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Can Mrs. Fields and TCBY Grow Again? New Leader Rich Screnci Thinks So

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Can Mrs. Fields and TCBY Grow Again? New Leader Rich Screnci Thinks So

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt.TCBY is celebrating its 45th anniversary this year. Rich Screnci is familiar with what it means to lead legacy concepts.

via QSR Magazine·Jul 10, 2026

Latitude Food Group Names James O’Reilly CEO

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt.James O'Reilly brings more than three decades of experience.

via QSR Magazine·Jul 10, 2026·3 min

Exclusive: Dil Foods In Talks To Acquire Cloud Kitchen Pioneer FreshMenu

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Exclusive: Dil Foods In Talks To Acquire Cloud Kitchen Pioneer FreshMenu

Virtual restaurant operator Dil Foods is in talks to acquire Bengaluru-based cloud kitchen brand FreshMenu in a distress sale, sources told Inc42. FreshMenu suspended operations nationwide in early April after running into a cash crunch.

via Inc42·Jul 10, 2026·3 min

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Ella Coffeehouse to Open in Boynton Beach, Florida

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via QSR Magazine·Jul 10, 2026·2 min

How Is Ctruh Unlocking The Spatial Internet For The Masses?

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How Is Ctruh Unlocking The Spatial Internet For The Masses?

Remember the early 2000s? There was always a queue in front of the AR/VR canopy at the local gaming zone. For most of us, it was a one-off experience, exciting enough to talk about but not something that would become a part of our daily lives.

via Inc42·Jul 10, 2026·6 min

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La Quinta Resort & Club Names Marco Aguilar Executive Chef

La Quinta Resort & Club, the iconic desert retreat nestled at the base of the Santa Rosa Mountains, is pleased to announce the appointment of Chef Marco Aguilar as Executive Chef, marking a milestone moment in the resort’s centennial year.

via FSR Magazine·Jul 9, 2026·2 min

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Timber Pizza Co. Gives Update on Accelerating Growth

Timber Pizza Co., the award‑winning, neighborhood‑oriented pizza brand is building strong mid‑year momentum as it expands its franchise footprint, accelerates growth across key markets, and prepares to enter Georgia for the first time with planned locations in Alpharetta and C...

via QSR Magazine·Jul 9, 2026·3 min

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Kilwins to Give Away Free Ice Cream for a Year

Kilwins, the premium confectionery brand known for creating memorable guest experiences and its super-premium, exceptionally creamy ice cream, is celebrating National Ice Cream Month with a chance for one lucky fan to win “Free Ice Cream for a Year*.” From July 19-31, 2026, In...

via QSR Magazine·Jul 9, 2026·3 min

honeygrow Builds for the Long Haul With Talent, Tech, and Menu Innovation

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honeygrow Builds for the Long Haul With Talent, Tech, and Menu Innovation

honeygrow has 79 locations nationwide. honeygrow is growing at a pace founder and CEO Justin Rosenberg believes the company can sustain.

via QSR Magazine·Jul 9, 2026·5 min

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The Kati Roll Company Opens First New Jersey Location

The Kati Roll Company now brings the experience closer to home for local New Jersey fans to enjoy.

via QSR Magazine·Jul 9, 2026·3 min

Another Broken Egg Cafe Looks to Speed Up Franchise Development Again

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Another Broken Egg Cafe Looks to Speed Up Franchise Development Again

Another Broken Egg Cafe wants to propel growth through a new royalty relief incentive program designed to encourage operators to quickly open a second store. The model offers tiered royalty relief based on lease signing timelines.

via FSR Magazine·Jul 9, 2026·5 min

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The Melt Opens at San Francisco International Airport

The Melt has landed at SFO. The San Francisco-founded and headquartered fast-casual favorite is now open in San Francisco International Airport’s Harvey Milk Terminal 1, bringing its signature MeltBurgers to travelers from around the world.

via QSR Magazine·Jul 9, 2026·3 min

How Sean Huggard is Scaling a Seafood Company from Landlocked Colorado

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How Sean Huggard is Scaling a Seafood Company from Landlocked Colorado

Sean Huggard is in the process of learning how to hang up his chef’s hat sometimes to don his CEO hat—but on the day of our conversation, he was wearing a DJ hat (figuratively, of course), sitting in the office and figuring out how to fix the music before dinner service at one...

via FSR Magazine·Jul 9, 2026·7 min

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How Cumin Co. Is Building An Integrated Kitchenware Brand

On a quiet evening in a modern Indian kitchen, you are preparing a meal for your family with meticulously selected ingredients. The vegetables are organic, the cooking oil is cold-pressed, and the spices are unadulterated.

via Inc42·Jul 9, 2026·5 min

Exclusive: Rural Commerce Startup Wheelocity Raises ₹82 Cr In Ongoing Funding Round

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Exclusive: Rural Commerce Startup Wheelocity Raises ₹82 Cr In Ongoing Funding Round

Rural commerce startup Wheelocity has raised over ₹82 Cr (about $8.5 Mn) in an ongoing funding round from new investors, existing backers, and a host of angel investors. Overall, the startup has raised ₹82.36 Cr across three tranches, as per its MCA filings.

via Inc42·Jul 9, 2026·3 min

Amazing Brands Acquires Hot Dog on a Stick, Eyes National Expansion

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Amazing Brands Acquires Hot Dog on a Stick, Eyes National Expansion

Amazing Brands bought Hot Dog on a Stick for $8 million. Hot Dog on a Stick has a new owner, which hopes to turn one of America’s most recognizable mall brands into a national restaurant platform.

via QSR Magazine·Jul 8, 2026·3 min

Freddy’s Nears 600 Locations with Plenty of Growth Ahead

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Freddy’s Nears 600 Locations with Plenty of Growth Ahead

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers announced Tuesday it expects to open about 60 locations this year as it approaches 600 restaurants. As has been the case since the 2002-founded chain’s early days, existing franchisees are fueling the projection.

via QSR Magazine·Jul 8, 2026·7 min

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Your Pie Continues Growth Push with New Restaurants and Franchise Focus

Your Pie, the Ischia-inspired pizza brand known for its customizable brick-oven pizzas and open-kitchen dining experience, is continuing through 2026 with renewed momentum fueled by smarter systems, strategic market expansion, mouthwatering new menu items, and a franchise comm...

via QSR Magazine·Jul 8, 2026·3 min

How the F&B industry actuallyruns, evolves, and grows.

Can Mrs. Fields and TCBY Grow Again? New Leader Rich Screnci Thinks So

Latitude Food Group Names James O’Reilly CEO

Exclusive: Dil Foods In Talks To Acquire Cloud Kitchen Pioneer FreshMenu

Ella Coffeehouse to Open in Boynton Beach, Florida

How Is Ctruh Unlocking The Spatial Internet For The Masses?

La Quinta Resort & Club Names Marco Aguilar Executive Chef

Timber Pizza Co. Gives Update on Accelerating Growth

Kilwins to Give Away Free Ice Cream for a Year

honeygrow Builds for the Long Haul With Talent, Tech, and Menu Innovation

The Kati Roll Company Opens First New Jersey Location

Another Broken Egg Cafe Looks to Speed Up Franchise Development Again

The Melt Opens at San Francisco International Airport

How Sean Huggard is Scaling a Seafood Company from Landlocked Colorado

How Cumin Co. Is Building An Integrated Kitchenware Brand

Exclusive: Rural Commerce Startup Wheelocity Raises ₹82 Cr In Ongoing Funding Round

Amazing Brands Acquires Hot Dog on a Stick, Eyes National Expansion

Freddy’s Nears 600 Locations with Plenty of Growth Ahead

Your Pie Continues Growth Push with New Restaurants and Franchise Focus

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