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Del Taco begins operations under Yadav Enterprises

December 23, 2025

Del Taco has been acquired by Yadav Enterprises, which operates more than 300 franchise restaurants nationwide. Del Taco has more than 600 locations across the…

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Taco Bell bringing back Quesarito

December 22, 2025

Taco Bell has brought back the Quesarito. The menu item is available for a limited time, according to a press release.

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Pizza Marketplace’s 'Brands to Watch 2026' released

December 19, 2025

The report lists 25 pizzerias doing great things as we go into the new year.

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Cold Stone Creamery seeks franchise opportunities in Birmingham, Alabama

December 18, 2025

Cold Stone Creamery is seeking to expand its presence in Birmingham, Alabama and its surrounding suburbs. The brand plans to open three to six stores in the…

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A&W Restaurants exploring Kansas City metro area franchising opportunities

December 17, 2025

A&W Restaurants plans to expand the brand's presence across Kansas City, Missouri, and into neighboring suburbs, according to a press release.

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Kraft Heinz hires Steve Cahillane as CEO

December 16, 2025

Kraft Heinz has chosen Steve Cahillane, former Kellanoa chief, as CEO come Jan. 1, 2026.

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HTeaO opens in San Antonio, Texas

December 15, 2025

HTeaO has opened a store in San Antonio, Texas. The shop is owned and operated by franchisees Anita Sustaita and Daniel Sustaita Sr. of SusTEAta, LLC, marking…

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Little Caesars makes key leadership promotions

December 15, 2025

Little Caesars has promoted longtime CEO Dave Scrivano to vice chairman of Little Caesars, according to a press release.

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Wetzel's Pretzels continues expansion with Utah Walmart location

December 12, 2025

Wetzel's Pretzels has opened in a Walmart in American Fork, Utah. It's the fifth Wetzel's bakery in the state, according to a press release.

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National Restaurant Association seeks solutions to penny shortage

December 11, 2025

The National Restaurant Association is seeking solutions to the national penny shortage. The shortage means operators can't order pennies from their local…

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Marco's Pizza names new CMO, CFO

December 10, 2025

Marco's Pizza has appointed Steve Kennedy as chief marketing officer and Bill Schaffler as chief financial officer, according to a press release.

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Olo partners with Zipline to bring autonomous drone delivery to restaurants

December 9, 2025

Olo Inc., a leading restaurant technology provider, has partnered with Zipline, an autonomous delivery service, to integrate drone delivery capabilities into…

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Little Caesars launches at University of Kansas

December 9, 2025

Little Caesars has debuts at the University of Kansas at Allen Fieldhouse, home of the Jayhawks basketball and volleyball teams. It includes dedicated…

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Checkers & Rally's enters Massachusetts

December 9, 2025

Checkers & Rally's is entering Massachusetts with a location in Worcester at 99 Gold Star Blvd., according to a press release.

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White Castle tests Cheddar Smoked Sausage Slider, Pretzel Nibblers in select markets

December 9, 2025

White Castle is testing the Cheddar Smoked Sausage Slider and Pretzel Nibblers in the Cincinnati, Ohio, Louisville, Kentucky and New Jersey markets, according…

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Former KFC marketing lead takes helm as Long John Silver's CMO

December 8, 2025

Long John Silver's has hired former KFC director of retail marketing Laura Curth Ellis to serve as chief marketing officer. As CMO, Ellis will lead the brand's…

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Domino's celebrating milestone birthday with free orders of lava cakes

December 8, 2025

Domino's Pizza is turning 65 on Dec. 9. In celebration, the Michigan-based pizza company is offering customers a special deal: free Chocolate Lava Crunch Cakes…

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Sonic tests iced coffee drinks in select markets

December 5, 2025

Sonic is testing a cold coffee lineup in select markets. It's available for a limited time at participating locations in: Denver, Colorado; Grand Junction…

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