Operations News & Media
Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream has cool concept ready for franchising
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream has a creative concept that puts customers squarely in the middle of the creation process. The eight-unit company plans to franchise…
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Restaurant gift card sales up in 2021, still down over 2019
February 8, 2022
Restaurant gift card sales were up 22% in 2021, compared to 2020, but still down 13% than 2019, according to Paytronix's Restaurant Gift Gard Sales Report 2022.
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Yum Brands, UofL, Howard University launch Yum Franchise Accelerator
February 4, 2022
Yum Brands Inc. is partnering with the University of Louisville and Howard University to launch the Yum Franchise Accelerator, a one-of-a-kind MBA elective…
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Wetzel's Pretzels opens bakery kiosk in Macy’s store
February 3, 2022
Macy's South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa, California, is home to a Wetzel's Pretzels location, according to a press release.
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Subway releases digital-exclusive menu
February 3, 2022
Subway has introduced a line of menu items called The Vault, available exclusively on the Subway app and Subway.com.
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Lunchbox raises $50M in funding
February 2, 2022
DoorDash, Sweetgreen and &pizza have invested in the company.
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Consumer spending, restaurant visits rose in 2021
February 2, 2022
Consumer spending at restaurants grew by 16% in 2021 compared to a year ago when spending declined by 12% and was 2% above the pre-pandemic year ending…
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White Castle official sponsor of USA Luge team
February 2, 2022
White Castle is an official sponsor of USA Luge and the title sponsor of the organization's off-season recruitment program, the White Castle USA Luge Slider…
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Krispy Kreme doling out donuts for blood donations
January 24, 2022
With the nation facing a blood shortage crisis, Krispy Kreme is offering a free original glazed dozen donuts to those who donate blood. January is National…
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Popeyes to open in Halfmoon, NY
January 24, 2022
The Popeyes in Halfmoon, New York will open Jan. 28, according to a report in The Saratogian. The restaurant, at 483 Route 146 in Halfmoon, is in a newly…
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Foodservice industry to hit $4.1T by 2026
January 24, 2022
The global food service industry is projected to reach a size of $4.1 trillion by 2026, growing at a compound annual growth rate of 5.4%, according to a press…
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Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard CEO appearing on "Undercover Boss"
January 21, 2022
Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard CEO and President Linda L. Chadwick will be featured on the CBS show "Undercover Boss" airing Friday, Jan. 28…
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Is there an end in sight for The Great Resignation?
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Employees are leaving their positions in droves. What can operators do to keep their businesses fully manned?
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Del Taco opens Fresh Flex prototype in Orlando
January 20, 2022
Del Taco has opened its Fresh Flex prototype at 5260 US Hwy. 192 in Orlando, Florida. The move is part of the brand's "Menu of Venues" strategies, which allows…
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Pandemic causes PizzaLeah to pivot
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Leah Scurto opened her pizzeria, PizzaLeah, in Sonoma County, California just days before the COVID-19 pandemic shutdown hit the state. That caused Scurto to…
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Taco Bell launches Taco Bell Business School
January 19, 2022
Taco Bell has launched the Taco Bell Business School in conjunction with the Yum! Center for Global Franchise Excellence in partnership with the University of…
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Chick-Fil-A offering free food to heroes at store opening
January 19, 2022
The latest Chick-fil-A in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, is forgoing the traditional free food promotion for the first 100 customers.
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Rascal House adds 6th unit
January 14, 2022
Cleveland-based Rascal House has opened its sixth restaurant. The store is located at 7593 Mentor Avenue in Mentor, Ohio, according to a press release.
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Cinnaholic caps 2021 with 13 new locations, 62 franchise deals
January 14, 2022
Gourmet plant-based cinnamon roll brand Cinnaholic closed out 2021 with 13 new locations. The company plans to open 18 in early 2022 with a projected 25 slated…
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How Chick’nCone’s Instagrammable product wows franchisees
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Chick'nCone combines the best of both worlds: sweet and salty. The concept thrives on social media and has gained an instant following, making it an attractive…
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