Expansion Roundup: 4 Brands Build International Presence

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Here’s where Burger King, Popeyes, Arby’s and Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers are growing their footprints internationally.

Canada-Based Foodtastic Acquires Quesada  

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The quick-service brand Quesada Burritos and Tacos spans over 175 locations in eight Canadian provinces.

Easy Ice Acquires Two Ice Machine Leasing Companies

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Easy Ice acquires DeMotte, Ind.-based Polar Ice Systems and Lakeside, Calif.-based Cube Aire Refrigeration.

Jeremiah’s Italian Ice Debuts New Ground-Up Prototype

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The Locust, N.C., store marks Jeremiah Italian Ice’s first freestanding location built from the ground up.

Bargreen Ellingson Acquires Advanced Chemical Solutions

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Bargreen Ellingson says the acquisition further signals its intent to make chemicals and leasing an integral division of the dealership.

Restaurant Performance Index Rises 0.8% in October

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The increase comes as operators reported their strongest same-store sales performance since June, and customer traffic readings improved slightly.

San Diego Bans Polystyrene Foam

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Restaurants soon will no longer be able to hand out Styrofoam food containers after San Diego became the latest city to say so long to polystyrene foam.

Get Up to Speed on High-Speed Oven Maintenance

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Read up on technicians’ tips to keep your high-speed oven moving right along.

2023 State of the Foodservice Industry

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Continued menu price inflation, a changing B&I industry and recession probability top forecasters’ 2023 watchlists.

The NAFEM Show 2023: It’s A Date

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As the calendar turns, The NAFEM Show details continue to take form.