Chipotle's strong showing demonstrates fast food 'out of touch' with consumers, says Ells

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

October 21, 2014

The 20-something brand has demonstrated it can spend more on ingredients, charge a fair price and generate outstanding business results, the co-CEO says.

Modmarket continues Lone Star expansion

October 20, 2014

Modmarket anticipates opening two additional Texas locations in Q1 2015.

Ice cream sandwich concept headed to Cupertino, other California markets

October 16, 2014

CREAM, a San Francisco-based dessert franchise that specializes in ice cream sandwiches, has signed a multiunit development agreement with existing franchisee…

Amsterdam Falafelshop opens first Northern Virginia unit

October 16, 2014

Amsterdam Falafelshop is also seeking to expand in markets including Baltimore; Atlanta; the Carolinas; Miami; Tampa; New York; Philadelphia; Richmond…

Pincho Factory launches franchise efforts

October 16, 2014

Miami burger concept Pincho Factory hopes to pioneer a streamlined, transparent franchising process.

Lee's Sandwiches plants its flag in Oregon

October 16, 2014

The latest Lee's Sandwiches has a full bread baking equipment line and the capacity to serve additional stores when they open.

Braddah's opens 3rd location, wins award

October 16, 2014

Braddah's Pumpkin Bark took "Most Creative Bite" at 94.1FM's (Mix / CBS Radio) "Bite of Las Vegas 2014."

Blaze Pizza opening at Univ. of Maryland

October 15, 2014

On Thursday, Blaze Fast-Fire'd Pizza will begin feeding Terrapins. The company announced it will open its second Maryland location Thursday at the University…

Potbelly breaking into Nebraska

October 15, 2014

Potbelly Sandwich Shop announced its first unit in Nebraska will open in November.

Planet Smoothie seeking area developer for Atlanta market

October 15, 2014

The area developer will support the efforts of existing franchisees and will also help educate people interested in opening franchises, in exchange for a…

Italian concept with South American roots lands in Florida

October 15, 2014

Spoleto, a chain of Italian restaurants in Brazil, Mexico and Costa Rica, will open in Orlando in January.

Taking the ambiguity out of local marketing strategies

by Nate Riggs — CEO / Owner, NR Media Group

HuHot's VP of Marketing shares how to get franchisees to weigh in on marketing decisions, and how to blend corporate standards with local store marketing…

Fresh To Order continues growth in Atlanta market

October 14, 2014

Restaurant opens in Decatur, Georgia.

Fazoli's salutes Franchisee and Supplier of the Year

October 14, 2014

Texas-based PastaQuik and Southern Bakeries are recognized for achievements.

Johnny Rockets opens second restaurant in Honduras

October 14, 2014

Expands reach to San Pedro Sula, increases chain's Central American footprint.

Boston catering concierge secures $300K VC Investment

October 10, 2014

The funding will help Phoodeez, a corporate catering concierge that works with more than 40 local restaurants and food trucks, reach more customers.

Capriotti's Sandwich Shop opens flagship unit in Vegas area

October 10, 2014

The flagship store is the Nevada-based chain's 33rd unit in the Las Vegas area.

International franchising accelerates for top brands

October 10, 2014

Franchise Times has published its annual Top 200 list and, once again this year, QSRs dominate the top 10. The top five franchises include McDonald’s…

Pressed Juicery juices up fall menu, adds new units

October 9, 2014

Pressed Juicery announced several additional to its fall menu, and several new units opening this year in Northern and Southern California.

Johnny Rockets launches in Singapore

October 9, 2014

Johnny Rockets currently has partners across the region, including the Philippines, Malaysia and Indonesia, and it's eyeing Vietnam, Thailand and China next.