How Playa Bowls Stayed Unshakeable During COVID-19
The emerging brand built a franchise able to withstand the worst of the pandemic without any store closures.
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7 Years After Shark Tank, Cinnaholic Set for Rapid Growth
Despite the growing allure of nationwide shipping, the bakery concept remains steadfast in its brick-and-mortar approach.
Stumped by COVID-19, Food Halls Find Refuge in Virtual Spaces
Food halls were all the rage before the pandemic, but also one of the worst business models for social distancing. Their solution? The virtual space, of course.
New Platforms Try to Crash Delivery's Third-Party Dominance
Third-party delivery services have been a lifeline during the pandemic, but have also been tough on restaurants’ bottom lines. Now some new services are providing an alternative.
Mighty Quinn’s Helps a NYC Eatery Stay Alive
Brands don’t always need to build their ghost kitchens from scratch.
What Lies Ahead for Restaurant Franchising
Franchise experts weigh in on the opportunities for the industry in a post-pandemic environment.
What MrBeast’s Restaurant Success Tells Us About the Future
Virtual Dining Concepts’ recent partnership with the YouTube star is one example of celebrities breaking into the industry.
New Tech Tools Blur the Service Lines for Restaurants
Innovation emerging from the pandemic is changing the definitions of restaurant categories as we know them.
How FOCUS Brands Doubled Down on Digital During COVID-19
The company is honing its digital strategies to create a more direct relationship with the customer.
Why The Hummus & Pita Co. is One to Watch
The fast casual brings together a harmony of flavors from across the Mediterranean and Middle East.