Kura Sushi rolling out premium LTOs

April 11, 2025

Kura Sushi USA is rolling out Kura Reserve, a limited-time platform that offers seasonally inspired premium creations to complement its permanent menu. Curated…

How great leaders manage emotions, build trust

by Jim Knight — Founder & CEO, Knight Speaker

Leaders, managers, and employees must recognize that change isn’t just about logistics—it’s about how people feel throughout the process.

NAYA CEO on Fast Casual Nation: From NYC start-up to national expansion

Kfoury shares how the Lebanese-inspired brand has grown to 31 locations with plans for 200 by 2030

Playa Bowls opens 300th location

April 10, 2025

New Jersey-based Playa Bowls, specializing in acai bowls, smoothies, juices and cold brew, celebrated its 300th opening on March 29 in Atlanta's Buckhead…

HTeaO intros Refreshers drink line

April 9, 2025

Iced tea franchise brand HTeaO has introduced a line of fruit-forward beverages designed to deliver a boost with natural energy, according to a press release.

Charles Watson takes the lead at Smalls Sliders

April 9, 2025

Charles Watson is trading smoothies for sliders; the former Tropical Smoothie Cafe CEO is filling the same role for Atlanta-based Smalls Sliders.

Donatos Pizza president, CEO wants it to be the household name in pizza

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Donatos Pizza president and CEO Kevin King talks about his career in the pizza industry and what makes his brand a leader in the category amidst rising pizza…

Brooklyn Dumpling Shop serving Yankee fans

April 9, 2025

Brooklyn Dumpling Shop has joined Yankee Stadium's culinary concession scene as part of a partnership with the New York Yankees and Legends Hospitality. It…

Chicken Salad Chick franchisees adding Vicious Biscuit to portfolio

April 9, 2025

Savannah, Georgia-based Savannah Biscuit, owned by Kelly and Tim Paslawski, is bringing Vicious Biscuit to the Peach State.

Why drink menu is no afterthought at Cilantro

by Temoc Morfin — Founder and CEO, Cilantro Taco Grill

Temoc Morfin, founder and CEO of Cilantro Taco Grill, discusses the importance of beverages to his brand, which has 16 corporate locations and over 10…

Saroki’s Crispy Chicken & Pizza reimagining roadside cuisine

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Brothers Todd and Curtis Saroki are challenging preconceptions about mega-station food with their hand-breaded chicken tenders and NY-style brick oven pizzas.

Ovation releases tools to empower restaurants

April 8, 2025

Guest feedback platform Ovation has released two product enhancements designed to help restaurants gain deeper insights and drive real revenue: Long-form…

CORE Gives helps restaurant employees in need

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

CORE Gives provides financial support for restaurant employees in need.

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5 ways to lead boldly in uncertain times

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

The best Founders don't just survive tough times; they THRIVE because they focus on what they CAN control.

Guest retention key to restaurant profitability

April 7, 2025

Traditional methods for identifying issues affecting retention, such as delayed surveys with low response rates, potentially biased table visits, and…

Brooklyn Dumpling Shop, Perkins, Bun Mee, Keke's leaders share franchising success insight

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

What it takes to succeed in franchising was the focus of a panel talk at the recent Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit.

From homelessness to restaurant heroes: Power couple keynoting Fast Casual Executive Summit

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

April 7, 2025

Chef Bryant "Baul" Williams and Daniella Williams, the husband-and-wife founders of Atlanta-based Binky's, specializing in soul food, and brunch hot spot Betty…

Juice It Up fueling baseball fans

April 4, 2025

Juice It Up, an acai bowl, smoothie and raw juice chain, is serving Angels Baseball fans at an in-stadium location inside the Classic Hits stand on the Field…

Ovation, Craveworthy Brands discuss guest feedback, cashing in on guest recovery

April 4, 2025

Ten lost customers. That's nearly $30,000 walking out the door, according to Zack Oates, founder of guest feedback program Ovation.

Sambazon lands at Pittsburgh airport

April 3, 2025

Sambazon, an acai bowl and smoothie shop, has landed at the Pittsburgh International Airport, giving travelers access to acai imported from Brazil.