The latest deal with Chaac Foods Restaurants is the second major franchise development this year for the Southern chicken chain.
The chain will test alternatives to eight of its most-used, guest-facing items as part of a pilot program while also expanding its test markets for reusables.
The brands believe the newly combined company will be well-positioned to take advantage of “pent-up demand, setting the stage for long-term growth.”
Cleveland-based foodservice equipment distributor Kappus acquired fellow Ohio distributor Remagen on May 1.
Research firm Technomic shares its findings on consumer dining plans for this Mother’s Day.
Henry Gonzalez has served as a contractor for the fast-casual chain since the beginning of the year, but his foodservice industry roots run much deeper.
BSE North and Gabriel Group will represent the manufacturer across portions of MAFSI Region 2.
Donagh Herlihy, a former Bloomin’ Brands executive, is joining Subway, where he is expected to aid in an enhancement of the chain’s digital experience.
The National Restaurant Association’s latest Restaurant Performance Index, released April 30, experienced a 5% increase in March, to 105.1.
Steven Lokey of TWC Services sees carbonated water in all the wrong places.