fresh&co and 19 More Restaurant News Headliners of the Past Week
fresh&co, EMERGING Fund, Balance Grille, Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ, and Huddle House lead RestaurantNews.com’s top stories for the week ending March 31, 2024.
1) NYC’s fresh&co Partners with Local Operators to Bring Its Healthy Fare To Stamford, Connecticut
Fresh&co, the NYC-based healthy, fast-casual restaurant group on a mission to connect people to real food, has announced the opening of its 16th location, located in Stamford, Connecticut, with this latest edition of the popular Manhattan eatery being their very first in the state.
2) Top Restaurant CEOs, Exes Join EMERGING Fund to Grow Restaurant Concepts, Technology
EMERGING Fund, a pioneering growth capital fund situated at the nexus of technology, “ResTech,” and restaurant & entertainment concepts, proudly announces the addition of nearly 30 new investors and limited partners. This expansion significantly bolsters its strategic network and expertise within the industry, now boasting 70 investors who are among the foremost figures in the F&B sector.
3) Award-Winning Asian Fast Casual Phenom, Balance Grille, to Open in North Texas in April
Balance Grille, the rising leader in Asian Fast Casual, continues to bring the people what they want: vibrant, fresh, and flavorful food, with their newest opening in the Dallas suburb of Wylie, bringing the brand to Texas for the first time.
4) Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ Continues Nationwide Expansion with New Location in McKenny, Virginia
Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ is known for its mouthwatering comfort food and vibrant atmosphere and is set to make its mark in McKenny, Virginia. Founded in 2018, Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ has rapidly become a sensation across the nation, offering a unique dining experience that combines irresistible menu offerings with entertainment and fun for the whole family.
5) Huddle House Sweetens Breakfast with French Toast Toppers
Stacked by popular demand, Huddle House is bringing back its French Toast Toppers. Starting Wednesday, March 27, 2024, visit a participating Huddle House to indulge in French Toast sweetened with your choice of four different toppings. These items will be available to enjoy All Day, Your Way, for a limited time while supplies last.
6) Teriyaki in Henderson? You Better Bowl-leave It! Teriyaki Madness is Opening in Henderson on March 29th
This March, Teriyaki Madness, the Seattle-style Teriyaki Shop franchise with locations all over the country, is sharing its beloved menu with the people of Henderson. Loyola is set to open the newest and her first Teriyaki Madness shop at 1647 W. Warm Springs Rd, Henderson, Nevada 89014 on March 29th.
7) Juice It Up! Launches Protein Açaí Smoothie and Celebrates Return of Fan-Favorite Chocolate Dipped Açaí Smoothie
Juice It Up!, one of the nation’s leading handcrafted smoothie, raw juice, and superfruit bowl chains, is proudly welcoming spring with the introduction of its Protein Açaí Smoothie, alongside the return of the popular Chocolate Dipped Açaí Smoothie. Loaded with antioxidants and protein, the limited-time smoothies are perfect for guests looking to give their routine a spring refresh, while maintaining or elevating their protein and nutrient intake.
8) Dividend Restaurant Group Begins International Expansion
Dividend Restaurant Group (DRG), a renowned company with a portfolio of successful steakhouse brands in the United States, plans to expand globally by introducing its Eddie Merlot’s and Sullivan’s Steakhouse brands overseas.
9) Global Young Chef Young Waiter Young Mixologist Competition Returns to the U.S. for Second Year in Search of Culinary Industry’s Top Talent
SAVOR, the culinary division of the world’s leading producer of live-event experiences ASM Global, has once again joined with World Young Chef Young Waiter Young Mixologist (WorldYY) to bring the renowned service competition to the United States for the second consecutive year, Aug. 4th and 5th. Now in its 45th year, WorldYY is the only competition of its kind promoting hospitality as a career choice globally, finding the world’s most skilled chefs, waiters, waitresses and mixologists under the age of 28.
10) Revolutionize Your Restaurant’s Online Ordering with Waitbusters Dining
Waitbusters Dining has announced their brand-aligned online ordering menu platform. In an era where digital footprints define success, restaurants face the pressing challenge of establishing a robust online ordering system without succumbing to the high commission fees that typically accompany popular platforms. Waitbusters Dining emerges as the game-changing ally for restaurant owners, offering a unique blend of customization, profitability, and insightful analytics that redefine the online dining experience.
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