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Slim Chickens flying into Tupelo, Mississippi
August 25, 2022
Slim Chickens is opening this week in Tupelo, Mississippi, at 3937 N. Gloster St., with multi-unit operating group Southern Partners at the helm.
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Rush Bowls rushing to grow in 3 states
August 25, 2022
Rush Bowls, which serves customizable bowls and smoothies, continues to expand its presence in Colorado, California and Florida, and will open the following…
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D’Angelo Grilled Sandwiches launching prototype to fuel growth
August 25, 2022
For over 50 years, D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches has served the New England area but is now ready to expand beyond its 85 locations in Massachusetts, Maine, New…
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WOWorks hires 2 culinary VPs
August 25, 2022
WOWorks has appointed Cole Thompson as VP of culinary for Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh, The Simple Greek, Barberitos Southwestern Grille and Cantina. WOWorks…
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Franchisee, Youtuber buy 16 Handles
August 24, 2022
New York City-based 16 Handles has been acquired by its largest franchisee, 27-year-old New York entrepreneur Neil Hershman, who is now CEO and hopes to grow…
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Cinnaholic adding 4th Arizona location
August 24, 2022
Georgia's Cinnaholic, a vegan bakery, will open later this year in Mesa, Arizona, at 1252 South Signal Butte Road Suite.
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Bluestone Lane taps former Sweetgreen leader, Retail Zoo execs
August 24, 2022
Bluestone Lane, an Australian-inspired cafe, has hired Amy Hom as COO and chief people officer and Jack Brennan as VP of supply chain and strategic projects.
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Famous Toastery hires celebrity chef to lead culinary team
August 24, 2022
Famous Toastery, a 26-unit fast casual brand, has hired Jennifer Brule, a classically trained chef and nationally published food writer, to lead its culinary…
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Mici Italian raises more than $500K for schools
August 24, 2022
Denver-based Mici Italian's Dining for Dollars charitable giving program is amping up as school gets back in session. The program donates funds for school…
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Dickey's takes 2nd in Brazilian barbecue contest
August 24, 2022
Owners and staff of Dickey's Barbecue Pit in Brazil took second place in the Meatstock BBQ Wars held July 8-10 at the Lucky Wings Arena in Sorocaba, São Paulo…
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August 24, 2022
Hot Head Burritos is opening in Van Wert, Ohio, across from the County Fairgrounds. The 2,200-square-foot restaurant will seat over 35 guests and offer…
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Freddy's hitting up Chi-Town
August 23, 2022
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is accelerating development in Illinois with the signing of a multi-unit development agreement with Asif Poonja of…
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Ellianos Coffee surging through Atlanta
August 23, 2022
Ellianos Coffee, a southeastern-based drive-thru coffee franchise, is expanding in Atlanta thanks to deals with existing franchisees as well as the signing of…
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Dave's Hot Chicken entering Washington
August 23, 2022
Dave's Hot Chicken, a Los Angeles-based street food brand, has inked a franchise agreement with father and daughter, Ajay Keshap and Sana Keshap, to open 1…
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Huey Magoo's gaining ground in Florida
August 23, 2022
Huey Magoo's has opened the first of three locations planned for the Gainesville, Florida, area.
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Genghis Grill upgrades loyalty program
August 23, 2022
Genghis Grill has updated its mobile platform thanks to a partnership with Punchh, a loyalty and engagement platform. Fans can now access the app featuring…
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Jinya's 3 concepts coming to Hawaii
August 23, 2022
Jinya Holdings Inc. is in the process of bringing three of its brands — Jinya Ramen Bar, Robata Jinya and LBD Japanese Bar & Lounge — to Honolulu…
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Blazing Onion founders sign franchising deal with Big Chicken
August 23, 2022
Big Chicken, founded by basketball Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal, is breaking ground in Renton, Washington, with its first signed lease in a multi-unit deal…
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Slim Chickens hatching in 3 states
August 23, 2022
Arkansas-based Slim Chickens is expanding with eight locations in Arkansas, Tennessee and Georgia. Existing multi-unit operating group DHR Group, which also…
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Fatburger takes on Morocco
August 22, 2022
FAT Brands Inc. has opened its first Fatburger and Buffalo's Express restaurant in Morocco. Located in Marrakesh on M Avenue, the co-branded restaurant…
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