Spicy Pickle updates operations outlook

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

July 20, 2009

Spicy Pickle Franchising Inc. has updated its financial and franchise outlook for 2009 that includes the signing of a 10-unit development deal for the Houston…

McAlister's Deli focuses on Central Ohio growth

July 16, 2009

The Columbus Dispatch: McAlister's Deli has announced plans to build at least 10 locations in central Ohio by 2012. The chain, based in Ridgeland, Miss.…

McAlister's Deli to give away sweet tea

July 15, 2009

RIDGELAND, Miss. — McAlister's Corp. is declaring July 23 "Free Tea Day" and will give away sweet tea all day at participating McAlister's Deli restaurants…

Sandella's to develop in 10 countries

July 15, 2009

WEST REDDING, Conn. — Sandella's Flatbread Café has partnered with master franchisee Abdulaziz Abdulhadi Aljudee & Sons Holding to develop Sandella's…

Quiznos launches $3 Toasty Bullet sandwich

July 12, 2009

DENVER — Quiznos has announced the launch of its new Toasty Bullet sub, priced at just $3. The sub is being added to Quiznos Everyday Value Menu of $…

Sandella's to open in Chicago

July 12, 2009

WEST REDDING, Conn. — Entrepreneurs David Gile and Ankit Jhaveri have signed a franchise deal with Sandella's Flatbread Café to bring three new restaurants to…

James Pa named Charley's Grilled Subs VP of Brand Management

July 9, 2009

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Charley's Grilled Subs has recently appointed James Pa as its new vice president of brand management, the company has announced. Pa will be…

Sandella's Flatbread opens San Diego franchise territory

July 9, 2009

SAN DIEGO — Sandella's Flatbread Cafe has announced that franchise opportunities for its fast casual cafe outlets are now available in locations throughout San…

Submarina California Subs gets investment boost

July 8, 2009

SAN MARCOS, Calif. — Submarina California Subs has announced a significant investment in the company by Kerensa Investment Fund 1 LLC. The new alliance enables…

Quiznos appoints new general counsel

July 6, 2009

DENVER — Quiznos has named Pat Meyers as its general counsel, the company has announced. Meyers rejoins Quiznos after two years as a partner and chief legal…

Togo's intros Roast Beef Bacon & Cheddar sandwich

June 30, 2009

SAN JOSE, Calif. — Togo's Eateries Inc. has announced it has introduced a new Roast Beef, Bacon & Cheddar sandwich.   The new sandwich features tender 9…

Cousins Subs continues '09 growth, reduces franchise fee

June 22, 2009

MENOMONEE FALLS, Wis. — Cousins Subs has posted impressive growth numbers in the first half of 2009 and will continue the momentum through the second half of…

Quiznos partners with Balihoo for local marketing solution

June 22, 2009

BOISE, Idaho — Quiznos has partnered with Balihoo to deliver a comprehensive Local Marketing Automation solution to its franchise owners nationwide, the…

Charley's Grilled Subs makes best franchise list

June 18, 2009

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Charley's Grilled Subs has announced it was named 145 out of 300 on Dun & Bradstreet's All Star Best of Best Franchise list. Still run by…

Parents magazine rates best fast casuals

June 17, 2009

Corner Bakery Cafe, Fazoli's, Noodles & Company, Taco Del Mar and others made the Parents magazine list of Top 10 Best Fast Casual Restaurants in 2009. …

Penn Station announces systemwide roll-out of cold subs

June 17, 2009

CINCINNATI — Penn Station East Coast Subs has created five new Cold Deli Classic subs to complement its menu of 12 hot, grilled-to-order subs.   Following…

Capriotti's opens 17th Delaware location

June 15, 2009

REHOBETH BEACH, De. — Capriotti's has announced the mid-June opening of its 17th location in Delaware, in the town of Rehoboth Beach.   Menu classics such as…

Schlotzsky's rolls out trio of sandwiches

June 9, 2009

Austin, Texas — Schlotzsky's has launched its Bacon Smokecheezy Three-zy menu items at locations until August 30, the company has announced. The product line…

Company veteran named Quiznos new president

President of Quiznos Canada shifts focus to U.S. operations.

Zebu Forno opens fourth N.J. location

June 8, 2009

MORRISTOWN, N.J. — Zebu Forno, the European-style bakery and café, has announced it has opened its fourth New Jersey location and first in Morris County in…