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Tom Cat’s Semolina Filone

Tom Cat’s Semolina Filone
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Thu, 02/12/2026 – 12:19

I’ve always meant to make this bread since David Snyder posted his interpretation of the yeast instructions. I’m so glad I turned a page in my loo…

Fast Casual, Fast Food, News, Story

CEO to CEO: A&W Restaurants’ Betsy Schmandt and Kilwins’ Brian Britton

In this episode of CEO to CEO: Behind the Counter, we hand the mic over to A&W Restaurants’ CEO Betsy Schmandt and Kilwins’ CEO Brian Britton. They discuss life overseeing two of the country’s most-iconic foodservice brands, what it’s taking to win over customers with experience and service, and how restaurant leaders can inspire growth […]

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Fast Casual, News

Aroma Joe’s Announces Opening in Cape Coral, Florida

Aroma Joe’s announced the opening of its newest location at 4320 Del Prado Blvd. in Cape Coral, Florida. The newly built, 1,500-square-foot drive-thru and coffee house location expands the brand’s footprint in Florida – one of its growth markets – and reinforces its commitment to serving local communities with positivity, passion, and exceptional coffee. The […]

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Burgers, Fast Food, Growth, News

White Castle Opens at Southwest Florida International Airport

White Castle, the family-owned fast-food pioneer and the first chain to bring its restaurant Sliders to retail freezer aisles, is expanding its on-the-go footprint with a new automated kiosk at Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW), meeting travelers where and when cravings strike. Travelers passing through the greater Fort Myers area can now enjoy freshly heated, […]

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Burgers, Fast Food, Finance, Marketing & Promotions, News, Story

McDonald’s Maniacal Focus on Value Leads to Surging Sales

McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski re-emphasized to investors Wednesday evening that the brand refuses to “get beat on value and affordability” and that “It’s in our DNA.” The burger giant’s recent financial results back up his message. In the fourth quarter, thanks to clear-cut value messaging and significant marketing campaigns, the chain saw the highest quarterly […]

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Burgers, Fast Casual, Franchising, Growth, News, Story

Savvy Sliders Finds Big Opportunity in Small Burgers

Happy Group COO Sonny Asker likes to describe Savvy Sliders as a “disruptive” concept. Since its founding in 2018, the fast casual has opened 57 restaurants, and there are 60 more units in development. The brand was born out of Michigan, but has spread to existing/upcoming markets like Illinois, Nevada, Indiana, Florida, Texas, North Carolina, […]

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Fast Casual, Fast Food, Franchising, News, Story

Tips to Successfully Build and Scale a Restaurant Franchise

A recent International Franchise Association report shows that franchising continues to have a substantial, positive impact on the U.S. economy. The restaurant industry has always been fertile ground for franchise success. Restauranteurs looking to expand their concept should consider franchising as an option. Franchising a restaurant concept can offer significant benefits, including new revenue streams, […]

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Fast Casual, Growth, News

Original ChopShop to Open in Fort Worth Medical District

Original ChopShop, the feel good fast-casual concept known for its expansive, diverse menu of customizable bowls, salads, sandwiches and more, will open its newest Fort Worth Shop at 105 E. Pennsylvania Ave. in late March 2026. Festivities kick off at 10 a.m., welcoming the first 75 guests in line with a ChopShop tote bag when they […]

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Beverage, Growth, News

Black Rock Coffee Bar to Open Near Downtown Austin

Black Rock Coffee Bar is expanding its presence into the heart of Austin with the opening of its first location along the Riverside corridor within city limits. The new location brings the brand’s premium roasted coffees and popular Fuel energy drinks to the trendy neighborhood. The new East Riverside location at 2301 E Riverside Dr, Austin, […]

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