Chip Cookies gears up for national expansion

August 19, 2022

Provo, Utah-based Chip Cookies, a gourmet cookie delivery company, plans to expand across the country through franchising, according to a press release.

The Original Rainbow Cone franchising after 96 years

The Original Rainbow Cone is a Chigaco-based line of ice cream shops. Now on its third generation of ownership, the granddaughter of the founder is ready to…

Taco Bell tests plant-based protein in Birmingham

August 18, 2022

Taco Bell is testing a proprietary plant-based protein in Birmingham, Alabama, according to a press release.

Wendy's unveils next-gen concept

August 17, 2022

Wendy's has unveiled a new global restaurant design dubbed Global Next Gen. The design will enhance customer, crew and digital experiences and is set to roll…

Jack in the Box creates incentive program for multi-unit franchisees

August 17, 2022

Jack in the Box has created an incentive program for multi-unit franchisees offering financial benefits to those who enter into a minimum three-unit…

Baskin-Robbins inks deal for 25 units in Canada

August 17, 2022

Baskin-Robbins has entered into a deal with franchise operator McMaster Group Holdings for 25 shops in the Vancouver and Calgary, Canada markets, according to…

Wetzel's Pretzels opens co-branded unit with beverage company Thirst

August 16, 2022

Wetzel's Pretzels has teamed up with Thirst, a Utah-based beverage company, to open a co-branded location in St. George, Utah. It's the duo's first drive-thru…

A&W Teams Up with Jolt to Streamline Operations

A&W Restaurants has partnered with Jolt Software, the leader in digital food safety and operations execution software, for checklist, employee communication…

Checkers & Rally’s continues 2022 momentum with development deals

August 15, 2022

Checkers & Rally's announced its strong momentum in the first half of 2022, with 32 signed franchise and multi-unit development agreements representing a…

White Castle opens Coney Island location

August 15, 2022

White Castle has expanded in New York City with a restaurant on Coney Island, according to a press release.

White Castle to expand Arizona footprint

August 15, 2022

White Castle plans to open a second Arizona location, this time in Tempe. The new restaurant is expected to open in the first half of 2023 and will create 6…

How an unattended front of house can help ease labor woes

by Dinesh Saparamadu — CEO, Applova Inc.

Combatting the labor crisis has proven to be expensive for QSRs. Restaurant technology has evolved to such an extent that it is now possible for a QSR to have…

California-based Epic Wings to open first Florida location

August 12, 2022

Epic Wings will open its first Florida location in Clearwater, Florida, according to a press release.

Jollibee to open flagship location in Times Square

August 12, 2022

Jollibee will open a its flagship restaurant in Times Square in New York City on Aug. 18, according to a press release.

Carl's Jr. named partner of Los Angeles Rams

August 12, 2022

Carl's Jr. has been named a partner for the Los Angeles Rams for the 2022 season, according to a press release.

Taco Bell franchisee to open Parkville, Missouri location

August 12, 2022

Taco Bell will open its Parkville, Missouri, restaurant with a grand opening on Aug. 19. The unit opens at 7.a.m. and the first 100 guests will receive a free…

US Foods improves Q2 2022 results

August 12, 2022

US Foods Holding Corp. improved its sales and earnings for Q2 2022 against the prior year period, exceeding analysts' revenue expectations, according to a…

McDonald’s reopening Ukraine stores in coming months

August 11, 2022

McDonald's Corp., which shuttered all stores in Russia and Ukraine this past spring due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, is planning to reopen its Ukraine…

Fast Casual Hall of Fame inductees include Fazoli's, Panera Bread, Native Brand leaders

Fazoli's former CEO Carl Howard, Native Foods CEO Carin Stutz and Blaine Hurst, former Panera Bread CEO, make up the inaugural class of the Fast Casual Hall of…

Taco Bueno expands in Texas

August 11, 2022

Taco Bueno has opened in Rosenberg, Texas. The new restaurant authentic décor focuses on the brand's fresh ingredients and high quality Tex-Mex with its…