In a move that signals a seismic shift in the global fast-food landscape, Yum Brands has officially announced a $2.7 billion deal to sell its storied but struggling Pizza Hut brand. The transaction, split between two primary buyers, marks the end of an era for the conglomerate that has long balanced the "Big Three" of […]

The casual dining landscape is witnessing the end of an era as On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina, once the undisputed titan of the Tex-Mex segment, collapses into Chapter 7 bankruptcy. This marks the brand’s second bankruptcy filing in just over a year, signaling a definitive conclusion to its corporate-owned operations and leaving the […]

NOLENSVILLE, TN – Mountain Mike’s Pizza, a premier name in the family-style pizza industry for nearly half a century, has officially announced its entry into the Tennessee market. The opening of its newest restaurant in Nolensville marks a significant chapter in the brand’s history, representing its debut in a 12th U.S. state and a strategic […]

ANN ARBOR, MI — In a move that signals both continuity and a bold new chapter for the world’s largest pizza company, Domino’s Pizza Inc. announced on June 22, 2026, a comprehensive leadership succession plan. Russell Weiner, who has served as the company’s Chief Executive Officer since 2022, will retire from the top post effective […]

HOUSTON, TX – In a move that signals a seismic shift in the casual dining landscape, OTB Hospitality, the operating entity behind the company-owned locations of the iconic On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina, has officially filed for voluntary liquidation under Chapter 7 of the United States Bankruptcy Code. The filing, submitted on June […]

LAKE FOREST, CA – Del Taco, the nation’s second-largest Mexican quick-service restaurant chain by unit count, has officially announced the return of one of its most highly anticipated seasonal proteins: slow-cooked Pork Carnitas. In a strategic move to capture the summer dining market, the brand is not only bringing back fan-favorite staples but is also […]

The intersection of professional sports and the quick-service restaurant (QSR) industry has long been a fertile ground for innovative marketing, but few partnerships carry as much regional weight as the collaboration between the Atlanta Braves and Krystal. This summer, the two Southern institutions have solidified their bond through a high-stakes, performance-based promotion titled "Braves Score […]

SAN ANTONIO, TX – The landscape of the San Antonio culinary scene is set for a significant transformation this August. Sixty Vines, the acclaimed wine-country-inspired restaurant brand, has officially announced the opening of its newest location at The Shops at La Cantera. Scheduled to welcome guests on Monday, August 10, the establishment promises to redefine […]

In the high-stakes ecosystem of the hospitality industry, the relationship between a restaurant owner and their primary food distributor is often described as the "lifeline" of the business. However, according to industry veterans and performance coaches, this lifeline can quickly become a noose if not managed with clinical, data-driven precision. The prevailing narrative among independent […]

DALLAS, TX – In the hyper-competitive landscape of global fast-casual dining, few brands have managed to capture the cultural zeitgeist and consumer palate as effectively as Bonchon. The South Korean-born fried chicken sensation, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, has announced a series of major milestones that signal its transition from a cult favorite to a dominant […]