Wendy's to grow in Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan

October 19, 2023

Wendy's plans to grow in Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan under Central Asia franchisee industrial holding company Kusto Group. The group plans to open 55 Wendy's…

Wetzel's Pretzels launches 2 kiosks in San Francisco Macy's store

October 12, 2023

Wetzel's Pretzels has opened two Wetzel's bakeries within the Macy's department store in Union Square in San Francisco, according to a press release.

Pizza Factory in Rio Vista, California operates with new owners

October 12, 2023

Pizza Factory's Rio Vista, California, location has new owners, according to a press release.

Pretzelmaker to expand Canadian footprint

October 11, 2023

FAT Brands Inc. has inked a deal with Canadian Cookie Enterprises Inc. to open 25 Pretzelmaker locations throughout the country over the next 10 years…

How to Motivate Franchise Operators to Follow Standardized Processes (and Why You Should)

Leave with a better understanding of key areas where consistency is king in the restaurant industry, and gain some helpful tips for implementing repeatable…

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McDonald's to raise royalty fee for new restaurants

September 25, 2023

McDonald's is raising its royalty fee for franchisees opening new domestic and Canadian restaurants, according to a CNN report.

Smalls Sliders reaches 100 units in development

September 21, 2023

Smalls Slider has more than 100 restaurants — called "cans" — under development, according to the press release.

Savvy Sliders enters Florida

September 20, 2023

Michigan-based Savvy Sliders has opened its first store in Florida and it is located in Tamarac City. The unit is 2,300 square feet and open 24-hours a day…

Smalls Sliders to enter South Carolina

September 20, 2023

Smalls Sliders has inked a multi-unit deal with franchise group Sandlot LLC for five units in South Carolina, marking the brand's entrance into the state…

Smalls Sliders signs 2nd Texas deal

September 19, 2023

Baton Rouge, Louisiana-based Smalls Sliders is adding seven units in Texas, marking the state's second agreement. Preston Cunningham and David Higgins, the duo…

Wienerschnitzel opens 2nd Arkansas unit

September 15, 2023

Wienerschnitzel has opened a location in Springdale, Arkansas, It's the second of 20 restaurants coming to the state, according to a press release.

Smalls Sliders signs deal for 5 units in Louisiana, Texas

September 13, 2023

Louisiana-based Smalls Sliders has inked a deal with Jay Tee Holdings LLC to bring five units to Louisiana and Texas. The deal marks the brand's Louisiana…

How to save money with restaurant leases

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How to motivate franchisees to adhere to standardized processes

September 12, 2023

In the dynamic world of the franchise industry, ensuring that franchise operators adhere to standardized processes is crucial for achieving consistency and…

Layne's Chicken Fingers to open in Beaumont, Texas

September 11, 2023

Layne's Chicken Fingers will open a location in Beaumont, Texas, in October under the helm of franchisee Masroor Fatany, according to a press release.

Wetzel's Pretzels opens food truck in Detroit

September 5, 2023

Wetzel's Pretzels has opened a food truck in Detroit, which will be operated by Alicia Powell through its Access to Equity. The company created the program to…

Krystal launches refranchising program, takes aim at 500 units

August 28, 2023

Krystal has unveiled a strategic refranchising initiative designed to propel the expansion of its brand presence. The program involves offering existing…

FastCasual accepting nominations for 2024 Brands to Watch

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

August 28, 2023

Just a few months ago, we celebrated the annual 2023 Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers, which recognizes the industry's most innovative companies…

Smalls Sliders to enter Missouri, Arkansas

August 23, 2023

Smalls Sliders has announced an agreement to enter two new states — Missouri and Arkansas — that will bring six additional units to the brand, according to the…

Taco Bell franchisee opening 7th Taco Bell Cantina

August 22, 2023

Diversified Restaurant Group, one of the largest Taco Bell franchisees and which operates 325 locations, is opening is seventh Taco Bell Cantina, a fast casual…