The landscape of the American Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) industry has become increasingly polarized. While legacy giants grapple with shifting consumer sentiment and price sensitivity, a new guard of high-growth, culture-centric brands is carving out a dominant market share. At the forefront of this movement is Dutch Bros, the Oregon-founded drive-thru coffee titan. In the […]

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – In an era where the American pizza landscape is more competitive than ever, one brand has managed to capture the collective palate of the nation for two years running. Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza & Wings, the Florida-born concept known for its high-heat artisan approach, has been officially named the Best National […]

EAU CLAIRE, WI – In a move signaling a robust commitment to operational excellence and franchise expansion, Erbert & Gerbert’s, the Midwest-born sandwich powerhouse, has officially announced the appointment of Randy Ashbrook as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). Ashbrook, a seasoned executive with a career spanning more than four decades, joins the leadership team […]

CARROLLTON, TX – In a move that signals a significant deepening of its footprint within the competitive North Texas dessert market, Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard has announced the grand opening of its newest location in Carrollton. This opening represents a cornerstone of the brand’s 2026 aggressive expansion strategy, specifically targeting the Dallas-Fort Worth […]

Main Facts: A Bold Expansion in an Era of Contraction In an era where the quick-service restaurant (QSR) industry is increasingly defined by "express" windows, ghost kitchens, and digitized, frictionless transactions, A&W Restaurants is charting a diametrically opposed course. According to the company’s 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), the heritage brand has unveiled a new […]

As the brand expands its footprint across 28 locations in multiple states—including strategic entries into high-traffic airport hubs—it remains anchored by the founding philosophy of its creator, the late Rusty Fenton: "Great tacos don’t have to be complicated." This commitment to unpretentious, high-quality street-style tacos has allowed the brand to navigate the volatile shifts of […]

Mallory Scyphers | August 20, 2026 This article is from: Web Exclusive On taking lessons from radically traditional farming On site at White Oak Pastures. Photographed by Mallory Scyphers. ## The Radical Return: Lessons for Artisan Cheese from White Oak Pastures **Bluffton, Georgia** – In the heart of rural Georgia, within a historic courtroom repurposed […]

SAN DIEGO — In a move signaling a desperate quest for a marketing resurgence, Jack in the Box Inc. has announced the appointment of Taylor Montgomery, a former high-ranking executive at Yum Brands’ Taco Bell, as its new President. The appointment, effective immediately, positions Montgomery as the presumptive successor to the CEO role as the […]

Scheduled for Thursday, September 10, 2026, at 5:30 p.m., the event marks the formal inauguration of one of the largest "eatertainment" venues in South Carolina. Located at the Myrtle Beach Mall, the 50,000-square-foot facility represents a significant investment in the region’s tourism and entertainment infrastructure, blending destination dining with state-of-the-art gaming and social recreation. I. […]

MENDOTA HEIGHTS, MN – The regional culinary landscape of the Twin Cities is set to welcome a nostalgic powerhouse as Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream officially announces the grand opening of its newest location in Mendota Heights. Scheduled to open its doors on Monday, August 31, the brand-new establishment at 750 Main St., Suite […]