Food Service Industry News

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07-06-2023
DYNE Hospitality Group Opens New Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Little Rock Marking Its 100th Location
Tropical Smoothie Cafe franchisee DYNE Hospitality Group announced the opening of its newest cafe on June 23rd at 322, Broadway St., Little Rock, which is the 100th cafe for the DYNE organization.

07-06-2023
Restaurant Brands International Announces the Start of Firehouse Subs Global Expansion
Firehouse Subs opens first restaurant in Zurich, Switzerland and announces signing of a development agreement to launch in Mexico

07-06-2023
FCPT Announces Acquisition of a Bojangles Property for 14 Million
The property is located in a strong retail corridor in North Carolina and is occupied under a triple net lease with approximately 10 years of term remaining.

07-06-2023
FCPT Announces Acquisition of a Texas Roadhouse Property for 37 Million
The property is located in a strong retail corridor in Wisconsin under a triple net lease.

07-06-2023
Hooters Opens in Flemington New Jersey
Targets Regional Growth, Identifies Expansion Opportunity in Key Northeastern DMAs

07-06-2023
Japanese Restaurants Accelerate Overseas Expansion Even As Domestic Foodservice Sector Recovers
Kura Sushi, a leading Japanese conveyor-belt sushi chain, opened its first outlet in Mainland China in June 2023, as part of its global expansion plans. With this, it joins the ranks of several Japanese restaurant operators who are aggressively scaling up their overseas presence.

07-06-2023
Wrongful Death Lawsuit Filed Today in the Deadly Outbreak Linked to Daveaposs Sushi Source of Poisoning Still Unknown
At least one local reporter points the finger at morel mushrooms, a novelty item used by Dave's in some sushi rolls, and which a Department of Public Health and Human Services investigation determined were cultivated in China and shipped to California for further distribution.

07-06-2023
Benihana Opensin Conroe TX
The new restaurant is located at 3061 Interstate 45 North in the Teas Crossing Shopping Center at N. FM 3083 Rd. and N. Frazier St.

07-06-2023
FCPT Announces Acquisition of an Olive Garden Property for 34 Million
The property is located in a strong retail corridor in Indiana and is corporate-operated under a long-term, triple net lease with approximately nine years of term remaining.

07-06-2023
Jeremiahaposs Italian Ice Announces New CEO and Executive Leadership Team Appointments
Jeremiah's Italian Ice announced the appointment of Michael Keller as its new CEO and President. The brand, which recently celebrated the opening of its 116th location, has also brought on its first ever Director of Research & Development, named a new Director of Supply Chain, and promoted an existing leader to Senior Director of Franchise Operations as it prepares for its next phase of growth.

07-06-2023
Raising Canes Opens in Times Square
The brand's Flagship marks the first of 25 Restaurants set to open within the next three years in the boroughs and greater NYC

07-06-2023
Ravi Thanawala Named Chief Financial Officer for Papa Johns
Mr. Thanawala brings financial leadership experience with global consumer brands to the role, including seven years at Nike where he most recently served as CFO of Nike North America.

07-06-2023
8 Ways to Create ClickWorthy Job Listings
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07-06-2023
Leaders Prove Restaurants Provide Opportunities to Advance and Lift Others
NRAEF honors industry standouts for contributions to business, employees, community

07-06-2023
Subway Celebrates 15 New Master Franchise Agreements Since 2021
Latest agreements in EMEA, APAC and LAC will add more than 4,000 future restaurants to Subway's global footprint over next 20 years

07-06-2023
Young Entrepreneur Brings His 6th Marcos Pizza to the Orlando Area
The newest locally owned and operated Marco's Pizza has opened in Orlando, FL on June 26th. The store is located at 10226 Curry Ford Road Suite 108.

07-06-2023
30 of Americans Say Tipping Culture is out of Control As Some Businesses Agree to Scrap Tip Prompts CNBC
As the negative sentiment takes hold, some businesses are opting out of digital touch-screen payment systems with predetermined options.

07-06-2023
Chicken Wing Specialistaposs Beer Sales Take Wing
Guests flock to J. Timothy’s Taverne for craft beer by the can and cocktails by the glass

07-06-2023
GenZ Shunning Alcohol for aposDryapos Parties As They Prioritise Exercise and Wellbeing
Gen Z are causing a shake up in the alcoholic and non-alcoholic universes, ushering in a new era of mindful drinking, sober curiosity and ‘dry’ venues and events, according to a Euromonitor International expert.

07-06-2023
Pacific Catch Opens in Santa Monica California
Located in a high traffic cluster at Wilshire and 2nd St, the 5600 square foot restaurant counts Fairmont Miramar, Wally's and Hillstone among its notable neighbors.