Operations News
Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill to open first franchise location
November 9, 2012
Denver-based Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill announced that its first franchisee-owned location will open Nov. 14 in San Antonio in the Huebner Oaks shopping…
read nowCafe2U Coffee expands into South Africa
November 9, 2012
Cafe2U, a mobile espresso franchise that has opened five coffee franchises in the U.S. this year, has expanded into South Africa.
read nowNew Miami Subs Grill named a top franchise for minorities
November 9, 2012
The National Minority Franchising Initiative has compiled its annual list of the "50 Top Franchises for Minorities," appearing in a recent issue of USA Today.
read nowPanda Express launches fundraiser for Hurricane Sandy relief
November 9, 2012
Panda Restaurant Group Inc. will host fundraising efforts to assist with disaster relief for those affected by Hurricane Sandy. The company has committed to…
read nowMenu testing services now offered for allergen-friendly meals
November 9, 2012
Food expert Lara Holland has developed a restaurant training program to help identify menu flaws as operators try to attract consumers with food allergies.
read nowPizza Inn plans to accelerate Pie Five openings
November 8, 2012
Texas-based Pizza Inn Holdings Inc. reported its first quarter FY 2013 results, which included a sales increase of 41.4 percent compared to Q1 '12 at…
read nowBoston Market launches holiday-themed website
November 8, 2012
Boston Market today announced the launch of its new "Holiday Hub" website, which offers tips on hosting celebrations, recipes by Chef Rick Rodgers and event…
read nowBarberitos expanding Florida footprint
November 8, 2012
Barberitos Franchising Inc. announced that it will open its 30th restaurant location in Yulee, Fla., in early December.
read nowEpic Burger names new CEO
November 8, 2012
Epic Burger founder David Friedman has announced the appointment of Scott Norrick to the role of chief executive officer for the rapidly growing Chicago chain.
read nowFatburger owner settles lender dispute
November 7, 2012
Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc., parent company of Fatburger and Buffalo's Cafe, has settled a $5.1 million lawsuit filed by its lender, American Industries…
read nowBig Smoke Burger signs five multiunit franchise deals
November 7, 2012
Mustafa Yusuf, founder and owner of Toronto-based fast casual concept Big Smoke Burger, has announced that, since joining forces with franchise development…
read nowStarbucks tax loophole sparks crackdown in UK
November 6, 2012
Following a Reuters' report about Starbucks' international tax loopholes, the chancellor of the U.K. and the German finance minister have joined forces to stop…
read nowFormer Buffalo Wild Wings director joins Blaze Pizza
November 6, 2012
Shortly after announcing its plans to expand nationally, Blaze Pizza has appointed Carolyne Canady as vice president of Franchise Sales.
read nowLYFE Kitchen adds former White House Chief of Staff to board
November 6, 2012
LYFE Kitchen has added The Honorable William Daley as its newest member of the board of directors.
read nowMama Fu's names winner of Annual Culinary Challenge
November 6, 2012
Mama Fu's Asian House has announced this year's winner of its Second Annual Culinary Challenge. Chef James Clark from The Triangle location in Austin, Texas…
read nowNRA executive named 'Top Lobbyist'
November 6, 2012
Scott DeFife, the National Restaurant Association's (NRA) executive vice president for Policy and Government Affairs, has been named a 2012 "Top Lobbyist" by…
read nowMenchie's donating portion of sales to Hurricane Sandy relief
November 6, 2012
The Menchie's frozen yogurt franchise announced a nationwide fundraiser, "The Smile After the Storm," that will support The American Red Cross' aid for…
read nowFamous Dave's to add 21 more units
November 5, 2012
Famous Dave's recently signed deals to open a total of 16 new units. They will be located in San Diego/Los Angeles/Ventura counties, Calif., Sacramento…
read nowFamous Dave's launches fast casual concept
November 1, 2012
Famous Dave's of America, the Minneapolis-based, 186-unit full-service barbecue and restaurant concept, is rolling out its first fast casual unit -- Famous…
read nowRestaurant chains double amount raised to fight childhood hunger
November 1, 2012
Throughout Sep. 8, 292 restaurants across every segment participated in Share Our Strength's Dine Out For No Kid Hungry fundraising program. Together, they…
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