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Del Taco begins growth phase under new ownership
December 29, 2025
Del Taco began operations last week under its new parent company, Yadav Enterprises.
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UK's Hero Brands growing via 'creator economy'
December 26, 2025
Hero Brands, the hospitality platform behind German Doner Kebab and Sides, reported steady growth for the 2024 fiscal year as it pivots toward creator-led…
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Cold Stone expanding Alabama footprint
December 24, 2025
Cold Stone Creamery is expanding in Birmingham, Alabama, and surrounding suburbs, with the goal of opening three to six stores over the next three years.
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Mixue makes American debut in Hollywood
December 23, 2025
Mixue, a Chinese beverage giant known for its ultra-low prices and "Snow King" mascot, has officially entered the American market with the opening of its first…
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Barrio Burrito Bar opens in Delaware
December 23, 2025
Canada-born Barrio Burrito Bar has opened in Delaware, marking the latest expansion for the Tex-Mex franchise.
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Teriyaki Madness makes Fresno debut
December 22, 2025
Colorado-based Teriyaki Madness opened its first Fresno, California, location last wee, marking the Seattle-style teriyaki brand's 26 location in the state.
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Pizza Marketplace’s 'Brands to Watch 2026' released
December 19, 2025
The report lists 25 pizzerias doing great things as we go into the new year.
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Ten Ramen sold to Vandelay Companies
December 18, 2025
Vandelay Companies has acquired Ten Ramen, a staple of the Dallas dining scene for a decade, and announced plans to expand the brand to the West Village…
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Zipporah Allen steps up as Sweetgreen co-founder Nathaniel Ru steps down
December 18, 2025
Sweetgreen Inc. Co-founder and Chief Brand Officer Nathaniel Ru will retire from his executive role effective Jan. 1, 2026.
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Panera invites app users to 'circle back'
December 18, 2025
Panera Bread is leveraging its digital loyalty platform to reward the "office procrastinator" this holiday season with the launch of the "Circle Back Meal," an…
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Smalls Sliders expands South Carolina footprint with 5-unit deal
December 17, 2025
Smalls Sliders, a cheeseburger slider concept based in modular shipping containers, is expanding its presence in Upstate South Carolina following a multi-unit…
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Fatburger returning to Japan
December 17, 2025
Los Angeles-based restaurant company FAT Brands Inc. has opened a Fatburger location in Okinawa, marking the burger chain's return to the Japanese market. It…
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Fusion hires marketing director
December 17, 2025
Ohio-based sushi chain Fusian has appointed industry veteran Tyson Yirak as marketing director, a move aimed at bolstering brand infrastructure and fueling…
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DSA Signage appoints Meredith Yerkes as senior vice president
December 17, 2025
DSA Signage has appointed Meredith Yerkes as senior vice president of commercial strategy and growth.
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Kraft Heinz hires Steve Cahillane as CEO
December 16, 2025
Kraft Heinz has chosen Steve Cahillane, former Kellanoa chief, as CEO come Jan. 1, 2026.
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Blaze Pizza partners with Bikky to unify guest insights
December 16, 2025
Blaze Pizza, the fast-casual chain known for its quick-fire artisanal pizzas, has partnered with customer data platform Bikky to unify its guest insights and…
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See & Be Kitchen launches competition to find 1st franchisee
December 16, 2025
A Catskills-based artisan bakery is taking an unconventional approach to its expansion, launching an eight-week competition to select its first franchise owner.
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Jimmy John's expanding in Canada
December 15, 2025
Jimmy John's is open its newest location this week in Toronto's entertainment district.
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December 15, 2025
Potbelly Sandwich Works plans to open 50 locations in 2026, a significant expansion that will push the chain past the 500-store milestone as it pursues a…
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Rock N’ Roll Sushi expands in home state
December 15, 2025
Rock N' Roll Sushi, the Mobile, Alabama-founded dining concept known for its American-style rolls and loud atmosphere, expanded its footprint in its home state…
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