11) Houston TX Hot Chicken Spices Up San Diego With New Opening
Houston TX Hot Chicken, known for its quality, never-frozen fried chicken, is turning up the heat in San Diego’s Gaslamp district with a grand opening celebration at 238 Fifth Avenue on Saturday, Aug. 24 from 12pm – 3pm.
12) Wahlburgers Celebrates Upcoming Film The Union with Action-Packed Combo
To celebrate the release of the new action-comedy movie, “The Union,” starring Wahlburgers’ co-founder Mark Wahlberg and Halle Berry, a special combo will be available to fans. The film features an unexpected yet dynamic partnership between a super-spy (Berry) and an everyman (Wahlberg).
13) Bobby’s Burgers By Bobby Flay Announces Statewide Franchise Agreement in Utah
Bobby’s Burgers By Bobby Flay, the unbeatable burger experience concept co-founded by renowned chef Bobby Flay, announces the signing of a statewide agreement with veteran restaurateur Joe Sample. As part of Bobby’s Burgers’ full-scale U.S. and international franchise expansion plan, this new multi-unit development adds to the brand’s pipeline, which includes dozens of restaurants in development and eight locations currently open.
14) Whiskey Cake to Open New Location in Fort Worth Alliance Town Center
Attention whiskey lovers! Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar has announced the upcoming opening of its first Forth Worth location this fall. Known for its fresh, farm-to-kitchen dishes crafted from scratch and a commitment to locally sourced ingredients, Whiskey Cake serves up bold twists on classic American comfort food.
15) Via 313 To Open Second Houston-Area Location in Webster and 20th Nationwide
Austin-based pizza restaurant Via 313 is expanding across the Lone Star State this summer, with the brand’s second H-town restaurant opening in Webster this August.
16) WaBa Grill Proudly Announces Strong 2024 Start Fueled by Franchise Expansion in Key Markets & Successful Menu Innovations
WaBa Grill, one of the nation’s leading healthy rice bowl chains, proudly reports a strong start to 2024. Driven by new restaurants in critical markets, robust development activities, encouraging sales data, and its popular Kids Eat Free initiative, WaBa Grill demonstrated thoughtful and consistent first-half growth and brand momentum.
17) Sixty Vines Bringing Wine Country to Miami World Center
Sixty Vines, the restaurant known for its revolutionary wine on-tap program and vineyard-inspired menu, has announced the opening of its first Miami location in Miami World Center. Located at 150 NE 8th Street, the new restaurant invites guests to sip and savor 60 different wines on tap selected from wine regions around the world.
18) South Block Names Alexandra Lawrence Its Director of Marketing
South Block – a booming better-for-you brand that dishes up acai bowls, smoothies, and cold-pressed juices – has named Alexandra Lawrence its Director of Marketing. Lawrence comes to South Block with more than 13 years of experience in marketing and client relations, most recently at Sweetgreen and Galley Foods
19) Serious Eats To Open As Grand Prairie’s First Food Hall
Serious Eats is preparing to open its doors, bringing on the ultimate trifecta of indulgence: tasty pizza slices, mouthwatering sliders and over-the-top milkshakes with a full-service bar. This new family-friendly hotspot in Grand Prairie promises to satisfy everyone’s cravings for bold flavors and serious portions.
20) New Orleans Roast Q&A with Alan Guilbeau, VP of Sales and Business Development
New Orleans Roast has been a notable name in the coffee industry, synonymous with high-quality, flavorful brews. In this Q&A with Alan Guilbeau, VP of Sales and Business Development for New Orleans Roast and PJ’s Coffee under Ballard Brands, we explore the brand’s commitment to excellence and the innovative strides it’s making in the coffee and tea space.