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franchising
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Shawarma Press Opens First Kansas Location
Shawarma Press is steadily expanding with brick-and-mortar franchise locations and digital kitchen concepts.
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Peer to Peer: Jim Nussbaum and Mark Greenblatt, CEO and President of Barry Bagels Franchise Holdings
Barry Bagels CEO Jim Nussbaum and President Mark Greenblatt discuss this approach and how the company aligns its interests with those of its franchisees.
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The White “Castle of Tomorrow” Opens in Ohio
White Castle unveiled its “Castle of Tomorrow” prototype in Columbus, Ohio, on a site that has hosted generations of diners — it’s been a White Castle location for 40 years.
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Barry Bagels Enters Iowa
Barry Bagels signed a 20-store development agreement for the state of Iowa.
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bite-sized buzz for August 2025
Cracker Barrel says nvm to new logo, a look at some sugar-sweet branding and the entire rd+d team wonders how its digital editor will make this newsletter about Taylor Swift. Let's find out!
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From Las Vegas to Phoenix: Zaxbys Spreads West
Zaxbys is taking its Modern Farmhouse prototype deeper into the West, debuting its first Arizona restaurant in Phoenix just months after a splashy Las Vegas opening.
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Peer to Peer: John Ramsay, Taco Cabana
John Ramsay, Taco Cabana’s director of franchise sales and development, recently spoke with rd+d about the new prototype, the chain’s franchising strategy and what excites him about the restaurant industry today.
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Twisted Egg Shack Expands into Three New Markets
Twisted Egg Shack, a new breakfast, brunch and lunch concept, signed two franchise agreements, entering the brand into three new markets.
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Bread & Vine Signs Its First Three Franchise Agreements
Illinois-based fast-casual restaurant Bread & Vine will expand nationwide thanks to the signing of three new franchise agreements.
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Chipotle Prepares to Enter Mexico
Chipotle Mexican Grill will open restaurants in Mexico for the first time.
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JINYA to Open First Michigan Location
JINYA Ramen Bar is set to bring its authentic ramen experience to Michigan with the opening of its first location in Royal Oak.
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Mr Brews Expands into Arkansas
Mr Brews Taphouse is officially open for business in the Natural State.
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Dog Haus Enters Ohio and Arkansas
Dog Haus signed a five-unit franchise agreement to enter Ohio and Arkansas.
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Pepper Lunch Expands to Hawaii
Pepper Lunch’s latest franchise agreement will bring the fast-growing fast-casual chain to Hawaii.
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Captain D's to Open First European Store
Captain D's will open the first location of its 20-unit franchise agreement in the United Kingdom.
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Out of the Shark Tank, into the Frying Pan
Buena Papa Fry Bar, which was featured on ABC's Shark Tank, has entered the New York market with its new franchise location.
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Project Profile: Bar Louie
This polished-casual concept used extensive consumer feedback to create a brighter, more open space designed to turn customers into regulars.
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The Great Greek Opens First New Hampshire Unit
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill opened a new location in Manchester, New Hampshire. This is the fast-casual eatery’s first unit in the state.
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bite-sized buzz for November 2024
A development deal will bring cannabis-themed subs to Virginia. Plus, employees at two Amazon distribution centers will soon get the opportunity to buy pizza fresh from the vending machine. Here are some stories from the editor’s desk this month.
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Pennsylvania Gets Greek
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill has opened its first Pennsylvania location in Center Valley.
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Bad Ass Coffee Expands into South Carolina
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii will open three new units in South Carolina, with the brand’s Rock Hill location being its first in the state.
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Little Caesars Enters Cambodia
Little Caesars opened its first Cambodian location on the island of Koh Pich this month.
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Desert Donuts Enters Colorado
Arizona-based dessert shop Desert Donuts has opened its first-ever franchise location in Greenwood Village, Colo.
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bite-sized buzz for October 2024
Mo’ Bettahs Hawaiian Style Food gets new owners and Stoner's Pizza opens its 50th location. Here are some more interesting stories that came across the editor’s desk this month.
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Teriyaki Madness Enters Wyoming
Teriyaki Madness signed a 3-unit franchise agreement in Wyoming. This will mark the brand’s first locations in the state.
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How to Grow to 100 Units
As brands grow, challenges emerge as they reach certain milestones.
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Toastique Breaks into Two New Markets
Toastique has expanded into Kansas with its first location set to open in Wichita this fall. Additionally, the brand has opened its first Los Angeles location.
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bite-sized buzz for July 2024
A roundup of interesting bits of news that came across the editor’s desk in the last month including fresh prototype designs and JAY-Z's VIP-only pop-up.
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bite-sized buzz for April 2024
A round-up of interesting bits of news that came across the editor’s desk, including franchise news and milestones.
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bite-sized buzz for March 2024
A round-up of interesting bits of news that came across the editor’s desk, including franchise news and milestones. Plus, Dave’s Hot Chicken gets an investment from Ursher, baby.