Corner Bakery Cafe names new PR and marketing agency

June 24, 2014

Corner Bakery Cafe announced today its partnership with Trevelino/Keller as its B2B public relations and marketing agency of choice. According to a news…

Starbucks opens first Philadelphia airport location

June 24, 2014

Starbucks recently opened its first Philadelphia International Airport store.

Federal Donuts hopes to kickstart 'radical' hospitality with partnership

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

If Rooster Soup Co.'s crowdfunding effort gets off the ground, its profits will be donated to helping those in need.

Maui Wowi CEO: Sky's the limit for brand's growth

The coffee/specialty beverage brand just launched an online store for guests who want to have its products shipped to them.

Uncle Maddio’s signs Alabama agreement with Jimmy John’s franchisee

June 23, 2014

Uncle Maddio’s Pizza Joint has signed a five-unit franchise development deal with Sha Nateghi, who will introduce the concept in Birmingham and Tuscaloosa, Ala.

Franchise Assoc. CEO: Economy is on track to full recovery

June 20, 2014

Franchising growth is expected to grow significantly this year, according to new reports. FRANdata, which has been analyzing franchising activity for more than…

Fields Good Chicken opens in New York City

June 20, 2014

Fields Good Chicken, a healthy fast casual concept featuring grilled and roasted chicken, opened recently at 101 Maiden Lane in the Manhattan Financial…

Walsh named director of unit level field operations for East Coast Wings & Grill

June 20, 2014

Frank Walsh has been appointed director of unit level field operations for East Coast Wings & Grill, according to a company announcement. Walsh will…

Eggheadz LLC set to launch Strati Wild Italian fast casual concept

June 20, 2014

Eggheadz LLC recently announced plans to open Strati Wild Italian, a new fast casual Italian restaurant.

Jimmy John's opens first Massachusetts store

June 20, 2014

According to eater.com, Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches is opening its first shop in Massachusetts. Renovations have begun at the new location, the Flats on D…

Dickey's adds chief brand officer to communicate 'basics done right'

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

Christie Finley aims to deliver consistent customer experience as company expands rapidly coast to coast.

Bruster's CEO talks about the brand's anniversary, growth and proprietary operating system

Sahene is also heading up a relatively new Philly Cheesesteak concept called Wit or Witout, which recently opened its third store and has sold its first two…

Earl of Sandwich’s new prototype includes dinner, delivery platforms

June 19, 2014

Earl of Sandwich has opened its 28th restaurant, located in St. Petersburg, Fla., which features a new design developed to "execute an enhanced product…

Fired Pie plans to double store count by fall

June 19, 2014

Arizona-based Fired Pie has announced plans to double its store count by the fall, going from four units to eight.

Mooyah opens two Silicon Valley locations

June 19, 2014

The Silicon Valley Business journal reports that Mooyah Burgers Fries & Shakes will open its first South Bay, Calif., location next month, and plans to…

Bruegger’s Bagels, Caribou Coffee open fourth co-location in Minneapolis

June 19, 2014

Bruegger's Bagels and Caribou Coffee will open their fourth co-branded coffeehouse bakery on June 25 at the Shops at Wedgewood in Maple Grove, Minn.

Wayback Burgers opens two additional nontraditional locations

June 19, 2014

Wayback Burgers recently announced the opening of two stores in nontraditional locations: a Navy base and a sports and entertainment arena.

Café Rio exec named as Pieology Pizzeria president

June 18, 2014

Pieology Pizzeria has named Bob Baker as its new president. Baker will join CEO and Founder Carl Chang in managing the growth of Pieology.

Red Mango opens 300th store

June 18, 2014

Red Mango will celebrate the opening of its 300th location later this month. Red Mango Founder Dan Kim will host an open house at the new Red Mango Yogurt Café…

LYFE Kitchen launching first New York City restaurant

June 18, 2014

According to Grub Street, LYFE Kitchen is opening its first New York City location at 248 West 55th Street in October. A second New York location for the…