Kyuramen and The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill round out the top three emerging chains.
The hiring of Blas Escarcega and a fresh fast-casual prototype will help the global brand expand its reach.
Amanda Hyde talks with FER about how she sees the more than 90-year-old QSR brand evolving in 2026 and beyond.
Ward has a background in national account management and business development at ITW FEG, Franke and U.S. Foodservice.
Shaquille O’Neal’s concept has launched stores in Honduras’ San Pedro Sula and La Ceiba.
PSS, founded in the early 2000s, will continue to be led by General Manager Angie Hager‑Grant and Operations Manager Frank Soto under Tech24’s umbrella.
The Italian casual dining brand has added an expansive bar and an enhanced beverage lineup of cocktails, wines and draft beers. An open kitchen and outdoor patio add to the ‘polished everyday’ vibe.
Formerly the chief development officer of Miller’s Ale House, the new hire joins Portillo’s in the same role.
The manufacturers’ rep firm has hired Ashley Moore as sales operations specialist and coordinator, based in Cincinnati.
Rotisol’s equipment—used by restaurants, supermarkets, hotels and culinary institutions in over 115 countries—is produced in Europe and distributed worldwide.
Tariffs and regulatory compliance burdens mark key challenges across the $17B foodservice equipment and supplies industry.
The new hire ‘formalizes Boelter’s ongoing investment in structured, high-value consultant support across all projects and markets.’