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Jason’s Deli Unveils New Brand Identity and Restaurant Prototype

by Katie Lee

Beaumont, Texas — Jason’s Deli is stepping into a new era with a refreshed visual identity system and innovative new restaurant design, in partnership with experience agency ChangeUp. The brand refresh, which began rolling out in recent months, is centered on a new core concept: “The Art of Delicious.” This captures the essence of Jason’s Deli’s mission — to craft delicious, honest-to-goodness food served with the same care and attention that has made the restaurant a favorite for nearly five decades. The new identity is being integrated across all touchpoints …

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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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Planet Hollywood Returns to Times Square with Immersive Dining Experience

by Katie Lee

New York City — On Feb. 3, Planet Hollywood New York opened its doors, marking the beginning of a new chapter in the brand’s history. Planet Hollywood’s return to New York City introduces a modernized version of the beloved restaurant and entertainment venue. A transformative $20 million investment, the cutting-edge, technology-driven space sets a new standard for unparalleled dining and entertainment experiences. Located at 136 W. 42nd St., the restaurant redefines Hollywood glamor beneath a 360-degree canopy of state-of-the-art, high-definition screens. Encircling the entire perimeter is an array of over …

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Ambiance For All Seasons

by Katie Lee

— By Rich Kilgannon — How winterization and preventative maintenance can give restaurants the upper hand. When it comes to dining experiences, people eat with their eyes. Studies have shown that the way food looks can alter the diner’s perception of its taste and flavor. But it’s not just the look of the food, it’s the look of the place. We all have our own stories about visiting one of our favorite restaurants and thinking the food might still taste OK, but the stale look on the outside and in …

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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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Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant Names New CEO

by Katie Lee

Exton, Pa. — Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant, an innovative craft brewery, has appointed Mark Kirke as its new chief executive officer. With nearly 30 years of experience in restaurant leadership, Kirke brings a wealth of knowledge to propel Iron Hill into the next chapter. As CEO, Kirke will leverage his extensive experience across full-service multi-unit operations and brand building to drive Iron Hill’s continued growth and operational excellence. With a proven track record of prioritizing guest experiences, Kirke’s leadership will refine Iron Hill’s hospitality-centered approach. Kirke will also guide …

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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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Atomic Wings Closes 2024 with Record Growth and Big Plans for 2025

by Katie Lee

New York City — Atomic Wings, a fast-growing chicken wing franchise known for its New York-style Buffalo wings, is celebrating an exceptional year of growth and innovation in 2024. With 22 units now open across the U.S. and a strong pipeline of development, Atomic Wings is on its way to achieving its ambitious expansion goals, aiming to open 30-34 units by the end of 2025. “What’s been exciting for us is seeing Atomic Wings expand beyond our traditional New York market,” says Zak Omar, CEO of Atomic Wings. “In 2024, …

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Krispy Krunchy Chicken Finishes 2024 With 605 Openings

by Katie Lee

Atlanta — Krispy Krunchy Chicken®, one of the fastest-growing hot food concepts in the convenience store business with over 3,200 locations, is celebrating 2024 as an outstanding year of growth, menu innovation and operational improvements. The brand continues to reset expectations in the c-store foodservice space, supplying high-quality, craveable menu items to successful operators throughout the country. The brand opened 605 stores in 2024, and projects that it will exceed this number for new stores in 2025. With a new organizational structure and new products, partners and platforms, Krispy Krunchy …

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Panera Bread Names New Chief Development Officer

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St. Louis — Panera Bread has hired Brian Krause to be the company’s new chief development officer. He will be responsible for driving strategic new store growth for Panera Bread, leading development planning, franchise development and sales, design & construction and real estate. Krause joined the company on Jan. 13 and reports to the interim CEO, Paul Carbone. An industry veteran in franchise development and sales, Krause joins the company from GoTo Foods where he oversaw growth-driving efforts for all seven brands including Auntie Anne’s, Jamba, Moe’s Southwest Grill, Schlotzsky’s …

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