Captain D’s boasts growth and expansion

August 2, 2016

Captain D’s seafood concept has announced further expansion in Louisiana, with plans to open 17 new units by the end of 2016, according to a release.

Bojangles' enters multi-unit deal to expand presence

August 2, 2016

Aiming to expand from its core markets in North and South Carolina, Bojangles' Inc. has entered into a multi-unit development agreement with Angle Inc.

Tim Hortons will deliver coffee to the Philippines

July 28, 2016

Tim Hortons is headed to the Philippine. Restaurant Brands International Inc today announced the formation of a new master franchise joint venture company that…

19 quarters and counting: How Captain D's keeps increasing sales

Listening, according to the brand's head chef, Jason Henderson, has been key to the chain's re-emergence as a growing force in the restaurant industry.

Arby's Q2 same-store sales growth triple industry average

July 27, 2016

If you hear some hooping and hollering down in Georgia today, it's probably coming from Arby's headquarters, where the reinvigorated brand is celebrating its…

Captain D’s sails into new location

July 27, 2016

Seafood concept Captain D's has opened a new franchise location in Tallahassee Florida, at 2833 N. Monroe — the 28th location in the state.

Cannabis quelling 'the munchies' fast casual style

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

One of the major players in the burgeoning legal marijuana business is lighting up a new franchising concept.

The Chickery adds 15 units in California

July 27, 2016

The Chickery has announced its partnership with new franchisees to open 15 locations in California. The Toronto-based chicken chain was founded by celebrity…

All-day breakfast still giving a glow to the Golden Arches

July 27, 2016

In an earnings call this week, McDonald's Corp. reported its fourth consecutive quarter of positive comparable sales growth across all segments. Still, a…

Captain D’s recognizes superior performance

July 26, 2016

At Captain D's annual convention last week, top performers were recognized for leadership that resulted in high sales volume.

Wendy's sells 39 company units

July 26, 2016

The Wendy's Company has completed a major sale of 39 restaurants in the Raleigh-Durham area of North Carolina to NPC International. The sale includes four…

Foodtech key to tapping into growing Indian foodservice market

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

A new report from TechSci Research shows that over the next five years, India may be one of the most promising markets for food service investment, But you…

Canadian restaurant group acquires Kahala, readies for US growth spurt

July 22, 2016

Shareholders approved the merger Thursday of Kahala Brands Ltd and a wholly owned subsidiary of MTY Food group. Kahala — as the parent company of 18 brands…

Chinese labor market stabilizes -- restaurant sector is key

July 21, 2016

The labor market in China appears to finally be stabilizing and one of the leading industries driving that turnaround is the food-service sector. That news…

Schlotzsky’s targets the Lone Star State for expansion

July 20, 2016

Schlotzsky's has announced plans to expand its footprint in Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio, Texas, adding to the 195 stores currently operating in the state.

Early bird gets the worm: Top 5 reasons to meet us in Cali for Fast Cas Exec Summit

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Although our 11th annual Fast Casual Executive Summit isn't until Oct. 9-11, you can get in at $595 as opposed to the regular price of $795 if you register by…

Smooth, profitable sailing for Captain D's this quarter

July 18, 2016

There's a party on the Captain D's ship this week after the brand announced that it is closing out its second quarter of 2016 with its 19th consecutive…

French street café in the heart of the bluegrass state? Mais oui!

July 14, 2016

Life is getting pretty cushy for students in Kentucky Wildcat country. Just in time for the fall semester, a European-style café, Brioche Doree, featuring…

Taco Bell 'goes to town' ... All. Night. Long.

July 13, 2016

This fall, Taco Bell Corp. will open a flagship 24-hour "cantina" location on the Las Vegas strip. And, despite the saying that "what happens in Vegas, stays…

Dunkin’ Donuts set for 8 new L.A. locations

July 12, 2016

Dunkin' Donuts has announced the signing of a multi-store unit agreement with franchisee Precision Hospitality & Development, implementing eight new…