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Tijuana Flats relaunches franchising
Under the ownership of Latitude Food Group, the 100-unit fast casual chain will partner with operators to open new units and refranchise select corporate stores. Dive Brief: Tijuana Flats has relaunched franchising over a year after it emerged from bankruptcy and about six months after &pizza acquired the chain and formed Latitude Food Group, according…
Read MoreDog Haus appoints two Jersey Mike’s franchisees to C-suite positions
The fast-casual chain is boosting its leadership with experienced franchise operators. The new execs have also pledged to open 50 Dog Haus units as franchisees themselves. Dog Haus is moving into the next phase of its ground-breaking plan to rethink franchising as we know it. The Pasadena, California-based fast-casual chain on Thursday announced that two…
Read MoreRising Fuel Costs Drive New Margin Pressures for QSR Operators
Operators are confronting a less predictable cost pressure that can ripple through delivery economics, supply chains, consumer spending habits, and restaurant margins. For the past several years, QSR operators have dealt with rising inflation. As food, labor, and occupancy costs have grown, QSRs have had to stay disciplined on pricing, efficiency, and margins. That pressure…
Read MoreClover Food Lab shuts down as the plant-based meat trend fades
The 11-unit Massachusetts-based chain, which had been looking for a buyer, is closing its locations on Thursday, two years after it emerged from bankruptcy. Another plant-based chain is shutting down. Clover Food Labs which two years ago emerged from bankruptcy with a vow to grow rapidly across New England, is closing its remaining 11 restaurants…
Read MoreDairy Queen is giving cash to franchisees that open new locations
The new program gives operators $150,000 in cash to franchisees that open one of its Grill & Chill location on time Want to open a Dairy Queen? The brand will give you cash. The Minneapolis-based treat chain said on Wednesday announced a new incentive program, giving franchisees who open one of the brand’s Grill &…
Read MoreTommy Bahama’s restaurants are thriving, on and off the beach
The clothing company has carved out a unique niche in casual dining with its combination of retail stores and restaurants that offer customers a sense of escape. When most people think of Tommy Bahama, they probably picture Hawaiian-print shirts, Panama hats and polos with the little marlin logo. But the island-chic clothing brand also runs…
Read MoreAli Group Announces Leadership Appointments Across Ali Group North America, BUNN and ACP
CHICAGO (April 29, 2026) — Ali Group, which operates in North America under the Welbilt brand, today announced a series of leadership appointments effective May 11, impacting its global organization and North American operations, including changes at Ali Group North America, BUNN and ACP, Inc. (ACP), which includes the Amana Commercial, Menumaster Commercial and XpressChef…
Read MoreGlobal Foodservice News — May 1, 2026
Industry Spotlight Ali Group Announces Leadership Appointments Across Ali Group North America, BUNN and ACP CHICAGO (April 29, 2026) — Ali Group, which operates in North America under the Welbilt brand, today announced a series of leadership appointments effective May 11, impacting its global organization and North American operations, including changes at Ali Group…
Read MoreVisible Cleaning: Redefining Food Service Standards
In today’s food service environment, cleanliness is no longer judged solely by what happens behind the scenes. Today, it is defined by what guests see and experience. Visible cleaning, backed by simple, standardized practices, has emerged as a powerful driver of customer perception, trust, and ultimately, business performance. This shift has been building for years…
Read MoreHow Commercial Cleaning Companies Meet Evolving Expectations
Businesses are increasingly examining what makes a commercial cleaning company different when selecting long-term service providers. As expectations evolve, cleaning providers are evaluated on more than basic service delivery. Factors such as consistency, communication, and accountability have become central to decision-making. Organizations are placing greater emphasis on partners who can align with their operational standards…
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