11) Fast-Casual Concept, Homeward Kitchen Makes its Debut
Homeward Kitchen is now open for business! Earlier this week, the new fast-casual concept from Golden Corral made its debut in Southern Pines, North Carolina. Jason Kornosky has taken the helm as VP of Operations for the new fast-casual concept.
12) Paris Baguette Continues To Dominate the Bakery Franchise Industry, Signs Agreement in Towson, MD for One Location
Paris Baguette, the bakery cafe concept with 4,000 units worldwide including nearly 150 in the United States, has seen significant growth in the past year. After a remarkable 2022 and strong end of 2023, the franchisor is continuing along an impressive growth trajectory with its most recent signing in Towson, MD.
13) Huddle House Names Blain Shortreed Brand President
Huddle House has appointed Blain Shortreed as Brand President. Shortreed is a career restaurant professional with more than 30 years of experience leading top brands. As Huddle House Brand President, he will oversee company operations, the franchise system, marketing, and culinary innovation.
14) New Chef de Cuisine Announced by The St. Regis Deer Valley
The St. Regis Deer Valley, one of the most luxurious mountain Resorts in the world, has announced the appointment of a new Chef de Cuisine, Lawrence H. Abrams. Abrams comes to The St. Regis Deer Valley directly from Michelin-starred Valle in Oceanside, California where he served as Sous Chef under renowned Executive Chef Roberto Alcocer.
15) Twin Peaks Further Expands in Florida with Doral Opening
Calling all Dolphins, Marlins, Heat and InterMiami Soccer fans – a new go-to destination will soon open its doors to serve hungry sports fans across the Miami area. Twin Peaks Restaurant, the ultimate sports lodge, is set to open its newest Florida location in Doral on Monday, January 15, 2024.
16) Happy Joe’s Transforms its Famous Pizzas into Pizza Burgers
People love pizza. People love burgers. For the creative minds at Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream, combining the two just makes sense – especially since they’ve mastered the art of developing extraordinary pizza creations.
17) Zaxby’s Adds Second To-Go-Only Restaurant to Memphis
Saucy chicken chain Zaxby’s is introducing its newest restaurant design to the East Memphis community with its to-go-only concept. The new Zaxby’s is owned and operated by Memphis Foods, LLC, and will open for to-go-only service on Monday, Dec. 11 at 436 Perkins Ext.
18) Savor the Season with Polly’s Pies, Now Delivered Nationwide
This holiday season, the aroma of freshly baked pies and the joy of tradition can now fill homes across the country as Polly’s Pies – a cherished Southern California institution since 1968 – now offers next-day air nationwide shipping Mondays through Wednesdays.
19) Introducing EcoloxTech: Leading the Way in Eco-Friendly Disinfection Solutions, Its Products Kill 99.9% of Pathogens, including MRSA, COVID, E. Coli, & Norovirus
EcoloxTech’s cutting-edge technology harnesses the power of electrolyzed water to create a safe, effective, and sustainable disinfectant that’s highly effective in killing a wide range of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. It’s particularly effective against pathogens such as MRSA, E. coli, COVID, Influenza, and Norovirus, and is compliant with CDC, FDA, and EPA regulations.
20) Surcheros Honors Top Brand Performers at Annual Conference
Surcheros, a growing community favorite that brings together big tastes and fresh flavors with Southern hospitality, recently shined the spotlight on some of their top performers. The Georgia-based Fresh-Mex brand brought franchisees and corporate teams together for an annual conference, where they announced Franchisee of the Year and FRESH Award winners.