Applebee’s Parent To Buy Fuzzy’s Taco Shop

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Dine Brands is acquiring the 138-unit fast-casual concept Fuzzy’s Taco Shop from NRD Capital Management for $80 million.

California Pizza Kitchen Appoints New CEO

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Jeff Warne brings over 23 years of C-suite experience in the restaurant industry to the CEO role.

Restaurant Industry Posts Solid Employment Gains in November

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The restaurant industry continues to build its workforce at a slow but steady pace, with November marking the 23rd consecutive month of employment growth.

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.