SARASOTA, FLA. — Boar’s Head confirmed on Sept. 13 it plans to “indefinitely close” its Jarratt, Va., plant, which has not been operating since July, following a Listeria outbreak. “This is a dark moment in our company’s history, but we intend to use this as an opportunity to enhance food safety programs not just for… read more

Behind the “Waffle House Index.” Golden hashbrowns, gravy-smothered biscuits and crispy waffles with a hearty helping of maple syrup are among the classic Southern comfort foods. But when hurricanes tear through Southeastern towns, the hot meals and bold yellow signs of the local Waffle House provide another kind of comfort. If a Waffle House stays… read more

In three years, the brand has signed 20 master franchise agreements, seven of which it inked in 2024. Subway announced last week that it’s continuing to expand its global presence, having signed more than 20 master franchise agreements in the past three years. The agreements have resulted in more than 10,000 future restaurant commitments and… read more

Stoner’s Pizza, a fast-growing, quick-service pizza franchise, has announced a delectable 4-year partnership with the reigning NHL Stanley Cup Champions to become “The Official Pizza of the Florida Panthers.” Stoner’s and the Panthers worked together to develop a fully branded concession area inside Amerant Bank Arena in anticipation of the 2024-2025 season. Located outside of… read more

The brand plans to open five restaurants in the first two years. Talk of Chick-fil-A’s international ambitions began to stir in March 2023 when CEO Andrew Cathy told The Wall Street Journal the U.S.’ third-highest earning restaurant chain would invest $1 billion to explore growth in Europe and Asia by 2025. Headed into last year,… read more

The highwayside family-dining chain is still losing customers. But the company says efforts to improve value and service are showing some results. Cracker Barrel on Thursday reported same-store sales grew 0.4% in the company’s fiscal fourth quarter ended Aug. 2, driven entirely by higher prices as customer counts continue to fall, while earnings fell below… read more

Johns has been head of the pancake chain for six years. He’ll be replaced by Lawrence Kim, the chief innovation officer of Yum Brands. IHOP President Jay Johns is retiring after six years in the role, IHOP parent company Dine Brands announced Wednesday. He’ll be replaced by Lawrence Kim, chief innovation officer of Yum Brands…. read more

The coffee shop giant is making its second executive change since the arrival of new CEO Brian Niccol. Belinda Wong, who had been co-CEO along with Liu, will remain as the market’s chairwoman. Starbucks is making another major change in its c-suite, naming Molly Liu the sole CEO of its China operations. Belinda Wong, who… read more

SEATTLE — For Starbucks’ new chief executive officer Brian Niccol the plan is simple: “We’re getting back to Starbucks.” Niccol, who was named CEO of Starbucks Corp. in mid-August, officially took the reins at the Seattle-based company on Sept. 9. But over the past few weeks he spent time in the company’s stores, speaking with… read more

Brad Richmond has been named interim chief executive officer for BJ’s Restaurants. He replaces Greg Levin, who served as president and CEO. Levin is stepping down after 19 years with the company. Richmond is a member of BJ’s board of directors and is a former chief financial officer for Darden Restaurants. He previously held various… read more