Blaze Pizza to expand into the UAE

August 1, 2024

Blaze Pizza has signed a deal for six locations in the United Arab Emirates with NAD Holding, according to a press release.

Why Two Leading Brands Took the Leap to a Unified Commerce Platform

Discover how Unified Commerce Platforms like Qu’s are revolutionizing the restaurant industry. Learn from leaders at Jack in the Box and GoTo Foods about…

Tender Greens, Tocaya have 'no plans to close locations'

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

July 29, 2024

Although Los Angeles-based Tender Greens and Venice, California-based Tocaya Modern Mexican filed for Chapter 11 last week, neither brand is closing locations…

How to increase catering revenue without headaches

by Fast Casual

How can restaurants feel confident in adding more catering partners without damaging the operation?

Middle Eastern brands Go Crispy, Tea Time going global

July 29, 2024

The Go Crispy brand is going global after the signing of a strategic partnership between Al Baladi Holding Group and Azerbaijan's Green Capital Management…

Registration still open for Pizza Leadership Virtual Summit

July 26, 2024

Wednesday marks the 3rd annual Pizza Leadership Virtual Summit, and there's still time to register. Qualified pizza executives and pizzeria owners can register…

Registration open for IFMA Virtual Marketing & Sales conference

July 26, 2024

Registration is open for the IFMA Virtual Marketing & Sales Conference: Evolution Defined. Going live Aug. 6-8, the event features nearly 30 sessions…

Newsweek readers name Next Level Burger 'best fast-food chain'

July 26, 2024

Next Level Burger, a plant-based burger joint chain based is the winner of the 2024 Newsweek Readers' Choice Awards contest for best fast-food chain.

Jeff's Bagel Run Awards 30-unit Franchise Deal in South Florida

Rapid Expansion Continues as Award-Winning Bagel Shop Partners with VHP Retail Holdings to Boost Presence in the Southeast

Restaurants must prepare NOW for FDA's supply chain traceability mandate

by Mike Schwartz — Senior Vice President, Member Value, IFMA

Mike Schwartz, SVP of Member Value for IFMA, breaks down the FSMA 204, which requires that by January 2026, companies involved in the food supply chain must…

SynergySuite Secures Finalist Status in Two SaaS Award Categories

SynergySuite, a leading provider of restaurant and hospitality technology solutions, is excited to announce being named a finalist in two prestigious…

Bankside launches inside Wonder

July 22, 2024

Chef JJ Johnson, a James Beard Award-winning author and TV host, has launched his newest restaurant, Bankside, at Wonder food hall locations in New York City…

How Naf Naf CEO streamlined restaurant operations

Greg Willman, chairman & CEO of Naf Naf Grill, reveals four strategies for running more efficient restaurants.

The Foodservice Tools Restaurants Need in 2024

The right kitchen equipment is more than just a convenience—it is essential for maintaining efficiency, ensuring quality, and staying competitive. These tools…

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Subway, Jason's Deli, Big Chicken headlining The Restaurant Catering Workshop

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Before a brand can deploy a catering-order management system and supporting technologies, it must align its business framework, business logic, workflow and…

Starbucks, Mercedes expanding EV charging network

July 17, 2024

As part of its environmental promise, Starbucks is installing Mercedes-Benz high-power electric vehicle chargers at locations on a 1,400-mile route along…

Angry Chickz VP reveals 4 steps to running a successful franchise

Mike LaRue, VP of Franchise Development at Angry Chickz, discusses the importance of developing a clear mission and a 100-year plan.

Axonify Identified as Representative Vendor in the 2024 Gartner Market Guide for Corporate Learning Tech

Affirms Axonify’s competitive edge in Learning Management Systems and continued benefit for enterprise organizations with frontline workforces.

Breaking bread and biases: Why restaurants (still) need more female voices

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

The Fast Casual Executive Summit is hosting the panel "Breaking Bread and Biases: Empowering Women for Fast Casual Leadership," featuring women leaders…

Tiki Taco names former PDQ exec as CEO

July 10, 2024

Kansas City-based Tiki Taco has hired Eric Knott, former COO of Florida-based PDQ, as CEO.