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Curated industry coverage by the Restronomics editorial team. Each article is selected from approved F&B publications and includes a Restronomics editor take.

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New-Age Tech Stocks Rally On Improving Investor Sentiment; WeWork, ixigo Lead Gains
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New-Age Tech Stocks Rally On Improving Investor Sentiment; WeWork, ixigo Lead Gains

New-age tech stocks surged this week, driven by improving investor sentiment. Thirty nine out of the 57 new-age tech companies under Inc42’s coverage gained in a range of 0.03% to close to 20% this week.

|7 min read
Meet The Top 10 Indian Startup Investors Of H1 2026
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Meet The Top 10 Indian Startup Investors Of H1 2026

Indian startup funding was muted in the first half of 2026, declining 9% YoY to $5.2 Bn raised between January and June. There was a slight 7% uptick in the total number of deals to 501, as per Inc42’s Indian Tech Startup Funding Report, H1 2026 report.

|6 min read
How Nudge Is Reinventing Ecommerce For The Agentic AI Era
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How Nudge Is Reinventing Ecommerce For The Agentic AI Era

The way people discover products online is changing fast, and ecommerce brands are struggling to keep up. Instead of scrolling endlessly through Google or marketplaces, consumers are using AI assistants like ChatGPT, Gemini and Perplexity for recommendations.

|6 min read
Udaan In Fresh Crisis, Mega Deal Slump In H1 & More
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Udaan In Fresh Crisis, Mega Deal Slump In H1 & More

Udaan’s Insolvency Crisis Udaan has run into a fresh crisis. Overseas creditors have initiated insolvency proceedings against the B2B ecommerce unicorn over a $170 Mn bond default.

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Jersey Mike’s Files to Go Public After Years of Explosive Growth
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Jersey Mike’s Files to Go Public After Years of Explosive Growth

Jersey Mike's has an AUV of about $1.4 million. Jersey Mike’s is going public.

|3 min read
Ruby Tuesday Returns with One of its Biggest Menu Launches in Years
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Ruby Tuesday Returns with One of its Biggest Menu Launches in Years

Ruby Tuesday has been quiet in recent years. It’s understandable given the structural shakeup the casual brand underwent following COVID, when it declared bankruptcy in October 2020 and closed 185 corporate restaurants.

|7 min read
Kung Fu Chicken Announces Expansion in Miami Market
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Kung Fu Chicken Announces Expansion in Miami Market

Following the successful debut of its Miami Beach location earlier this year, Kung Fu Chicken will bring its signature Asian-style fried chicken to Kendall this fall, marking the fast-casual brand’s fourth South Florida location and the latest milestone in its rapid expansion ...

|3 min read
Hash Kitchen Debuts Summer Menu with Loaded Waters and BBQ-Inspired Brunch Favorites
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Hash Kitchen Debuts Summer Menu with Loaded Waters and BBQ-Inspired Brunch Favorites

The new menu will be available at participating locations through September.

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PJ’s Coffee Releases New Lineup of Craft Sodas
Technology

PJ’s Coffee Releases New Lineup of Craft Sodas

The crafted sodas lineup is available through August 3. PJ’s Coffee is giving guests a refreshing new reason to sip all summer long with the launch of three vibrant craft sodas and a limited-time patriotic lemonade designed to capture the carefree spirit of the season.

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Paris Baguette Unveils Limited-Time Lineup of Patriotic Treats
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Paris Baguette Unveils Limited-Time Lineup of Patriotic Treats

Bursting with patriotic colors and celebratory decor, these offerings are made for every star-spangled moment From backyard barbecues to Fourth of July gatherings and lively watch parties, this season is packed with reasons to celebrate.

|4 min read
Blinkit’s Meghalaya Entry Stalls After Tribal Council Refuses Trading Licence
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Blinkit’s Meghalaya Entry Stalls After Tribal Council Refuses Trading Licence

Eternal’s quick commerce arm Blinkit’s expansion into Meghalaya has hit a road block. As per a report by PTI, Meghalaya’s Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) rejected the company’s bid to secure a mandatory trading licence to operate within the state on June 25.

|3 min read
Golden Corral Launches America $2.50 Value Deals to Celebrate Nation’s 250th Anniversary
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Golden Corral Launches America $2.50 Value Deals to Celebrate Nation’s 250th Anniversary

As the nation prepares to mark its 250th anniversary, Golden Corral is celebrating the historic milestone with a new value-driven initiative to help families enjoy more meals together for less.

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White Castle Announces Partnership with Fellow Ohio Brand Garage Beer
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White Castle Announces Partnership with Fellow Ohio Brand Garage Beer

To get the collaboration party started, White Castle and Garage Beer will launch the Super Summer Slider Starter Kit on July 1. White Castle and Garage Beer don’t just have customers. These iconic Ohio-based companies have devoted, passionate, go-big-or-go-home fans.

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Huey Magoo’s Unveils Patriotic Summer Promotions and Limited-Edition Collectible Cup
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Huey Magoo’s Unveils Patriotic Summer Promotions and Limited-Edition Collectible Cup

Huey Magoo’s summer celebration is ramping up with new limited-time value offers and a commemorative cup launching June 29. Inspired by America’s upcoming 250th birthday, the months-long celebration highlights the flavors, occasions and traditions that make summer memorable.

|3 min read
Catering Tech Catches Up, and What it Means for Restaurants
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Catering Tech Catches Up, and What it Means for Restaurants

Firebirds began by testing its catering program in Charlotte, where the brand opened a catering kitchen that also serves as a research-and-development kitchen.

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Just Salad Names New York Knicks Star Jalen Brunson Equity Partner in First Athlete Deal
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Just Salad Names New York Knicks Star Jalen Brunson Equity Partner in First Athlete Deal

Just Salad, the New York-born healthy fast-casual restaurant brand committed to making everyday health and sustainability possible, announced a long-term partnership with Jalen Brunson, point guard for the New York Knicks and 2026 NBA Champion and Finals MVP.

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Woody’s Bar-B-Q Operator Declares Bankruptcy for Second Time
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Woody’s Bar-B-Q Operator Declares Bankruptcy for Second Time

G.A.H. Bar-B-Q filed for bankruptcy on June 24.

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What’s Behind H1 2026’s Mega Deal Slump?
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What’s Behind H1 2026’s Mega Deal Slump?

While the overall investment sentiment remained largely stable in the first half of 2026 (H1 2026), investor appetite for late stage startups remained subdued. This was particularly evident in the number of mega funding rounds during the period.

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Buffalo Wild Wings Names Scott Nelson CMO
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Buffalo Wild Wings Names Scott Nelson CMO

As CMO, Scott Nelson will lead all marketing and culinary efforts. Inspire Brands announced that Scott Nelson will join the company as Buffalo Wild Wings Chief Marketing Officer.

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Rethinking Restaurant Real Estate in America’s Delivery Economy
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Rethinking Restaurant Real Estate in America’s Delivery Economy

Operators that once prioritized larger footprints are increasingly testing formats centered around pickup shelves, compact dining areas or delivery-focused production spaces. As commercial real estate costs remain elevated across major U.S.

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The Office Star Leslie David Baker Opens HoneyBaked Ham Location in Sherman Oaks
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The Office Star Leslie David Baker Opens HoneyBaked Ham Location in Sherman Oaks

Actor, entrepreneur and The Office star Leslie David Baker announced the grand opening of a new HoneyBaked location in Sherman Oaks, which he co-owns, bringing the experience of The Honey Baked Ham Company to a community eager for greater access to the brand’s signature Honey ...

|2 min read
Vicious Biscuit Signs Deal to Open in Upstate South Carolina
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Vicious Biscuit Signs Deal to Open in Upstate South Carolina

Vicious Biscuit, the original home of unapologetically bold biscuits, has signed veteran restaurant operators Ricky, Niki and Coby Cook as franchise partners in Upstate South Carolina.

|3 min read
Kona Now Operates in All 50 States
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Kona Now Operates in All 50 States

Kona Ice, the nation’s largest mobile food franchise, has announced a landmark milestone: the brand now operates in all 50 U.S. states. With the opening of its newest truck in Fargo, Kona Ice has rounded out the country to bring the Kona Ice experience to even more customers.

|2 min read
Dog Haus Releases New Big Hac Dog After Partnership with Food Creator Josh Elkin
Technology

Dog Haus Releases New Big Hac Dog After Partnership with Food Creator Josh Elkin

Dog Haus announced the launch of the Big Hac Dog, a new limited-time collaboration with food creator Josh Elkin that headlines Glizzy SZN 250, the brand’s month-long celebration inspired by America’s 250th anniversary.

|3 min read
MilkShake Factory Enters North Dallas
Growth

MilkShake Factory Enters North Dallas

MilkShake Factory, the neighborhood dessert destination known for its handspun milkshakes and small-batch, premium chocolates, is bringing its signature handcrafted desserts to North Dallas with the opening of its new Preston Valley location.

|3 min read
Songbird to Bring All-Day Coffee and Seasonal Cocktails to Raleigh, North Carolina
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Songbird to Bring All-Day Coffee and Seasonal Cocktails to Raleigh, North Carolina

The grand opening for Songbird, a daylight-to-dusk cocktail bar in Raleigh, NC is officially set for Friday, July 3 with morning programming, a robust beverage program, and small bites.

|4 min read
FiiZ Drinks Partners with Hi-Chew to Develop Two New Dirty Sodas
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FiiZ Drinks Partners with Hi-Chew to Develop Two New Dirty Sodas

HI-CHEW, the immensely fruity and intensely chewy candy brand, has teamed up with FiiZ, the fan-favorite Utah-based specialty soda shop, to launch two limited-edition dirty sodas—Orange Creamsicle Drink and Frozen Key Lime Pie Drink—inspired by the HI-CHEW Dessert Mix.

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Yardbird’s Battle of the Birds Returns to Crown America’s Best Fried Chicken Sandwich
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Yardbird’s Battle of the Birds Returns to Crown America’s Best Fried Chicken Sandwich

Yardbird Southern Table & Bar, the restaurant brand known for its award-winning fried chicken and modern take on Southern hospitality, today announced the return of Battle of the Birds.

|3 min read
Juice It Up! Comes to Roseville, California
Technology

Juice It Up! Comes to Roseville, California

Juice It Up!, one of the nation’s leading açai bowl, handcrafted smoothie and raw juice chains for over 30 years, has opened a new Roseville location, continuing the brand’s growth across Northern California and expanding its footprint in the greater Sacramento region.

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Pizza Guys Opens in Anaheim, California
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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.

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Fat Rosie’s Launches Limited-Time Summer Menu
Operations

Fat Rosie’s Launches Limited-Time Summer Menu

Fat Rosie’s, Orlando and Chicagoland’s loud and proud authentic Mexican favorite, is kicking off summer with a limited-time menu designed by Senior Executive Chef Gabriel Arriaga to turn every meal into a fiesta.

|3 min read
Pizza Inn Rolls Out Collectible Military-Themed Glassware
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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.

|2 min read
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.

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Chef Zubair Mohajir Opens Wood-Fire Concept Muhājir and Hidden Cocktail Bar Bobo in Chicago
Growth

Chef Zubair Mohajir Opens Wood-Fire Concept Muhājir and Hidden Cocktail Bar Bobo in Chicago

Acclaimed Chicago chef Zubair Mohajir will open Muhājir, a deeply personal, wood-fire-driven restaurant inspired by migration, movement and the historic spice route, this July 1 at 2630 N. Clark St. in Lincoln Park.

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Potbelly to Open at The National in Dallas’ Central Business District
Technology

Potbelly to Open at The National in Dallas’ Central Business District

Potbelly, the iconic neighborhood sandwich shop, is continuing its growth across North Texas with a new location opening on Wednesday, July 1, at one of Dallas’ most historic buildings in the city’s Central Business District.

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El Pollo Loco Opens in Idaho for First Time
Growth

El Pollo Loco Opens in Idaho for First Time

El Pollo Loco, Inc., the nation’s leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, has officially crossed into its 10th state with the opening of the brand’s first-ever Idaho restaurant, located at 3471 W Chinden Blvd in Meridian.

|2 min read
TCBY to Offer Special Flavors and Promotions in Honor of 45th Anniversary
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TCBY to Offer Special Flavors and Promotions in Honor of 45th Anniversary

TCBY, one of the nation’s original and most iconic frozen yogurt brands, is celebrating 45 years of serving delicious frozen yogurt and creating meaningful moments for families, friends and communities across the country.

|3 min read
Penn Station Sandwiches Announces Expansion in Myrtle Beach Market
Growth

Penn Station Sandwiches Announces Expansion in Myrtle Beach Market

Penn Station Sandwiches, recently rebranded from Penn Station East Coast Subs, is continuing its strategic growth with expansion into the Myrtle Beach market, marking a significant milestone for the brand.

|2 min read
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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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CPG Growth is Shifting to Restaurants, Convenience, and Delivery
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CPG Growth is Shifting to Restaurants, Convenience, and Delivery

Restaurants, QSRs, and on-the-go occasions are creating new opportunities for CPG brands willing to rethink pricing, partnerships, and consumer engagement. CPG growth is becoming harder to find in the places companies have historically relied on.

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Postino to Open in Chapel Hill, North Carolina
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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.

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Prince Castle Launches Dual-Lane Toaster to Boost QSR Kitchen Speed
Technology

Prince Castle Launches Dual-Lane Toaster to Boost QSR Kitchen Speed

Prince Castle is introducing Toast EZ as operators face ongoing labor challenges, tighter margins, and rising expectations for speed and quality.

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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.

|29 min read
Cornelius Launches Automated Beverage System to Speed Up QSR Drive-Thrus
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Cornelius Launches Automated Beverage System to Speed Up QSR Drive-Thrus

The system supports up to 16 syrups from a single nozzle.

|3 min read
Skyline Essentials Launches AI Forecasting Platform for Restaurant Operators
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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.

|3 min read
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.

|2 min read
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.

|2 min read
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.

|6 min read
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.

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Jason’s Deli Rolls Out Limited-Time Southwestern Menu
Technology

Jason’s Deli Rolls Out Limited-Time Southwestern Menu

Jason’s Deli is rolling out a limited-time lineup available July 1 through Sept. 30, bringing new Southwestern-inspired menu items and returning seasonal favorites to the table for easy summer meals and gatherings.

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PrimoHoagies Celebrating America’s Run with 50 Percent Off Deal
Technology

PrimoHoagies Celebrating America’s Run with 50 Percent Off Deal

As the U.S. soccer team advances into the knockout round, PrimoHoagies is celebrating America’s run with winning offers for fans nationwide.

|2 min read
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.

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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.

|3 min read
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.

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How to Prevent Food Recalls With Smarter Equipment
Technology

How to Prevent Food Recalls With Smarter Equipment

Food safety is a huge part of running a successful business. Errors can be expensive and hurt the business’s ability to continue. They can even result in legal liability.

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A Look At PRISM’s Legal Battles
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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.

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Parts Town Acquires 86 Repairs
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Parts Town Acquires 86 Repairs

Parts Town, the technology innovator and market-leading distributor of genuine Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) foodservice, HVAC and residential appliance parts, today announced it acquired 86 Repairs, a technology company in the foodservice space.

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Jon Taffer Launches AI ‘Twin’ to Share Expertise
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Jon Taffer Launches AI ‘Twin’ to Share Expertise

You’ve watched him turn businesses around and change the lives of hundreds on “Bar Rescue.” Now, you, too, can ask him for advice yourself.

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Vicious Biscuit Signs Veteran Operators to Grow in Upstate South Carolina
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Vicious Biscuit Signs Veteran Operators to Grow in Upstate South Carolina

Vicious Biscuit, the original home of unapologetically bold biscuits, has signed veteran restaurant operators Ricky, Niki and Coby Cook as franchise partners in Upstate South Carolina.

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Wonder and Zipline Partner on Drone Delivery in Texas
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Wonder and Zipline Partner on Drone Delivery in Texas

Zipline's electric drones autonomously retrieve orders and quietly fly them directly to customers' homes.

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Taco Bell and KFC Executives to Keynote Women in Restaurant Leadership Conference
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Taco Bell and KFC Executives to Keynote Women in Restaurant Leadership Conference

Taco Bell International's Amy Ellis Durini (left) and KFC Global's Nivera Wallani will keynote the 2027 WiRL Summit.

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Another Broken Egg Cafe Promotes Chris Eby to VP of Development
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Another Broken Egg Cafe Promotes Chris Eby to VP of Development

Another Broken Egg Cafe, the daytime dining brand known for its bold Southern flavors, brunch experience and “craveable” dishes, announced the promotion of Chris Eby to Vice President of Development.

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White Castle and Garage Beer Collaborate on Retail Launch
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White Castle and Garage Beer Collaborate on Retail Launch

White Castle and Garage Beer don’t just have customers. These iconic Ohio-based companies have devoted, passionate, go-big-or-go-home fans. Now, the two are joining forces to give their devoted fans a fresh new way to celebrate and enjoy the brands they love.

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As Inspire Brands Plots Going Public, a Look at How it’s Performing, from Arby’s to Dunkin’
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As Inspire Brands Plots Going Public, a Look at How it’s Performing, from Arby’s to Dunkin’

Inspire Brands going public, as a confidential IPO filing in May suggests it will, would, naturally, represent one of the largest public swings the sector has witnessed.

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Merit Coffee Company Expanding Into Houston
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Merit Coffee Company Expanding Into Houston

Merit Coffee Company, the Texas specialty coffee roaster known for its community-driven cafés and award-winning coffee program, announced its expansion into Houston with plans to open three new cafés across the city, beginning with its first Houston location in the West Univer...

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Postino to Open in Chapel Hill Near UNC Campus
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Postino to Open in Chapel Hill Near UNC Campus

Postino, 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.

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The Garret Group Brings Bar Concept Sports & Rec. to West Palm Beach’s Nora District
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The Garret Group Brings Bar Concept Sports & Rec. to West Palm Beach’s Nora District

The Garret Group, the hospitality team behind acclaimed concepts including The Garret, Bandits, Borrachito, and Rocco’s Sports & Rec., today announced the grand opening of Sports & Rec. in West Palm Beach’s rapidly growing Nora District.

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Topgolf Launches Summer Push With Discounts, Drink Deals, and Sweepstakes
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Topgolf Launches Summer Push With Discounts, Drink Deals, and Sweepstakes

Topgolf is introducing the Ultimate Summer Sweepstakes, giving one grand-prize winner the ultimate Topgolf experience package valued at $3,500.

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The Big Biscuit Opens in Rogers, Arkansas
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The Big Biscuit Opens in Rogers, Arkansas

The Big Biscuit, a modern All-American breakfast and lunch franchise concept known for its impossibly generous portions and genuine hometown hospitality, announced the opening of its Rogers, Arkansas, restaurant.

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Cotton Patch Cafe Acquired by Texas-Based Local Favorite Restaurants
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Cotton Patch Cafe Acquired by Texas-Based Local Favorite Restaurants

Cotton Patch Cafe has over 50 restaurants. Cotton Patch Cafe announced Monday that it has been acquired by Texas-based group Local Favorite Restaurants. Financial terms were not disclosed.

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MRM Research Roundup: Tipping Trends, ‘Peak Personalization’ Era, and Cottage Cheese Comeback
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MRM Research Roundup: Tipping Trends, ‘Peak Personalization’ Era, and Cottage Cheese Comeback

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features World Cup revenue, summer hiring, tipping trends, cottage cheese popularity, and Yelp’s Fastest Growing Brands Key takeaways from Yelp's 2026 Fastest Growing Brands report include: ● Drive-...

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D2C’s New Media Playbook
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D2C’s New Media Playbook

Everybody wants to own the media, and the country’s fastest-growing new-age consumer brands are no exception.

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Ecommerce’s Logistics Game, Nua Eyes $25 Mn & More
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Ecommerce’s Logistics Game, Nua Eyes $25 Mn & More

Amazon vs Flipkart: The Logistics Duel After ecommerce, Amazon and Flipkart are now locking horns in the logistics arena too. Following Ecom Express’ acquisition in 2025, remote pincode operations shrank and traditional 3PL pricing became more expensive.

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How Restaurant Brands Can Navigate the Beverage Race
People

How Restaurant Brands Can Navigate the Beverage Race

The common thread is the operator insight: beverage at scale requires equipment, process, training, and labor models that existing kitchens cannot absorb easily.

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Burger King President Tom Curtis to Keynote QSR Evolution Conference
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Burger King President Tom Curtis to Keynote QSR Evolution Conference

Tom Curtis, U.S. and Canada president of Burger King, will serve as the opening keynote for September’s QSR Evolution Conference.

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Jack’s Family Restaurants Brings Back Fried Catfish Basket
Technology

Jack’s Family Restaurants Brings Back Fried Catfish Basket

The Catfish Basket features three strips of U.S. farm raised catfish served with one classic side and a made-from-scratch biscuit. Jack’s Family Restaurants (Jack’s) is bringing back its golden fried Catfish Basket to all locations July 1 through Aug.

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Why QSR Loyalty Needs a Reset in a K-shaped Economy
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Why QSR Loyalty Needs a Reset in a K-shaped Economy

The most useful AI applications in QSR loyalty today are not aggressive personalization engines. They are tools that remove effort from the customer’s day. McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski put it bluntly on the Q1 2026 earnings call.

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Earthbar Debuts New App Powered by Olo and 3Owl
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Earthbar Debuts New App Powered by Olo and 3Owl

Today, Earthbar announced the launch of its new mobile app, built on Veya by 3Owl and fully integrated with Olo Ordering, Engage, and Loyalty.

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Guthrie’s Opens in Sparks, Nevada
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Guthrie’s Opens in Sparks, Nevada

Guthrie’s, the original chicken finger restaurant, announced today that its newest restaurant opens at 6107 Golden Triangle Way, Sparks, NV 89436, near the Red Hawk Country Club.

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Perkins Announces Biggest Seasonal Menu Launch
Growth

Perkins Announces Biggest Seasonal Menu Launch

Perkins Restaurant and Bakery, a leading family-dining restaurant brand known for its homestyle meals, all day value, and iconic bakery, is giving guests more reasons than ever to gather around the table with the brand’s biggest seasonal menu launch to date.

|3 min read
Earl of Sandwich Returns to Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort
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Earl of Sandwich Returns to Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort

Earl of Sandwich returns to the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort with its largest and most immersive restaurant experience to date, introducing entirely new ways for guests to experience the brand while honoring the heritage and hospitality that have defined i...

|3 min read
Stonefire Grill Rolls Out Mediterranean Salad and Summer Grill Package
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Stonefire Grill Rolls Out Mediterranean Salad and Summer Grill Package

Headlining the seasonal menu is the Mediterranean Market Salad.

|3 min read
Chicken Salad Chick Finds Record Growth in a Category of One
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Chicken Salad Chick Finds Record Growth in a Category of One

Chicken Salad Chicken began 2026 by inking deals for 52 new restaurants. That represented about 50 percent year-over-year growth from the 35 it signed in Q1 2025.

|5 min read
Bojangles to Donate Portion of Proceeds to Military Groups
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Bojangles to Donate Portion of Proceeds to Military Groups

This summer, Bojangles is honoring America’s heroes and celebrating the nation’s 250th anniversary with its patriotic, limited-edition Big Bo Box.

|3 min read
Delmonico’s Announces New Dessert to Honor America’s 250th Anniversary
Growth

Delmonico’s Announces New Dessert to Honor America’s 250th Anniversary

As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, Delmonico’s, America’s first fine dining restaurant, is commemorating the milestone with the debut of the Delmonico’s America 250 Baked Alaska — “America’s Birthday Cake,” a new dessert inspired by one of the restaurant’s ...

|4 min read
The 30-Day Reporting Gap Restaurants Can’t Afford
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The 30-Day Reporting Gap Restaurants Can’t Afford

Multi-unit operators can’t afford delayed operational visibility anymore. Restaurant operators are used to volatility. MarginEdge data shows that Tomato prices, for example, spiked 51 percent in April compared to March and are up 127 percent since January of this year.

|5 min read
How AI Is Rewiring The Consumer Growth Stack Across India’s B2C Economy
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How AI Is Rewiring The Consumer Growth Stack Across India’s B2C Economy

John Wanamaker, one of the biggest retailers of the 1900s, once said, “Half the money I spend on advertising is wasted. The trouble is, I don’t know which half.” And marketers held this as an absolute for a hundred years. But the truth is, it wasn’t just a marketing problem.

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Eternal, Meesho, Other Consumer Tech Unicorns Challenge Karnataka’s Gig Worker Law
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Eternal, Meesho, Other Consumer Tech Unicorns Challenge Karnataka’s Gig Worker Law

Major consumer internet companies Swiggy, Zepto, Urban Company and Eternal have jointly moved the Karnataka High Court (HC) challenging the constitutional validity of the Karnataka Platform Based Gig Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Act, 2025.

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One of Popeyes’ Largest Franchisees Sells 97 Restaurants out of Bankruptcy
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One of Popeyes’ Largest Franchisees Sells 97 Restaurants out of Bankruptcy

A federal bankruptcy judge approved the sale of nearly 100 Popeyes restaurants formerly operated by franchisee Sailormen Inc., marking one of the industry’s largest franchise restructurings this year.

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PayU India Turns Adjusted EBITDA Profitable In FY26, Revenue Zooms 13% YoY
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PayU India Turns Adjusted EBITDA Profitable In FY26, Revenue Zooms 13% YoY

Prosus-owned fintech platform PayU India’s revenue jumped 12.5% to $781 Mn (about ₹7,384 Cr) in FY26 from $694 Mn posted in the previous year.

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Yash Raj Films Backs Rusk Media To Expand Into Vertical Entertainment
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Yash Raj Films Backs Rusk Media To Expand Into Vertical Entertainment

Bollywood production house Yash Raj Films has made a “strategic investment” in digital entertainment startup Rusk Media to expand its digital offerings, focused around Gen Z and Gen Alpha audiences. The financial deals of the announcement were not disclosed by YRF.

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The New AI Risk, Weekly Funding Rundown & More
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The New AI Risk, Weekly Funding Rundown & More

Why India Needs An ‘Open’ AI Playbook For years, enterprises evaluated AI models on performance, cost and capabilities.

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New-Age Tech Stocks: Meesho, Smartworks Rally; ideaForge, EaseMyTrip Tumble
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New-Age Tech Stocks: Meesho, Smartworks Rally; ideaForge, EaseMyTrip Tumble

It was a mixed week for new-age tech stocks, with 23 of the 57 stocks gaining in a range of 0.01% to about 15% and 34 stocks declining between 0.15% to 11.75%. After an extended period of bearish sentiment, NSE SME-listed Yudiz jumped 14.46% to end the week at ₹28.10.

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Info Edge Appoints Former Bennett Coleman CFO Himanshu Agarwal As Finance Chief
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Info Edge Appoints Former Bennett Coleman CFO Himanshu Agarwal As Finance Chief

Naukri parent Info Edge has appointed veteran finance executive Himanshu Agarwal as its new CFO, nearly a year after former finance chief Chintan Thakkar stepped down. Agarwal will assume the new position on September 17, 2026, Info Edge said in an exchange filing.

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From CRED To Square Yards — Indian Startups Raised $1.1 Bn This Week
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From CRED To Square Yards — Indian Startups Raised $1.1 Bn This Week

Indian startups cumulatively raised more than $1.1 Bn across 16 deals between June 21 and June 26, a massive 2.5X jump from the $426 Mn secured across 19 deals last week.

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Fiamma Co-Owners on Letting Go to Lead Better Teams
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Fiamma Co-Owners on Letting Go to Lead Better Teams

For Rescigno and Leodler, Fiamma is rooted in a shared fascination with fire. As a leader, how do you let go of the reins and learn to trust your team?

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ezCater Finds Workplace Meals Boost Retention as RTO Mandates Rise
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ezCater Finds Workplace Meals Boost Retention as RTO Mandates Rise

ezCater, the #1 food tech platform for workplaces in the US, released findings from its second annual Future of Workplace Experience Report, revealing that work friendships and meaningful perks are critical to employee retention as return-to-office mandates continue.

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