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Cold Stone Creamery to Expand in Nashville with 10 New Locations

by Katie Lee

Scottsdale, Ariz. — Cold Stone Creamery®, one of the nation’s premier ice cream creameries, plans to expand the brand’s presence in Nashville, Tenn. The brand plans to open 10 locations in Nashville over the next 5 years. “Cold Stone Creamery is a staple in communities across the nation,” says Jay Goldstein, vice president of development at Cold Stone Creamery. “Our brand has a positive track record for growth in Tennessee with communities who love what we provide and want to experience more of our brand. Nashville is the perfect market …

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Tropical Smoothie Cafe Evolves its Leadership Team

by Katie Lee

Atlanta — Tropical Smoothie Cafe® evolves its leadership team as it continues to drive operational excellence and expansion. The company has appointed Jonathan Biggs as chief operating officer (COO) and has promoted Chris Sasser to chief financial officer (CFO) and Karen Wickliffe to general counsel (GC). Biggs joins Tropical Smoothie Cafe from Baskin-Robbins, where he served as brand head, overseeing operations across the United States. With over a decade of experience in field and global operations, he has a proven track record of driving restaurant profitability through technology and operational …

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Taim Mediterranean Kitchen Debuts First Location in Chicago

by Katie Lee

Chicago — Craveworthy Brands, a multi-brand restaurant platform company, has debuted its first-ever location of taim Mediterranean Kitchen in Chicago and the Midwest region, located at Craveworthy Kitchen in Hayden Hall on the second floor of 333 South Wabash Ave.  Taim’s menu includes freshly made hummus, falafel, shawarma and customizable bowls and pitas, catering to vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free preferences. Founded in 2005 in New York City’s West Village, taim is celebrated for its market-fresh produce, authentic herbs and spices and time-honored cooking techniques. Taim currenrly has 13 locations across …

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Del Taco to Enter Indiana with 10-Store Development Agreement

by Katie Lee

Lake Forest, Calif. — Del Taco has signed a 10-unit development agreement with a new franchise group in the Indianapolis DMA. Target markets include Bloomington, Bedford, Columbus, Greenwood, Plainfield and Avon. This marks the brand’s entry into the Indiana market. Founded in 1964, Del Taco has nearly 600 restaurants across 17 states. For more information, visit www.deltacofranchise.com. SOURCE: Del Taco

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Applebee’s President to Step Down; CEO of Dine Brands to Step In

by Katie Lee

Pasadena, Calif. — Dine Brands Global, Inc., the parent company of Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar®, Fuzzy’s Taco Shop® and IHOP®, has announced that Tony Moralejo (pictured here) will step down as Applebee’s president, effective March 4, 2025, and will serve as an advisor to the company through June 4, 2025. John Peyton, CEO, Dine Brands, will assume the role of interim president of Applebee’s while continuing in his current capacity. “Tony and I share a deep respect for the DNA of Applebee’s and we are all grateful for his …

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Captain D’s Debuts in Maryland, Expands in Texas

by Katie Lee

Nashville, Tenn. — Captain D’s, a leading fast-casual seafood restaurant, is expanding on both sides of the Mississippi. It is adding the state of Maryland to its system and increasing its presence in Texas. The Maryland development group has signed on to develop five restaurants in Prince George County in the Baltimore metro over the next 7 years. Expanding Captain D’s footprint to its 24th state is part of the Tennessee-based seafood chain’s strategic plan to grow into the Northeast. In Texas, Captain D’s will open three locations in San …

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Russo’s New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen to Expand in Mexico City with 10 New Units

by Katie Lee

Houston — Russo’s New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen has signed a multi-unit development agreement to open 10 outlets in Mexico City by 2027. This marks a milestone for the brand as it continues its international expansion. Russo’s newest franchisee, Javier Aguilar, will introduce the brand’s signature New York-style pizza and Italian dishes to the vibrant culinary scene in Mexico City. Aguilar emphasizes what makes Russo’s New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen stand out from other pizza chains: the exceptional menu and flexible store design. “The ability to open a …

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Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Expands into 10 New States and Canada

by Katie Lee

Miami — Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming, a leading pet grooming and gourmet treat destination, has expanded into 10 additional states and its international debut in Canada. With stores now spanning 26 states and two countries, Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming has become a household name for pet lovers across North America. Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming’s historic growth in 2024 includes significant expansions into key regions such as California, Arizona and Idaho, marking its first major footprint in the Western U.S. Simultaneously, the brand strengthened its presence in the …

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Paris Baguette Aims to Open 100+ Cafés in 2025

by Katie Lee

Moonachie, N.J. — Paris Baguette, a bakery café concept with over 200 cafés open across the U.S. and Canada, wrapped up 2024 marked by unprecedented growth and achievements. With 163 franchises awarded and 51 new cafés opened last year, the company aims to open 100 or more cafés across North America in 2025 as the team prepares to expand their presence to over 35 states. “The growth we saw last year was truly remarkable, and I firmly believe that our success is driven by our people-first approach,” says Darren Tipton, …

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Marco’s Pizza to Build on 2024 Growth Momentum

by Katie Lee

Toledo, Ohio — Marco’s Pizza, one of the nation’s fastest-growing pizza brands, enters 2025 on the heels of a landmark year. With 85 franchises awarded and 70 new store openings in 2024, Marco’s surpassed its 1,200th store milestone. Marco’s enters 2025 with a renewed focus on multi-unit franchise development, with 65% of 2024 agreements coming from existing franchisees. Key growth areas include expansion into non-traditional locations and international markets, including Mexico. “Marco’s leads the charge in growth, innovation and customer satisfaction,” says Tony Libardi, co-CEO and president of Marco’s Pizza. …

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