Pizza Brands to Watch in 2023

We are honored to introduce the 2023 class of “Pizza Brands to Watch” and we look forward to finding out who makes future lists.

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A Tale of Two McDonald’s: How Different Locations Impact Visitor Patterns

To understand more about the impacts of location, Near looked in depth at the two most popular McDonald’s for Javits Conference Center visitors. We looked into…

Huey Magoo’s Selects Qu to Achieve Aggressive Growth Plans with Unified Commerce & Ordering

Qu has been selected by Huey Magoo’s to power all locations for the rapidly expanding chicken tenders brand that currently operates over 40 restaurants in…

Stumptown Coffee wins Peta award for oat milk

January 12, 2023

Stumptown Coffee Roasters, based in Portland, Oregon, with locations in New York and Los Angeles, is the winner of PETA's Compassionate Coffee Chain award.

Veggie Grill launches 'Bitchin' menu

January 11, 2023

Veggie Grill has collaborated with Bitchin' Sauce, a plant-based dip company sold in over 12,000 retailers nationwide, to create a few LTOs, including the…

Zaxby’s hires on chief supply chain officer

January 11, 2023

Carl Mount has been tapped as chief supply chain officer by chicken chain Zaxby's.

Planet Smoothie leveling up with LTOs

January 3, 2023

Planet Smoothie wants to help guests take their fitness goals to the next level with three healthier and purposeful smoothies: The Immunity Ignitor, the Polka…

Sweetgreen launches Green January

January 3, 2023

Sweetgreen has tapped Melissa Wood-Tepperberg, founder of Melissa Wood Health, to help launch Green January, a campaign running through Jan.18 that provides…

DSA Signage hires Brian Kim, Chief Commercial Officer

DSA Signage hires former Chipotle Senior Manager and Private Equity Leader Brian Kim as Chief Commercial Officer

Wings Etc serving wings made of cauliflower

December 20, 2022

We've heard of cauliflower pizza crust, but what about wings? It's the latest menu addition from Wings Etc. Grill & Pub, which said in a company press…

Sweet Chick to open Union Square location

December 15, 2022

Sweet Chick, a chicken and waffles fast casual franchise, has unveiled a location in Union Square, New York City. This location will open officially on Dec. 1…

Nothing Should Stand in the Way of Your Specialty Beverage Profits

In areas such as blending equipment, build station layout, training, and measuring devices, small changes or adjustments can improve the quality and…

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Panera 'shaking' things up in Texas

November 22, 2022

Panera Bread locations in Texas are testing Bakery Shakes — frozen blended shakes inspired by bakery items, according to a company press release.

Genghis Grill broadens menu, cuts prices

November 17, 2022

Dallas-based Genghis Grill has changed its menu from a primarily Asian-focused, create-your-own-bowl concept to an all-around, go-to fast-casual restaurant for…

Improved weather drives down coffee prices

November 16, 2022

The price of coffee beans has fallen over the past month on account of improved weather in coffee growing regions, as well as a rising U.S. dollar, according…

Mici Italian brings back lasagna for holiday dinners

November 10, 2022

Denver, Colorado-based Mici Italian is bringing back its fully-assembled lasagnas in time for the holidays, according to a press release.

Sweetgreen creates 'Crispy Rice Treat'

November 7, 2022

Los Angeles-based Sweetgreen has created a healthy version of a crispy rice treat — made with gluten-free grains (organic brown rice, quinoa and puffed…

Bring on the guac! Avocado price takes a dip

November 3, 2022

With grocery items spiking up about 13% in the past few months one bright spot is the cost of avocados.

Diversified Foodservice Supply Announces Leadership Restructuring

Diversified Foodservice Supply Announces Leadership Restructuring

20 Fast Casual Brands to Watch in 2023

After reviewing the nominees, a panel of judges narrowed down the applicants by looking at their use of technology, menu innovation and future growth plans. We…

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