Restaurant leaders share tips for driving growth, innovating when franchising

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

At the upcoming Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit, top restaurant executives will share how they’re scaling smarter and growing faster through bold…

Texas Restaurant Association’s Emily Williams Knight on the power of shared insight

In this episode, Kathleen Wood and Emily Knight discuss why Founders benefit from being part of strong communities, whether through state restaurant…

The Beverage revolution: Why drinks are the new dining destination

Fast Casual Nation explores how Taco Bell, craft innovators and the sober-curious movement are reshaping restaurant revenue.

Wetzel's Pretzels opens in South Carolina Walmart

January 20, 2026

Wetzel's Pretzels has opened a location in a Walmart in Summerville, South Carolina, according to a press release.

Pizza Marketplace Top 100 Movers & Shakers deadline extended to Jan. 23

by Pizza Marketplace Top 100 Movers & Shakers deadline extended to Jan. 23, Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Don't delay! The deadline has been extended to THIS Friday!

Layne's Chicken Fingers promotes Alex Camp to VP of operations services

January 19, 2026

Texas-based Layne's Chicken Fingers has promoted Alex Camp to vice president of operations services. Camp will support the brand by overseeing the intersection…

Popeyes taps Matt Rubin as CMO

January 19, 2026

Popeyes has named Matt Rubin as chief marketing officer for the U.S. and Canada. Rubin will lead Popeyes' marketing strategy, brand positioning and customer…

Beyond the headset: The new era of integrated restaurant communication

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Modern QSRs are increasingly adopting specialized digital tools — ranging from kitchen display systems to multilingual chat apps — to streamline operations…

Dunkin gives away Megan Thee Stallion's limited-edition cups

January 16, 2026

Dunkin' guests may can score a limited-edition Megan Thee Stallion "Hot Girls Run on Dunkin" reusable cup with the purchase of any Dunkin' Protein Refresher…

Papa Johns testing protein-infused dough

January 16, 2026

Papa Johns is testing dough infused with protein. The Protein Crust Pizza is a limited, one-day-only release exclusive for Papa Rewards Members at one select…

Del Taco expands leadership team under new owner Yadav Enterprises

January 16, 2026

Del Taco has made new leadership appointments under new owners Yadav Enterprises, according to a press release.

Pizza Nova franchisee believes in quality, consistency, brand culture

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Driven by a lifelong connection to the brand, franchisee Chi-son Phu has successfully grown his Pizza Nova business in Toronto by strictly following the…

Pizza Marketplace's Top 100 Movers & Shakers submissions due Jan.18

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Nominations are due Jan. 18.

Sonic kicks off All-American Sonic Smasher

January 15, 2026

Sonic has released the All-American Sonic Smasher, according to a press release.

Founderology Growth Summit honoring inaugural 'Visionary Restaurant Founders'

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

To celebrate the spirit of innovation, the Founderology Growth Summit, being held Feb. 2-4 in Austin, will host a special ceremony to honor the "Top 5 Movers …

Little Caesars launches Detroit-style Slices-N-Stix box

January 14, 2026

Little Caesars has launched Detroit-style Slices-N-Stix, a single-serve meal option that includes two slices of Detroit-Style Deep Dish Pepperoni Pizza, four…

The countdown is on: 10 ways RFIS will change your life

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Think of this as your official invite to the industry family reunion. Matching shirts not required!

Riko's Pizza's unique style sets it apart as brand grows on East Coast

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Riko's Pizza's unique thin-crust pizza sets it apart from the heavy competition on the East Coast. The brand is growing and now has 12 locations.

Papa Johns partners with PAR Technology for POS, OPS transformation

January 13, 2026

Papa Johns has selected PAR Technology Corporation's PAR POS and PAR OPS for its U.S. in-restaurant tech stack, according to a press release.

Great American Cookies launches 2 cookie flavors in time for Valentine's Day

January 13, 2026

Great American Cookies has released two cookie flavors in time for Valentine's Day. The Red Velvet Cookie Cake and Strawberry Crinkle Cookie Cake are available…