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Better Earth to Unveil Touch-Free Cutlery Solutions at National Restaurant Association Show

 Better Earth, a leader in BPI-certified compostable foodservice packaging, will highlight its latest innovations in touch-free dispensing and compostable cutlery solutions at the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show. Attendees can visit Booth 3582 in the South Building to experience both the company’s Touch-Free Cutlery Dispenser platform and its expanding portfolio of high-performance compostable cutlery options.  […]

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Fast Casual, Franchising, Growth, News

Pokeworks Continues Expansion in Greater Boston Area

Pokeworks, the largest and fastest-growing fast-casual poke brand known for its fresh, customizable offerings, is continuing its expansion across Greater Boston, led by multi-unit franchise partners Rong Cong and Lelin Kandel. After signing a seven-unit development deal with the brand in 2024, the duo has established a strong development pipeline with two new openings, additional locations underway, and […]

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Fast Casual, Fast Food, Menu Innovations, News, Outside Insights, Story

Is Your Restaurant Ready to Optimize Menu Communications?

Whether your menu communications are menuboards, kiosks, web-based, or mobile app, we all know that menu communications should be well-executed (attractively designed, easy to read, informative). That’s a given. And while these basics are very important, they don’t make the difference between getting improved results and getting superior business results. It’s critical that you first […]

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Beverage, Marketing & Promotions, Menu Innovations, News

PJ’s Coffee Launches Summer Drinks with Tropical and Energy Boost Twist

PJ’s Coffee is welcoming summer with a vivacious lineup that pairs a fruit-forward refresher with an indulgent energy boost, alongside one of the brand’s most beloved New Orleans-inspired drinks: Southern Wedding Cake. Available May 6 through Aug. 4, the two limited-time offerings layer bold flavors with contrasting textures and functional energy to create drinks that go […]

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Fast Casual, Marketing & Promotions, News

FUSIAN Unveils First Major Rebrand in 16 Years

After 16 years of making sushi your way, FUSIAN has a new look to match. While the brand continues to highlight its build-your-own format, guided by its “Sushi For You” mantra, the update reinforces its focus on customization and ingredient quality, supported by more defined and recognizable visuals. The menu builds on its fan-favorite large-format rolls, Asian […]

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Emerging Concepts, Fast Casual, Franchising, Growth, News, pizza

Timber Pizza Co. Inks Deal to Expand in Atlanta Metro Area

Timber Pizza Co., the award-winning, neighborhood-oriented pizza brand, has signed a new franchise development deal to bring its signature pies to the Atlanta metro area. The agreement includes plans for two locations, officially marking the brand’s entry into the Georgia market as it continues its strategic expansion across the Southeast. The first location is slated for […]

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Fast Casual, Growth, News

Nick the Greek Comes to Tracy, California

Nick the Greek, a national chain serving up authentic Greek street food, is now open in Tracy, California, marking its second location in San Joaquin County. The new restaurant brings the brand’s signature menu of pitas, bowls and salads to the bustling and growing community situated between the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento and the […]

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Fast Casual, Franchising, Growth, News

Playa Bowls Opens 400th Shop in Virginia Beach

Playa Bowls, the vibrant superfruit bowl and smoothie shop rooted in a love for the ocean, shaped by surf culture, and built on fresh, high-quality ingredients, is celebrating a major milestone with the debut of its 400th shop on Friday, May 15, at Atlantic Park in Virginia Beach. Located at 1900 Pacific Ave., Suite 146, […]

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