Dillas Quesadillas debuting drive-thru prototype

July 18, 2024

Texas-based Dillas Quesadillas is opening a drive-thru prototype this week in Ruston, Louisiana.

Subway, Jason's Deli, Big Chicken headlining The Restaurant Catering Workshop

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Before a brand can deploy a catering-order management system and supporting technologies, it must align its business framework, business logic, workflow and…

Starbucks, Mercedes expanding EV charging network

July 17, 2024

As part of its environmental promise, Starbucks is installing Mercedes-Benz high-power electric vehicle chargers at locations on a 1,400-mile route along…

How to generate food truck profits with location tracking

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

Bradley Cooper, editor of Food Truck Operator, spoke with Chris Ruff, CEO and president of Glympse Inc. to discuss more about how food trucks can generate…

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Craveworthy launching hot dog concept

July 17, 2024

Craveworthy Brands is launching Nomad Dawgs, a fast casual concept serving varieties of hot dogs developed by Craveworthy's Creator Chef Robert Kabakoff and VP…

Cilantro Taco franchising over 100 locations

July 17, 2024

After signing its first franchise agreement six months ago, Cilantro Taco Grill has 110 units in development with six franchise groups and an area…

Angry Chickz VP reveals 4 steps to running a successful franchise

Mike LaRue, VP of Franchise Development at Angry Chickz, discusses the importance of developing a clear mission and a 100-year plan.

Botrista secures $120M in funding to fuel automated beverage platform growth

July 16, 2024

Botrista, the developer of a data-driven, automated beverage platform, has closed its Series C funding round, bringing its total capital raised to $12…

Cheba Hut adding North Las Vegas store

July 16, 2024

Colorado-based Cheba Hut is opening a store in at 345 W. Craig Road in North Las Vegas, marking Nevada's fifth location with two more under construction for…

Toastique headed to Kansas

July 16, 2024

Toastique, a toast and juice cafe conceptualized in Washington D.C., is making its Kansas debut with its first location in Wichita at 9747 E. 21st N.

How to transform your food truck with battery systems

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

A webinar by Joule Case examined how food trucks can transform their business by ditching generators and adopting battery systems.

Blaze Pizza launches 1st oven-fired dessert

July 12, 2024

Blaze Pizza has released its first-ever oven-fired dessert, Cinnamon Bread, according to a press release.

The Original Hot Chicken taking on California

July 12, 2024

The flavor of the South is coming to the West, thanks to The Original Hot Chicken opening its first California location in Huntington Park.

Potbelly invades Pentagon

July 12, 2024

Potbelly Corp. has opened its first location at the Pentagon, deepening its presence on military installations and Department of Defense facilities. In…

Jeff's Bagel Run acquires Otus Coffee

July 12, 2024

Ocoee, Florida-based Jeff's Bagel Run has acquired Otus Coffee, its longtime coffee supplier, giving the brand control over its supply chain.

Teriyaki Madness entering Des Moines

July 10, 2024

Teriyaki Madness, a Seattle-style teriyaki franchise based in Denver, is making its West Des Moines debut. Brothers Travis and Corey Kasch will open the first…

Breaking bread and biases: Why restaurants (still) need more female voices

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

The Fast Casual Executive Summit is hosting the panel "Breaking Bread and Biases: Empowering Women for Fast Casual Leadership," featuring women leaders…

Tiki Taco names former PDQ exec as CEO

July 10, 2024

Kansas City-based Tiki Taco has hired Eric Knott, former COO of Florida-based PDQ, as CEO.

Checkmate partners with Uber to add delivery capabilities

July 10, 2024

Restaurant ordering solutions provider Checkmate has expanded its partnership with Uber, adding Uber Direct to its platform, according to a press release.

Pizzaiolo launches signature brand in Dana Point, California

Truly Pizza brings something to the Dana Point, California area that hasn't been seen yet -- a focus on upscale, signature pizza in a warm, inviting atmosphere…