News & Media
Italian concept with South American roots lands in Florida
October 15, 2014
Spoleto, a chain of Italian restaurants in Brazil, Mexico and Costa Rica, will open in Orlando in January.
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Taking the ambiguity out of local marketing strategies
by Nate Riggs — CEO / Owner, NR Media Group
HuHot's VP of Marketing shares how to get franchisees to weigh in on marketing decisions, and how to blend corporate standards with local store marketing…
read nowMama Fu's Black Market Menu released
October 15, 2014
Chefs compete to get their items featured on the Black Market Menu, which often leads to a spot on the brand's core menu.
read nowBowl of Heaven celebrates 4th anniversary with free acai bowls
October 14, 2014
Also samples new smoothie offerings and offers discounts on special Maq7 juice blend.
read nowPie Five Pizza encourages paying it forward with #pieitforward campaign
October 14, 2014
To celebrate National Pizza Month fast casual pizza brand Pie Five Pizza has kicked off the Pie It Forward campaign that surprises one guest at each location…
read nowFresh To Order continues growth in Atlanta market
October 14, 2014
Restaurant opens in Decatur, Georgia.
read nowMcAlister's Deli returns seasonal favorites
October 14, 2014
Turkey Cranberry Griller and Salad available through December 28.
read nowFazoli's salutes Franchisee and Supplier of the Year
October 14, 2014
Texas-based PastaQuik and Southern Bakeries are recognized for achievements.
read nowJohnny Rockets opens second restaurant in Honduras
October 14, 2014
Expands reach to San Pedro Sula, increases chain's Central American footprint.
read nowTop 100: People – Geoff Alexander, Wow Bao
October 14, 2014
Geoff Alexander, EVP of the Wow Bao Division for Lettuce Entertain You, is number 15 on our list of the 2014 Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers: People.
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Tiny stores make me happy: Tracking revenue per square foot
by Noah Glass — CEO, Olo
Leading restaurant brands are growing their top line with off-premise sales while shrinking real estate costs – resulting in better revenue per square foot and…
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Deliver more than food; deliver an experience
by Erle Dardick — CEO, Monkeymedia
Lean on your supply chain partners to innovate for you; they have resources and answers.
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If you build it, they won't come
by Alicia Kelso — senior editor, QSRweb.com
Having a website, an app and/or social media accounts isn't enough. Brands must plan to engage customers if they want to build loyalty and convert sales.
read nowBoston catering concierge secures $300K VC Investment
October 10, 2014
The funding will help Phoodeez, a corporate catering concierge that works with more than 40 local restaurants and food trucks, reach more customers.
read nowThe Habit Burger Grill launches French Onion Charburger
October 10, 2014
The burger, a take on the flavor of French onion soup, will be available through Nov. 17.
read nowCapriotti's Sandwich Shop opens flagship unit in Vegas area
October 10, 2014
The flagship store is the Nevada-based chain's 33rd unit in the Las Vegas area.
read nowLatest SpenDifference study to forecast 2015 restaurant menu prices
October 10, 2014
Participants will be entered in a drawing to win a $100 Amazon gift card and will receive a complimentary copy of the findings.
read nowInternational franchising accelerates for top brands
October 10, 2014
Franchise Times has published its annual Top 200 list and, once again this year, QSRs dominate the top 10. The top five franchises include McDonald’s…
read nowGenghis Grill featured on HealthyDiningFinder.com
October 10, 2014
The stir fry chain also released a video testimonial series on YouTube featuring athletes and their favorite Genghis Grill dishes.
read nowTop 100: People – Charlie Morrison, Wingstop
October 10, 2014
Charlie Morrison, president and CEO of Wingstop, is number 16 on our list of the 2014 Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers: People.
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