In 2020, one of the world’s most iconic restaurant brands began a journey to find its brand DNA. The result: Become the “Pizza Lover’s Pizza.” From creating distinctive, modern brand communications to becoming the unofficial pizza of pop culture to leading on tech, Pizza Hut president David Graves joins QSR editor Danny Klein to discuss the game-changing evolution, and why the best is still to come.
Guzman y Gomez Launches 100 Percent Clean Food Initiative
Guzman y Gomez (GYG), one of the world’s fastest-growing fast food businesses, is setting a new benchmark for the U.S. fast-food industry with the official launch of its 100% Clean food initiative. After years of revolutionizing fast food in Australia, GYG is bringing its commitment to real, fresh and high-quality ingredients to the American market. Every […]
Island Fin Poké Co. Celebrates Eighth Anniversary
In 2017, Island Fin Poké Co. opened its doors to the public with a simple mission: provide the community with healthy, nutritious poké inspired by the vivid flavors of Hawaii. Today, the beloved poké concept is proud to celebrate its eighth anniversary, a testament to its unwavering success of boat-to-bowl fresh poké and Ohana-driven mindset. […]
Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken Partners with St. Louis Battlehawks to Launch New Value Meal
Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken, a name synonymous with delicious, home-style fried chicken for nearly 60 years, joins forces with the St. Louis Battlehawks to launch the Battlehawks Box! This exclusive meal kicks off today, March 18, providing customers the opportunity to score a tasty deal for $8.99, that includes a code for up to 30% […]
Bite Named One of World’s Most Innovative Companies
Bite is proud to have been named to Fast Company’s prestigious list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2025. This year’s list shines a spotlight on businesses that are shaping industry and culture through their innovations to set new standards and achieve remarkable milestones in all sectors of the economy. Alongside the World’s 50 […]
Fajita Pete’s to Open in Wichita Falls, Texas
Fajita Pete’s, the award-winning Tex-Mex catering and delivery restaurant concept known for its fresh, made-to-order fajitas, is set to open its newest location in Wichita Falls, TX, on March 24. Located at 2708 Southwest Parkway Suite #116, this opening marks a major step in the brand’s continued expansion goals. “We are excited to bring Fajita […]
Wayback Burgers Signs Deal to Open in Hickory Creek, Texas
Wayback Burgers, America’s favorite hometown burger joint and one of the nation’s fastest-growing burger franchises, announced it has reached an agreement to open its newest restaurant, located at the Victory Shops – 3100 FM 2181 in Hickory Creek, TX. Projected to open in late 2025, the new location will be Wayback Burgers’ seventeenth restaurant in […]
Marco’s Pizza Launches New Franchise Incentive Program
Marco’s Pizza, one of the nation’s fastest-growing pizza brands, announces the launch of its new Franchise Development Royalty Incentive Program designed to empower aspiring, qualified multi-unit franchise owners with early-stage royalty incentives starting at 0%. In the face of an ever-changing economy, including inflation pressures and increased minimum wage rates, the program aims to help entrepreneurs step […]
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