Emerging Concepts

May 20, 2013

Emerging Concepts

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One to Watch: Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams Innovative flavors and fresh ingredients help Ohio-based concept stand out in the crowded dessert segment.	One to Watch: Russo’s New York Pizzeria Authentic ingredients and fresh-made dishes help concept bring a taste of Italy to the U.S.
One to Watch: Roti Mediterranean Grill Serving healthy Mediterranean food through quick service has proved successful for this fast-casual concept.	One to Watch: Yogurtland This self-described “yogurt buffet” is aiming for 1,000 stores by 2017.
One to Watch: Fuzzy’s Taco Shop Concept thrives on cheap tacos and alcohol in a pub-style environment.	One to Watch: How Do You Roll? This Texas-based concept plans to Americanize sushi once and for all.
One to Watch: Umami Burger The massively popular West Coast burger joint is launching a major expansion push this year.	One to Watch: Hot Head Burritos Two multiunit Subway franchisees tap into popular Mexican fast-casual segment with their own growing brand.
How to Find the Right Market Quick-serve real estate managers are using cloud-based technology and geographic data to help them know every detail about new markets.	One to Watch: Saxbys Coffee Saxbys stores are owned locally but have the backing of a larger system.

industry headlines

U-Swirl Teams Up with Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory

2013-04-04

U-Swirl Inc., parent to U-SWIRL International Inc., the owner and franchisor of U-SWIRL Frozen Yogurt cafes, announces that the first U-Swirl and...

Rachel's Kitchen Expands its Horizons at Multiple Locations

2013-03-04

The paint is barely dry at the brand new Rachel’s Kitchen Trails location in Summerlin North, work is almost done at a fourth restaurant to...

The Counter Named on Forbes’ Most Promising Companies List

2013-02-14

The Counter Custom Built Burgers is pleased to announce that it has been named on Forbes’ second annual list of America’s Most...

Franchise Industry Veteran Launches McKeeCo Services

2013-02-13

Franchise industry veteran Lynette McKee, CFE, announces the launch of McKeeCo Services LLC, a franchising and development strategic advisory firm...

Spanish Fro-Yo Concept Brings Out Guests' Inner Kid

2013-02-06

For one young frozen-yogurt brand, age is just a number.

Yooglers, an international self-serve fro-yo concept—which opened its first...

Cafe2U Coffee Van Coming Soon to Columbus, Ohio

2013-01-30

An international coffee franchise is bringing a new type of coffee shop to Ohio. Cafe2U is a coffee house on wheels, delivering gourmet espresso...

New Thai Quick Serve to Hit the Streets of New York

2013-01-26

M Properties is pleased to announce a successful long-term lease transaction between 20 John St Commons LLC, and one of New York’s top Asian...

U-Swirl Acquires Two Frozen Yogurt Chains

2013-01-16

U-Swirl Inc., parent to U-SWIRL International Inc., the owner and franchisor of U-SWIRL Frozen Yogurt cafés, announces that it has acquired...

Chipotle Caters Colorado; National Rollout Coming Soon

2013-01-16

Chipotle Mexican Grill will offer customers a new way to enjoy their food with the launch of its catering service, beginning in Colorado on...

Northwestern University Welcomes Frontera Fresco

2013-01-14

Officials from Sodexo’s nuCuisine launch celebrity chef Rick Bayless’ first campus restaurant at Northwestern University, which will...

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