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strEATS Kitchen Driving Franchise Growth in New Markets – Fort Saskatchewan
Alberta's 6th strEATS Kitchen opens in Fort Saskatchewan - Westpark Centre North. - March 14, 2021 - strEATS Restaurants
Joey’s Celebrates Fish & Chips Season in Style with Massive OgopoJoe Fish Sandwich
9 years ago, Joey’s Seafood Restaurants declared the 40 days that follow Ash Wednesday as Fish & Chips Season, and ever since, have had a corner on the market across Canada. “It’s time again for a Joey’s Seafood favourite, their glorious Fish & Chips,” said... - March 07, 2021 - Joey's Seafood Restaurants
SelbySoft Releases Line Busting Options to Help Restaurants
SelbySoft, Inc. has released a line busting option designed to help pizza and coffee shop owners. - February 11, 2021 - SelbySoft, Inc.
Joey's Fish Shack Celebrating First Calgary Restaurant on Edmonton Trail
The home of Canada's Fish & Chips is opening a new Fish Shack. - February 10, 2021 - Joey's Only Franchising Ltd.
strEATS Kitchen Expands Into Edmonton and Delivers Despite Pandemic Challenges
As restaurants deal with dining room restrictions across Canada, strEATS Restaurants are quietly proving that Canadians love their food, any way they can get it, with the opening of their first Edmonton restaurant on February 1, 2021. “Edmonton food fans can easily download our app and save... - February 05, 2021 - strEATS Restaurants
SelbySoft Introduces an Updated Kitchen Monitor System
Kitchen Display Systems are a vital part of any restaurant kitchen. SelbySoft has released a new wireless version for the industry. - January 19, 2021 - SelbySoft, Inc.
Joey’s Seafood Restaurants Launches New Fish Shack Vision in Medicine Hat
One of Joey’s Seafood’s flagship restaurants has undergone a significant change that marks the re-imagining of Joey’s Restaurants across Canada. “Joey’s Only (1985) morphed into Joey’s Seafood in 2009 and now we’re becoming Joey’s Fish Shack,"... - November 01, 2020 - Joey's Seafood Restaurants
strEATS Kitchen Brings a Familiar Face to Calgary’s Beltline
Former CFL player and local Calgarian, Mike Klassen following in the family business. - October 23, 2020 - strEATS Restaurants
14-Year-Old Mason Wright Becomes Georgia’s Youngest Restaurant Owners
Mason Wright is a 14-year-old street chef who started his own hot dog business, Mason’s Super Dogs at 11 years old. Sold at birthday parties, festivals, and social events, Mason has quickly become one of Georgia’s youngest restaurant owners. - October 15, 2020 - Mason's Super Dogs
Boat Bistro, Inc. Announces the Launch of BoatBistro.com
Boat Bistro, Inc. is excited to announce the launch of BoatBistro.com. This user friendly website can be used by boaters on their smartphones to locate the closest restaurant with a boat dock. - October 05, 2020 - Boat Bistro, inc.
Riko's Thin Crust Pizza Expands Into New York with Grand Opening in Levittown
Riko’s Pizza announces the October 5 Grand Opening of their first franchise restaurant, located in Long Island’s Levittown, New York. This represents an expansion of the popular Connecticut-based restaurant, the official start of the brand’s franchise operations, and the first... - October 05, 2020 - Riko's Thin Crust Pizza
True Brew San Jose, Formerly Growler USA, a New Taphouse in San Jose"
True Brew San Jose is a taphouse and kitchen that offers a variety of food, craft beer and wine. - September 25, 2020 - True Brew San Jose
Jazz is Back in Metro Atlanta with Grand Opening of Vista Vibes Restaurant
A new southern cuisine restaurant that doubles as a live jazz music venue has opened in Metro Atlanta, Georgia. Live music nightly brings jazz back to the area, with late night weekends and Sunday brunch there is something for every food and jazz lover. - August 28, 2020 - Vista Vibes Restaurant
Calgary-Based Joey's Restaurants Opens New Restaurant in Edmonton Community of Ellerslie
Canada's favourite seafood restaurant chain going through a growth phase. - August 23, 2020 - Joey's Seafood Restaurants
Dogtown Pizza to Team Up with Crispy Edge
Dogtown Pizza is teaming up with Crispy Edge of Tower Grove South for a new, local collaboration on a frozen pizza potsticker dubbed The Dogtown. As of Tuesday, July 7, this item will be available in-store only, while supplies last. “Our latest collaboration is going to be an epic combo... - July 01, 2020 - Dogtown Pizza
strEATS Kitchen Launches Into Summer with Flavour-Filled Bowls
The Canadian fast-casual brand introduces Rice and Noodle Bowls appealing to all tastes. - June 27, 2020 - strEATS Restaurants
Joey’s Seafood Restaurants Hits One Out of the Park with Summer Beer Batter Promotion
Canada's largest Seafood Restaurant chain uses beer in its secret batter for the first time. - June 24, 2020 - Joey's Seafood Restaurants
Dogtown Pizza to Collaborate with Steve's Hot Dogs & Burgers
Dogtown Pizza is proud to announce a local collaboration with Steve's Hot Dogs & Burgers on a new hot dog called the Dogtown Pizza 4 Meat Dog - a smoked Nathan's dog topped with pepperoni, diced ham, bacon, pizza sauce, and pizza cheese. This item will be available for carryout and patio dining... - June 04, 2020 - Dogtown Pizza
Joey's Seafood Restaurants and Rapala Canada Team Up for Summer Photo and Video Fishing Contest
Enter your best catch during this Summer photo and video contest; Win great prizes - June 03, 2020 - Joey's Seafood Restaurants
Entertainment® Announces Nationwide Restaurant Rebound Program
All local restaurants will be eligible for completely free exposure on the Entertainment® mobile app as well as partner platforms to drive carry-out business now and promote ongoing business once the country has re-opened. - May 07, 2020 - Afin Technologies
StringCan Interactive Offers Free Marketing Support to Valley Restaurants
StringCan Interactive pledges marketing services to local businesses amid COVID-19 challenges. - April 23, 2020 - StringCan Interactive
Subway® Restaurants and Feeding America® Partner to Provide 15 Million Meals
For every Footlong purchased, Subway will donate a meal to Feeding America. - April 17, 2020 - Subway
Cocina Sabor Closes Its Doors for Two Weeks
Cocina Sabor Closed in Light of Recent COVID-19 Development in Belize - March 26, 2020 - Cocina Sabor
BEN Group Trust Announces CrazE4 Chicken Restaurant Grand Opening
Kansas-based organization, BEN Group Trust, announced today that their opening the first franchise of CrazE4 Chicken Restaurants (C4C) on April 6th, 2020, at 1009 E. 16th Street, Wellington, Kansas. C4C is an innovative fast casual dining restaurant that takes the best southern fried chicken with... - March 16, 2020 - CrazE4 Chicken
Subway® Appoints Mike Kappitt as Chief Operating and Insights Officer
Subway® restaurants announced today that Mike Kappitt has joined the company in a newly created role as Chief Operating and Insights Officer. Kappitt will lead Subway's ongoing efforts across its digital channels, including third-party delivery and catering, as well as oversee the company's... - March 10, 2020 - Subway
Woody’s Bar-B-Q® Debuts a Trio of Garden-Fresh Salads for a Limited Time
Classic Southern BBQ Franchise Company Suggests Three Tasty New Ways for Patrons to Eat Their Greens - March 05, 2020 - Woody's Bar-B-Q
Why Pick Just One Favorite Footlong? Subway® Makes It Easy to Get Your Hands on America's Favorite Subs with Buy One, Get One Free Offer
Get a Free Footlong when you buy any Footlong sandwich in the Subway App or online for a limited time only. - March 02, 2020 - Subway
Fish & Chips Season Brings the Promise of Great Seafood at Joey’s Restaurants
For 40 days from Feb 26 to April 10, seafood lover can dig into their Fish and Chips knowing they are doing the right thing. - March 01, 2020 - Joey's Seafood Restaurants
Two Unique Boutique Exercise Experiences Coming to Dellagio Town Center
PhysioFix and CYCLEBAR add to the Wellness and Beauty Lineup at Dellagio Town Center. - February 11, 2020 - Dellagio
Mobile Ordering App at Joey’s Helping Save Families Precious Time with Grab and Go
Joey’s Seafood Restaurants roll out of their new mobile ordering app is appealing to an increasing number of consumers with busy lifestyles craving convenience. “Between hectic lifestyles and long working hours, people are finding it more difficult to find time to cook,” said... - February 08, 2020 - Joey's Seafood Restaurants
Kids Coins for Sale at Joey’s Seafood Restaurants Starting in February
Joey's is selling kids coins as part of their new kids meal program. These coins are made of wood and are recyclable. - February 02, 2020 - Joey's Seafood Restaurants
Standing Up to Bullying at Joey’s Seafood Restaurants
Joey's is selling Pink "Be Brave" buttons in support of anti-bullying. - February 02, 2020 - Joey's Seafood Restaurants
Linga Signs Exclusive Deal with Geidea, Fastest Growing Payment Acquirer in Saudi Arabia
A major distribution agreement has been signed between Geidea, one of Saudi Arabia’s largest and fastest-growing providers of payment systems and Linga, the creators of the first complete cloud-based operating system for restaurants. The agreement will help the merchants to adapt to the new VAT requirements being introduced by the Saudi Arabian government and it will also increase the speed of payment acceptance drastically by increasing revenue and reducing operating cost. - January 23, 2020 - Linga
Norman Van Aken Announces New Restaurant Row Location
Reimagining the Anchor Space at Dellagio Town Center - January 23, 2020 - Dellagio
Thanksgiving Feast & Smoked Turkeys to Go at Weber Grill Restaurant
Weber Grill Restaurants will be open on Thanksgiving day in addition to offering Whole Turkeys prepared for pickup the day before and day of Thanksgiving. - November 20, 2019 - Weber Grill Restaurant
'Tis the Season: The Ultimate Cheesy Garlic Bread Returns
Subway introduces the NEW! Ultimate Steak, along with the Ultimate Meatball Marinara and Ultimate Spicy Italian. - November 18, 2019 - Subway
Subway Restaurants Names John Chidsey CEO
Subway Restaurants announced today that John Chidsey has been named Chief Executive Officer effective November 18, 2019. John's career as a global franchise executive and senior leader for some of the world's well-known corporations spans brands in and outside of the food and beverage... - November 13, 2019 - Subway
Receipt Day at Chick-fil-A Vestavia Hills
Chick-fil-A Vestavia Hills, located at 513 Montgomery Highway in Vestavia Hills, AL, is excited to kick off the giving season by hosting its first Receipt Day on Wednesday, November 13 from 6 am to 9 pm. It is a special event that treats their guests to pay once for their order, but eat twice. - November 09, 2019 - Chick-fil-A Vestavia Hills
When You Do Good, Good Things Happen This World Sandwich Day
Subway® restaurant fans, rejoice! World Sandwich Day is back. Today, Subway is celebrating the holiday with our fourth consecutive year of partnering with Feeding America® to give back to our communities, showing that when you do good things, good things happen. On November 3, sandwich... - October 31, 2019 - Subway
Joey's Group of Companies Announces the Promotion of Tom Grande to President of Teja Food Group
After 10 years as Vice President growing the business, Tom Grande earns a well deserved promotion. - October 30, 2019 - Joey's Seafood Restaurants
Subway® Restaurants Names New Chief Marketing Officer
Announces Additional Leadership Hires - October 09, 2019 - Subway
Dogtown Pizza Expands to Texas Through Grocery Chain
Family-owned Dogtown Pizza is announcing their expansion into Central Market, a Texas-based grocery chain. Once only made available in St. Louis, customers will now be able to find Dogtown Pizza in Dallas, San Antonio, Austin, Houston, Fort Worth, Plano, and South Lake. - October 02, 2019 - Dogtown Pizza
Award-Winning Family Owned Restaurant Big Fin Seafood Kitchen Celebrates 10 Years – and Renews Lease for High Profile Sand Lake Location for Another 10 Years
Big Fin Seafood Kitchen Renews Lease for another 10 Years at Dellagio - The Heart of Sand Lake - located in the Dr. Phillips area of Orlando just minutes from Central Florida’s world-class theme parks and the Orange County Convention Center. - September 29, 2019 - Dellagio
Subway® Restaurants, Feeding America® and Performer Nick Lachey Team Up to Fight Food Insecurity and Help Give Ugly Veggies a Home
Subway® restaurants are known for offering fresh, beautiful vegetables on any sandwich, providing millions of guests with easy and affordable access to delicious produce. Yet, millions of Americans face food insecurity and lack access to fresh produce. In honor of Hunger Action Month®,... - September 19, 2019 - Subway
Subway® Restaurants Launch Latest Mouth-Watering, Culinary Innovation with New Naturally Pit-Smoked Brisket Sandwich
Today, Subway® restaurants are adding layers of smoky, mouth-watering flavor to its menu with the nationwide launch of its New Naturally Pit-Smoked Brisket sandwich. Subway continues to deliver guests unexpected and craveable menu items, launching several limited time only in-restaurant tests... - September 05, 2019 - Subway
Tortoise Supper Club Partners with Ravinia, Lyric Opera for Steinway Centennial Celebration
River North restaurant to host week-long celebration that includes performances by Ravinia CEO, Lyric Opera Artists, Julliard Grads and more. - September 04, 2019 - Tortoise Supper Club
Wylder Space is Re-Creating the Social Dining Scene and Now Streaming on Major Media Smart TV Platforms
Chef Molly Bravo has dreamt of becoming the next Martha Stewart. Since 2004 she's been building her brand, formerly Organicopia and now Wylder Space Inc. Tucked in the woods of the Santa Cruz Mountains, Wylder Space is focused on re-creating the social dining experience. "I want to bring people together," says Bravo. "My goal is to bring people together with good food, great drinks and good company. It all starts around the dining room table." - August 30, 2019 - Wylder Space Inc.
Kobe Sizzlers, a Small Restaurant Chain, Invests in Big Technology
Kobe Sizzlers, an old school iconic restaurant brand from Mumbai, recently invested in Freeze-Dry technology (lyophilisation) to produce ready-to-make sauce from its secret recipe. The technology is used by NASA to preserve food for astronauts as it keeps the nutrients intact and increases the... - August 11, 2019 - Kobe Sizzlers
Wylder Space TV, Now Streaming on Major Media Smart TV Platforms
Chef Molly Bravo of Wylder Space in Santa Cruz, CA is recreating the social dining experience and practicing the "art" of entertaining with a web TV series designed to bring people together with great food, good drinks and company. - August 09, 2019 - Wylder Space Inc.
Subway® Restaurants and Beyond Meat® Unveil Its Strategic Culinary Partnership and the Beyond Meatball™ Marinara
Subway® fans know they can customize their favorite sub to fit any lifestyle and now guests have even more options. Today, Subway unveils a new culinary innovation partnership with Beyond Meat® to test exclusive plant-based protein options. Starting this September and for a limited time... - August 07, 2019 - Subway