Alexander Ivanov

Grubhub rolls out cart upsells, real-time tracking, and autonomous refunds to streamline ordering and bolster partner value.

Swig elevates Todd Smith to president and appoints Shannon Swenson to chief of franchise partnerships, aligning operations and franchising to convert a 500-unit pipeline and accelerate a compact, drive‑thru model nationwide.

A close look at Taco Bell's Cheesy Street Chalupas, the street-food angle, and the Revolution Carts partnership shaping brand storytelling and community impact.

A CEO-led push, a Canada master franchise, and high-profile partnerships steer Brooklyn Dumpling Shop toward multi-market franchising.

Noodles & Company launches nationwide free kids’ meals with every regular entrée, backed by Goodness Guarantee and a expanded loyalty program to drive family dining.

Hawkers Asian Street Food files Chapter 11 to stabilize operations, rework debt terms, and pursue growth with Savory Fund investment while preserving brand and staff.

Cold, caffeinated, and custom beverages are powering restaurant traffic as brands scale energy platforms, mocktails, and functional drinks across drive-thru and digital.

Thai Chili 2Go, Bonchon, Cupbop, and Teriyaki Madness scale fast by pairing authentic flavors with data, supply chain muscle, and streamlined ops.

McDonald’s pushes a nationwide McCafé drink rollout in 2026, expanding Refresher flavors and crafted sodas to boost traffic and average checks.

Kwame Onwuachi unveils Dōgon in Salamander DC, weaving Afro-Caribbean heritage with design-forward dining in a two-city vision.