Restaurants & Foodservice

JAB's ~$1.8B sale of its final KDP stake isn't just an exit; it's a masterclass in capital reallocation towards a focused consumer brand empire.

Bon Appétit, the pioneer of ethical food service, names a new CEO from its corporate parent. As the founder moves to Executive Chairman, can the company scale its operations without diluting its celebrated, sustainable soul?

The new 24/7 Good Earth Coffeehouse at the University of Alberta Hospital is more than a café. It's a case study in how strategic partnerships are transforming hospital environments.

As Los Angeles hosts the 2026 World Cup, Beverly Hills is deploying an innovative strategy of culinary diplomacy, influencer marketing, and exclusive merchandise.

Cousins Maine Lobster's Texas road trip is more than a culinary event. It's a masterclass in market penetration and franchise growth from a Shark Tank legend.

Casey's General Stores shattered records with a $1.5B EBITDA and S&P 500 inclusion. An inside look at how its pivot from fuel to food is redefining convenience retail.

While revenues climb, Nathan's Famous faces a profit squeeze from soaring beef costs and a delayed $450M acquisition by Smithfield Foods due to regulatory review.

After 31 years, Sushi King is betting on interactive Yakiniku to secure its future, making premium grilled dining affordable and accessible across Malaysia.

New research shows 'Food is Medicine' programs thrive when paired with human coaching, offering a potent, scalable model for tackling chronic disease.

Following its acquisition by Pearl Street Equity, Famous Brands brings in Richard Screnci to apply his QSR playbook to the iconic dessert franchises.

Lagunitas and Iron Maiden are hiring a 'Beer Roadie.' It's not just a dream job; it's a masterclass in experiential marketing and the future of brand loyalty.

Devour! Studios expands beyond food and film, launching a gallery for artist David Silverberg. This strategic move aims to create lasting value for Wolfville.

As Better Blend enters Tampa, its model reveals a new fast-casual paradigm where operational speed and personalized health aren't just perks—they're the core product.

TRUFF and PopUp Bagels' new schmear is more than a snack; it's a masterclass in modern marketing, blending scarcity, celebrity, and logistical savvy.

Datassential’s new AI chat unifies 20+ years of menu, consumer, and research data, offering transparent, verifiable insights to reshape industry strategy.

A new lifestyle brand, XOXO Far From Home, is betting its vibrant Butterfly Latte can do more than quench thirst—it aims to build a community in a crowded market.

Royal Farms' new Conshohocken store isn't just another gas station. It's a strategic move in the battle for PA's convenience market, with its famous chicken as the weapon.

Beyond the storefronts lies a massive economic engine. A new report reveals franchising contributes over $143B to Canada's GDP, creating jobs and communities.

Can independent grocers survive? A new alliance gives 3,500 stores the AI and e-commerce tools once reserved for giants like Walmart and Amazon.

The Inquirer Food Fest is more than a hit event; it's a case study in how legacy media can reinvent itself by building and monetizing local culture.