plans
April 8, 2026
Toronto-based franchisor Fuwa Labs LLC has partnered with Boston-based Franchisor Advisory Partners to expand Fluffy Fluffy Café's Japanese soufflé fast-casual…
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PAR Technology launches PAR Intelligence AI Platform for multi-unit operators
April 8, 2026
PAR Technology Corp. has launched PAR Intelligence, an artificial intelligence layer designed to automate operational tasks for multi-unit restaurant and…
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Gregorys Coffee partners with Craveworthy to perk interest in franchises
April 6, 2026
Gregorys Coffee has joined forces with Craveworthy Brands, the parent company of Shaquille O'Neal-founded Big Chicken, Bd's Mongolian Grill and 16 other…
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Playa Bowls launches 1st Canadian location
April 6, 2026
Playa Bowls is opening its first Canadian location as part of a cross-country expansion plan.
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Yum Brands appoints former Marriott International CFO to Board
April 6, 2026
Yum Brands Inc. has appointed of Kathleen "Leeny" K. Oberg to its Board of Directors. Oberg, the former chief financial officer and executive vice president of…
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Ziggi’s Coffee pours it on with Spicer, Hamm hires
April 3, 2026
Ziggi's Coffee, headquartered in Longmont, Colorado, has hired restaurant veterans Darren Spicer and Betsy Hamm to help fuel the brand's ongoing expansion.
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MOD Pizza using PAR to protect delivery operations from third-party errors
April 3, 2026
In an effort to protect its income streams from errors tied to third-party platforms, MOD Pizza has integrated PAR Technology Corp's Recovery and Delivery…
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Huey Magoo’s lays groundwork for 100 locations
April 2, 2026
Huey Magoo's is hoping to add 100 units in 2026. To advance the goal, the Orlando-headquartered company is looking westward and has inked a 15-unit franchise…
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Starbucks betting on mango
April 2, 2026
Mango flavors have earned a permanent place on the Starbucks drink menus, according to a company press release.
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Oracle launches AI -backed system to consolidate back-office functions
April 2, 2026
Oracle has launched an artificial intelligence-backed system to consolidate back-office functions — including inventory, procurement, scheduling, production…
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The Melt heats up growth with franchising strategy
April 1, 2026
San Francisco-based The Melt is seeking experienced multi-unit restaurant operators to help expand its presence in California and Arizona, where it owns and…
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Birdcall to open at Coors Field
April 1, 2026
Birdcall will open its newest restaurant at Coors Field in Denver when the Colorado Rockies host the Philadelphia Phillies for their April 3 home opener.
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