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Pizza Guys Opens in Anaheim, California

Pizza Guys, the Sacramento-based pizza franchise known for its fresh, high-quality ingredients and bold flavors, is continuing its expansion across Orange County with a new restaurant opened at 2975 W Ball Rd in Anaheim, CA on June 18.

via QSR Magazine·Jul 1, 2026

Pizza Inn Rolls Out Collectible Military-Themed Glassware

Pizza Inn is inviting families to commemorate the nation’s history with its limited-time collectible series of All-American Glasses.

via FSR Magazine·Jul 1, 2026·2 min

Erbert & Gerbert’s Changes Leadership, But Keeps Growth Mission Intact

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Erbert & Gerbert’s Changes Leadership, But Keeps Growth Mission Intact

Mark Kocer (left) brings decades of experience and will take over for Eric Wolfe. Eric Wolfe has spent more than two decades building Erbert & Gerbert’s into a regional sandwich chain with a fiercely loyal following.

via QSR Magazine·Jul 1, 2026·5 min

South Block Announces New Birthday Cake Smoothie and Month-Long Celebration in Honor of 15th Anniversary

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South Block Announces New Birthday Cake Smoothie and Month-Long Celebration in Honor of 15th Anniversary

Available starting July 1st, the Birthday Cake Smoothie brings a playful take on a classic treat to the brand’s made-from-scratch menu lineup.

via QSR Magazine·Jul 1, 2026·2 min

PRISM DRHP: A Look At Shareholding Pattern & Key Personnel

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PRISM DRHP: A Look At Shareholding Pattern & Key Personnel

OYO parent PRISM has filed its updated DRHP for a fresh issue-only IPO with the SEBI. As per the company’s draft IPO papers, the public issue will consist solely of a fresh issue worth ₹6,650 Cr. This marks the third attempt for OYO to go public.

via Inc42·Jul 1, 2026·6 min

How Burger King is Winning Back Guests, One Whopper at a Time

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How Burger King is Winning Back Guests, One Whopper at a Time

On April 20, at 11:43 a.m., RBI CEO Josh Kobza received an email that changed the rest of his day. It was from a customer named Jim. After watching a recent Burger King commercial, he stopped at a restaurant to try a Whopper, something he hadn’t done in decades.

via QSR Magazine·Jul 1, 2026·22 min

What Restaurant Leaders Must Get Right About Integrating Acquired Brands

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What Restaurant Leaders Must Get Right About Integrating Acquired Brands

When a restaurant group acquires another concept, it makes news headlines.

via QSR Magazine·Jul 1, 2026·8 min

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Postino to Open in Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Postino (Postino.com), the restaurant and wine bar known for its welcoming hospitality and inspired spaces is expanding its presence in North Carolina with a new location in Chapel Hill. Postino Chapel Hill will be located at 201 S.

via FSR Magazine·Jul 1, 2026·3 min

30 Startups To Watch: Startups That Caught Our Eye In June 2026

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30 Startups To Watch: Startups That Caught Our Eye In June 2026

June was quite an eventful month for the world’s third-largest startup ecosystem. One of the most talked-about moments last month was CRED founder Kunal Shah stepping away from the fintech unicorn to take charge of global operations at Meta’s WhatsApp.

via Inc42·Jul 1, 2026·29 min

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Skyline Essentials Launches AI Forecasting Platform for Restaurant Operators

Skyline Essentials™ today announced the launch of the SkAI® Predictive Suite for Restaurants, an AI-powered forecasting platform that gives independent operators and multi-unit groups the same data-science edge the national chains have built in-house for years.

via FSR Magazine·Jul 1, 2026·3 min

Supply6 Nets ₹48 Cr To Expand Product Portfolio, Enter New Markets

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Supply6 Nets ₹48 Cr To Expand Product Portfolio, Enter New Markets

D2C nutrition and wellness startup Supply6 has raised ₹48 Cr (about $5 Mn) in a funding round led by Unilever Ventures, with participation from existing investor Zeropearl VC.

via Inc42·Jul 1, 2026·2 min

Instamart Appoints Ex-OYO International CEO Gautam Swaroop As CBO

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Instamart Appoints Ex-OYO International CEO Gautam Swaroop As CBO

Quick commerce major Swiggy Instamart has appointed Gautam Swaroop as its CBO, days after Hari Kumar stepped down from the role. Gautam will oversee Instamart’s commercial operations spanning customer-centric growth, category management, and brand relationships and expansion.

via Inc42·Jul 1, 2026·2 min

Alex Clark on The Big Biscuit’s Intentional Approach to Innovation and Growth

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Alex Clark on The Big Biscuit’s Intentional Approach to Innovation and Growth

Alex Clark brings three decades of experience in accounting and financial leading, including 20 years focused on the restaurant franchising sector, to her role as VP of finance at The Big Biscuit.

via FSR Magazine·Jun 30, 2026·6 min

Eggs Up Grill Climbs Into Rare Breakfast Air

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Eggs Up Grill Climbs Into Rare Breakfast Air

Earlier this month, Eggs Up Grill announced the pending opening of its 110th restaurant in Spears Creek, South Carolina, a residential area roughly 20 or so minutes from downtown Columbia.

via FSR Magazine·Jun 30, 2026·4 min

Papa John’s Announces CFO Transition as Ravi Thanawala Departs

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Papa John’s Announces CFO Transition as Ravi Thanawala Departs

Papa John’s International, Inc. announced that Chris Collins, Senior Vice President of Corporate Finance and Principal Accounting Officer, has been appointed to the additional position of interim Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately.

via QSR Magazine·Jun 30, 2026·3 min

Fish Shop Launches Strategic Franchise Initiative

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Fish Shop Launches Strategic Franchise Initiative

Fish Shop, the popular San Diego restaurant known for its approachable seafood and neighborhood hospitality, announced the launch of its strategic franchise initiative.

via QSR Magazine·Jun 30, 2026·3 min

SPB Brings Back Former J. Alexander’s Leader to Support Growth

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SPB Brings Back Former J. Alexander’s Leader to Support Growth

SPB Hospitality has appointed former J. Alexander's executive Keith Wheaton as Senior Vice President of Construction. SPB Hospitality has appointed Keith Wheaton as Senior Vice President of Construction, bringing back a former leader from J.

via FSR Magazine·Jun 30, 2026·2 min

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A Look At PRISM’s Legal Battles

After filing its updated draft red herring prospectus (UDRHP) with the SEBI, OYO-parent PRISM has set its sight to list on the Indian equities market for the third time.

via Inc42·Jun 30, 2026·7 min

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

Pizza Guys Opens in Anaheim, California

Pizza Inn Rolls Out Collectible Military-Themed Glassware

Erbert & Gerbert’s Changes Leadership, But Keeps Growth Mission Intact

South Block Announces New Birthday Cake Smoothie and Month-Long Celebration in Honor of 15th Anniversary

PRISM DRHP: A Look At Shareholding Pattern & Key Personnel

How Burger King is Winning Back Guests, One Whopper at a Time

What Restaurant Leaders Must Get Right About Integrating Acquired Brands

Postino to Open in Chapel Hill, North Carolina

30 Startups To Watch: Startups That Caught Our Eye In June 2026

Skyline Essentials Launches AI Forecasting Platform for Restaurant Operators

Supply6 Nets ₹48 Cr To Expand Product Portfolio, Enter New Markets

Instamart Appoints Ex-OYO International CEO Gautam Swaroop As CBO

Alex Clark on The Big Biscuit’s Intentional Approach to Innovation and Growth

Eggs Up Grill Climbs Into Rare Breakfast Air

Papa John’s Announces CFO Transition as Ravi Thanawala Departs

Fish Shop Launches Strategic Franchise Initiative

SPB Brings Back Former J. Alexander’s Leader to Support Growth

A Look At PRISM’s Legal Battles

How the F&B industry actually
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