EDMONTON, ALBERTA – In a strategic move that bridges the gap between traditional Southern hospitality and modern retail mega-destinations, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has announced its official entry into the world-renowned West Edmonton Mall (WEM). The grand opening, scheduled for Friday, June 26, marks a significant milestone for the Dallas-based franchise as it solidifies its footprint […]

SLEEPY HOLLOW, NY – In a move that signals the next phase of the Hudson Valley’s culinary and economic transformation, Biddle Real Estate Ventures (BREV) and PCD Development have officially announced the availability of a premier waterfront restaurant space at The Daymark. Located within the award-winning, 70-acre Edge-on-Hudson mixed-use community, the offering represents one of […]

ATHENS, GA — In a move that solidifies its executive leadership as it embarks on a transformative period of national expansion, Zaxbys, the premium quick-service restaurant (QSR) chain renowned for its chicken fingers and wings, has officially named Russell Holland as its permanent Chief Development Officer (CDO). Holland, a veteran of the real estate and […]

FORT WALTON BEACH, FL – In a move that signals a significant evolution for one of the Gulf Coast’s most storied hospitality destinations, The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach has officially announced the opening of its latest culinary flagship: Sea Oats Kitchen & Bar. Launched on June 10, the new establishment represents a comprehensive […]

SYDNEY, Australia – As the second half of 2026 approaches, the Australian Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) landscape is witnessing a fundamental shift in consumer behavior. Nowhere is this more evident than at KFC Australia, where the traditional "impulse buy" at the counter is being replaced by a calculated, digitally-driven "strategic dining" model. New data and […]

SAN ANTONIO, TX – In a move that signals a paradigm shift for the health-conscious fast-casual sector, Fork to Fit Kitchen has officially announced the signing of its first multi-unit development agreement. This milestone marks the brand’s strategic entry into the San Antonio market and serves as the opening salvo in an aggressive national expansion […]

HOUSTON, TX — In a move designed to streamline operations while maximizing the distinct strengths of its diverse portfolio, SPB Hospitality has officially launched the "SPB Playbook." Announced by CEO GJ Hart, this comprehensive operational framework marks a pivotal shift in how the hospitality giant manages its wide-reaching assets, ranging from the iconic quick-service slider […]

HOUSTON, TX — In a move designed to streamline operations while fueling aggressive domestic expansion, SPB Hospitality has officially launched the "SPB Playbook." This comprehensive operational framework, announced by CEO GJ Hart on Thursday, June 5, 2026, signals a transformative era for the multi-concept operator. Under the new strategy, the company will manage its iconic […]

June 5, 2026 — Across the United States, the morning air is thick with the scent of yeast, sugar, and frying dough. National Donut Day has arrived, marking its annual return on the first Friday of June. What began nearly a century ago as a humble gesture of gratitude for wartime service has evolved into […]

In the hyper-competitive landscape of the fast-casual dining industry, few brands have matched the explosive growth trajectory of Dave’s Hot Chicken. Founded in a parking lot in East Hollywood in 2017, the brand has transformed into a global phenomenon, fueled not only by its signature spice blends but by a calculated, multi-year technological overhaul known […]