Hurricane Grill & Wings franchising fast casual concept

November 14, 2017

Hurricane BTW, a fast casual restaurant concept created by the full-service dining concept, Hurricane Grill & Wings, is opening its first franchise…

Technomic: Foodservice operators challenged by slow Q3 sales

November 14, 2017

The restaurant industry landscape continues to be challenging for leading operators, according to Technomic's compilation and analysis of third quarter…

Chicken Salad Chick expands franchise development team amid growth spurt

November 14, 2017

Chicken Salad Chick has appointed Thomas Hipp as franchise development manager amid rapid growth, according to a company press release. Hipp joins Carrie…

Tropical smoothie Cafe elevates digital experience

November 14, 2017

Tropical Smoothie Cafe has updated its mobile app and reinvigorated its loyalty program. Coupled with a newly designed website, the advancements were developed…

Mendocino Farms names former Darden president, Yard house founder as CEO

November 14, 2017

Mendocino Farms, a Southern California-based fast casual chain serving chef-inspired sandwiches and salads, named Harald Herrmann CEO and also announced today…

How to protect your brand from food-safety issues

Brands must use cloud, mobility and internet technologies to proactively protect their brands.

Third-party food delivery models evolve as demand accelerates

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Third-party food delivery rapidly expands, gaining importance among restaurant operators who are contemplating the best approach to offer the service.

Chipotle exec: 'No link found between Chipotle and actor's hospitalization'

November 13, 2017

Although Broadway actor Jeremy Jordan said Thursday that he was hospitalized and "almost died" after eating Chipotle, Chris Arnold, the chain's director of…

5 tips to minimize food waste

by Niall Keane — CEO of SynergySuite, SynergySuite

A study by Unilever revealed that 72 percent of US diners care about how food waste is handled, and almost half would be willing to spend more to dine at a…

Pret A Manger expanding in North American, European transport hubs

November 13, 2017

Pret A Manger has signed deals to open throughout North American airports as well as inside European airports and railway stations.

Captain D's expands in Texas, Missouri

November 13, 2017

Captain D's has signed two new franchise development agreements that will expand the brand's footprint in Missouri and Texas, according to a news release.

Bobby's Burger Palace opening 1st airport location

November 13, 2017

Chef Bobby Flay's fast casual conceopt, Bobby's Burger Palace, has completed its first airport licensing deal. The company is partnering with Atlanta-based…

Wayback Burgers opens in Casablanca

November 13, 2017

Wayback Burgers has opened its newest store in Casablanca, Morocco. Franchisees Youssef Elmrani and Moutie Benhamza bought the rights to develop eight units in…

Zoe's Kitchen CEO blames hurricanes for Q3 sales decreases

November 13, 2017

Zoe's Kitchen last week reported mixed Q3 results with total revenue increasing 15.7 percent to $77.9 million but comparable restaurant sales decreasing  0.…

Smiling Moose ready to franchise across the globe

November 13, 2017

Smiling Moose Rocky Mountain Deli, which has grown to 15 locations in seven states since opening in 2003, is seeking experienced restaurateurs to help it…

Report: US foodservice revenues to hit $990 Billion, fast casual growth expected

November 13, 2017

U.S. restaurant and foodservice revenues are forecast to reach $990 billion by 2021, according to "Restaurants & Foodservice: United States," a report…

Noodles & Company CEO remains positive despite Q3 losses

November 10, 2017

Noodles & Company reported another quarter of loss this week, saying during an investor call that total revenue was down 6.9 percent to $114.2 million from…

Launching LTOs? Make sure to follow these 3 rules to ensure food safety

by Doug Sutton — President, Steritech

Adding new menu items is a great way to please customers but can lead to food-safety risks when not properly implemented.

Wingstop, Subway franchisees opening Tropical Smoothie Cafes in Texas

November 10, 2017

Tropical Smoothie Cafe has inked deals with two multi-unit franchise owners to bring at least eight locations to the Dallas-Fort Worth market, according to a…

B.Good seeking area developers to help fuel growth

November 9, 2017

B.Good, a Boston-based fast casual, is seeking restaurant operators to grow the brand nationwide.