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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.
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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.
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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…
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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…
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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.
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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…
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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.
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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…
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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.
Presented by CORE
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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.
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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…
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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.
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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…
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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…
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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.
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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.
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Doner Shack expands in Glasgow with multi-unit franchise deal
April 3, 2025
Doner Shack is expanding its footprint in Scotland with a three-unit franchise deal with Abrar Khaliq.
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Salad House, Barcelona Restaurant Group, Knuckies Hoagies execs talk tech, talent acquisition, retention
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
A panel at the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit highlighted the importance of balancing technology with human interaction in hiring and retaining…
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Buena Papa founders dish on loaded fries, 'Shark Tank,' expansion plans
Paul Barron and Cherryh Cansler of "Fast Casual Nation" sat down with James and Joanna Windon, the couple behind Buena Papa, to discuss their innovative loaded…
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Sweetgreen launches loyalty program, Ripple Fries
April 3, 2025
Sweetgreen has launched SG Rewards, a free loyalty program allowing members to earn 10 points for every dollar spent toward perks and access to members-only…
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