Performance-enhancing drugs have been the topic of conversation in sporting circles for several years now.  It decimated some Olympic track and field teams a few years ago, it is hinted to be in sports programs from high schools to professional…

After experiencing growth of about 60 percent in 2013, Taziki’s Mediterranean Café anticipates continued aggressive growth in 2014.  The quick casual Greek food chain is planning to open at least 20 new restaurants in Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Georgia, Louisiana, North…

In mid-January, quick casual ‘better’ burger concept Burger 21has entered the Virginia market with its first location at 43800 Central Station Dr. in Ashburn. “We look forward to expanding the brand’s presence throughout Fairfax County, Virginia and Montgomery County, Maryland…

In addition to its four Manhattan street front locations, Markham, Ontario-based Bento Nouveau Ltd. has just opened a Bento Sushi at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City. Available for pick up from seven different locations throughout Terminal…

Over 70 years ago, Harold ‘Groucho’ Miller, armed with some original recipes for potato salad, coleslaw along with salad and sandwich dressings, open the first Groucho’s Deli in Columbia, South Carolina.  Today the chain of casual restaurants feature a menu…

Dubai, UAE-based quick service food chain Just Falafel has announced plans to open up to 160 outlets across the United States and Canada over the next five years. The seven year old franchise concept reports that it has secured partnership…

Effective January 24th, Clifton Rutledge joins Bojangles’ Restaurants Inc. as Chief Executive Officer. He is succeeding current CEO Randy Kibler, who announced his plans to retire from this role in September, but will remain active as Chairman of the company’s…

Pizza Patrón is suspending its franchise program indefinitely.  The will continue development with some of its existing franchise partners, but will concentrate its growth focus on building company owned stores. Company officials say the decision was made to ensure high…

Along with its second quarter financial results reported earlier in the month, casual full service chain Ruby Tuesday Inc. announced that it has conducted a review of its restaurant real estate portfolio and will close 30 locations, 15 of which…

Over 30-years in operation, This Is It! BBQ & Seafood is a Fayetteville, Georgia-based chain that features authentic freshly made barbeque, seafood, sides, desserts, and drinks. The chain operates several restaurant locations throughout the Metro Atlanta area offering dine-in, to-go,…