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Kültee Kaviar Gives Restaurants Fun, Trendy Way to Delight Guests

With its satisfying pop of texture and exceptional taste, Kültee Kaviar is the popping boba quickly becoming a cult favorite. This fun and elevated ingredient from Zentis, the leading supplier of high-quality, locally made boba, adds an Instagrammable wow-factor to all types of dishes, from cocktails to desserts. The chef-driven product is a must-have for restaurants, bars, cafés and chains looking to create […]

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Fast Casual, Food, Marketing & Promotions, Menu Innovations, News

Parlor Doughnuts Launches Limited-Time Spring Lineup

Spring just got sweeter. March 3, 2026 until April 26, 2026, Parlor Doughnuts, the emerging doughnut chain which just celebrated its 100th location nationwide, launches its limited spring seasonal lineup. The Fresh Picked Dozen flavors are for brighter days, combining classics like Lemon Bar and Strawberry Shortcake, with two new flavors, Honey Pistachio and Blueberry […]

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Finance, News, Technology

Slang AI Receives $36M in Growth Funding

Slang AI, the first and leading AI platform purpose-built for hospitality, announced that it has secured $36 million in Series B funding led by US Venture Partners (USVP), bringing the company’s total funding to $68 million. The round includes $28M of equity and $8M of debt. Thayer Investment Partners and former Stripe COO Claire Hughes […]

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Fast Casual, Growth, News

City Barbeque Opens in Rock Hill, South Carolina

After 25 years of smoking meats low and slow, City Barbeque is opening its doors in Rock Hill. The new joint, located at 5001 Old York Road near Walmart Supercenter, will begin serving guests on March 2. Meats are smoked daily over hickory wood, sides are made from scratch, and desserts are prepared fresh each morning—just as […]

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Fast Casual, Growth, News

Raising Cane’s to Enter Four New Markets in March

Raising Cane’s is expanding into four brand-new markets this March including Ocala, Fla.; Birmingham, Ala.; and Coeur d’Alene and Chubbock, Idaho, as part of its ongoing 2026 growth plans. The Brand is excited to introduce these communities to Cane’s ONE LOVE — Craveable Chicken Finger Meals. In addition to these new market entries, Raising Cane’s will […]

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Beverage, Marketing & Promotions, Menu Innovations, News

Black Rock Coffee Bar Creates New Dirty Drink with Olipop

Black Rock Coffee Bar, founded in Oregon and known for its premium roasted coffees, teas, smoothies, and flavorful Fuel Energy drinks, is teaming up with functional soda brand OLIPOP, the innovative brand reimagining soda with high fiber and just 2–5 grams of sugar per can, to introduce a limited-time Dirty Pop offering. Available March 1 through April 30, […]

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Fast Casual, Marketing & Promotions, News

Tijuana Flats to Let Kids Eat Free Every Sunday in March

Spring Break just got a bold upgrade. This March, Tijuana Flats is inviting families to turn Sundays into flavor-packed celebrations with Kids Eat Free Sundays, running March 1–29 (five consecutive Sundays). Each Sunday in March, kids 12 and under receive a free Kids Meal with the purchase of an adult entrée. The offer is valid for dine-in, […]

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Beverage, Marketing & Promotions, Menu Innovations, News

Dutch Bros Releases New Childhood-Inspired Drinks

Recess starts now at Dutch Bros with three new, childhood-inspired drinks! Throw it back to the good ol’ days with the Brown Butter Chocolate Chip, Fruit Punch with a Sour Candy Straw and Kool Blue, now available at all 1,136+ Dutch Bros locations, while supplies last! “This epic drink trio is a time capsule of nostalgic flavors,” said Tana […]

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Fast Casual, Growth, News

Ono Hawaiian BBQ Opens in Escondido, California

Ono Hawaiian BBQ is officially opening its first San Diego County location with a new restaurant in Escondido, marking the family-owned brand’s long-anticipated debut in the San Diego market. The new location will be hosting its Grand Opening Luau on Friday, February 27, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Located at 555 West Mission […]

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Emerging Concepts, Fast Casual, Growth, News

New Soft Serve Concept Banana Daddy Opens in Miami

Miami, meet your newest sugar daddy—Banana Daddy, that is. The city’s most tempting soft-serve concept officially opens its first storefront in Midtown Miami (3415 NE 1st Ave), bringing elevated treats, clean ingredients, unapologetic indulgence, and a whole lot of Big Banana Energy. Founded by two Miami couples, Tom Favorule & Jordan Frey and Chris & Emily Campbell, Banana Daddy serves banana- and coconut-based soft serve made entirely from […]

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