Espresso Patronum: Tim Hortons brews up spellbinding Harry Potter treats

August 10, 2026

Tim Hortons restaurants in the U.S. are launching a Harry Potter-inspired menu and merchandise line starting Aug. 12 to celebrate Back to Hogwarts and the 25th…

Voting now open for 2026 Top 30 Movers & Shakers: Catering

August 10, 2026

Voting is officially open for 2026 Top 30 Movers & Shakers: Catering, recognizing the restaurant professionals driving growth, innovation and excellence in…

Print vendor serving restaurant brands expanding nationwide after acquisition

August 7, 2026

Sandy Alexander, a commercial printing and marketing services company that counts restaurant chains among its clients, has been acquired by the Marth Group…

Papa Johns Q2 revenue falls 9% as North America sales slump offsets international growth

by Valerie Gritton

August 7, 2026

Papa Johns' turnaround efforts continued to face headwinds in the second quarter, as softer consumer demand and an intensely promotional quick-service…

Star Micronics integrates with Quetzal POS

August 7, 2026

Point-of-sale hardware provider Star Micronics has integrated with Quetzal POS to help specialty retailers modernize inventory, labeling and omnichannel…

Del Taco introduces All-American Burgertaco, expands specialty beverage line

August 7, 2026

Del Taco is combining two of its most popular menu items with the launch of the All-American Burgertaco on Aug. 6, according to a press release.

Wendy’s reports comp declines; remains focused on turnaround

by Valerie Gritton

August 7, 2026

Wendy's reported its Q2 earnings, showing a U.S. comparable same-store sales decline of 7% while international comps decreased 2.3%. Overall, global same-store…

Taco John's continues Midwest expansion with La Porte, Indiana franchise

August 6, 2026

Taco John's will open a location in La Porte, Indiana, on August 10, at 416 J Street, according to a press release.

Burger King fuels RBI growth

by Valerie Gritton

August 6, 2026

Restaurant Brands International (RBI), the parent company of Burger King, Tim Hortons, Popeyes and Firehouse Subs, reported strong second-quarter 2026 results…

Papa Johns promotes 4 to leadership positions

August 6, 2026

Papa Johns International Inc. has made several immediate changes to its leadership team to support the company's ongoing strategic transformation, according to…

HTeaO names former Freddy's executive Brian Wise as CEO

August 5, 2026

Iced tea franchise HTeaO has named Brian Wise as its chief executive officer as the company prepares for further national expansion.

Auntie Anne’s launches global partnership with Dreamworks' Gabby’s Dollhouse

August 5, 2026

This month, Auntie Anne's one of seven iconic brands within Atlanta-based GoTo Foods, launches its first-ever global brand partnership with DreamWorks…

Savvy Sliders, Fat Boy's Pizza announce co-branded Florida locations

August 5, 2026

Savvy Sliders and Fat Boy's Pizza will open co-branded restaurants in Florida later this year, marking the state debut for Louisiana-based Fat Boy's Pizza…

Got sass and a love for biscuits? Hardee's wants your Meemaw

August 5, 2026

Hardee's wants to meet your grandma.

White Castle, USA Luge extend partnership through 2029

August 5, 2026

White Castle and USA Luge have renewed their partnership through August 2029, extending a relationship that began in 2017, according to a press release.

McDonald's Q2 growth driven by 4 D's

August 4, 2026

McDonald's Corporation announced in a news release its Q2 earnings results, driven by a 4% increase in revenue to $7.1 billion. Global systemwide sales rose 5%.

McDonald's promotes Skye Anderson to president

August 4, 2026

McDonald's Corp. has named Skye Anderson, a 26-year company veteran, as its next president, according to a press release.

Checkers & Rally's taps Peter Busse as chief development officer

August 4, 2026

Checkers & Rally's has named Peter Busse as chief development officer to lead its franchise development strategy and support the brand's long-term…

Church's Texas Chicken, Mr. Tendernism launch flavor campaign

August 4, 2026

Church's Texas Chicken is partnering with food personality and pitmaster Walter "Mr. Tendernism" Johnson for a multi-part content series highlighting the…

Panda Express releases blind-box bag charms featuring mascot

August 4, 2026

Panda Express is introducing a newly illustrated version of its mascot, Pei Pei, with a digital storytelling series and a limited-edition collectible drop…