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Buffalo Wild Wings' parent names John Varughese international COO

 By Peter Romeo on Jun. 29, 2021

The former SVP of Dunkin' and Baskin-Robbins will have responsibility for the field operations of all of Inspire Brands' holdings.

Operations

Nevada opens the door to 'cannabis consumption lounges'

 By Peter Romeo on Jun. 10, 2021

The new establishments will feature THC-infused edibles for onsite consumption. Additional foods and beverages can also be sold.

Emerging Brands

The Melting Pot bets experiential dining makes a strong comeback

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 07, 2021

The fondue concept says table traffic is soaring as consumers embrace the opportunity to socialize in a post-pandemic environment.

Operations

Modern Market looks to expand to more college campuses

By Patricia Cobe on May 25, 2021

The fast casual’s success at Notre Dame paves the way to more nontraditional locations in colleges and health care.

Emerging Brands

IHOP readjusts its fast-casual strategy for a post-pandemic world

By Peter Romeo on May 19, 2021

The family dining chain originally targeted urban areas for its Flip'd concept but is now expanding that to include the suburbs.

Operations

On The Border tries a back-to-the-future approach

By Peter Romeo on May 17, 2021

The casual chain hopes to kindle some nostalgia among its fans, at least initially, as it works toward a comeback.

Operations

Wetzel’s Pretzels newest franchised location is in a hospital

By Patricia Cobe on May 12, 2021

The location in San Diego’s Navy Medical Center is the latest move by the brand to expand its concept to nontraditional venues.

Emerging Brands

7-Eleven just opened its first drive-thru

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 23, 2021

The c-store giant's newest experimental store will allow customers to buy Laredo Taco Co. food and 7-Eleven beverages without leaving their cars

Operations

Red Robin quietly tries a chicken-sandwich concept

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 09, 2021

The Red Robin grill-and-bar chain is giving the virtual market a try with the offer of at least three delivery-only concepts, two sporting chicken products and the third offering salads, according to consumer reports proliferating on the internet.

Financing

Texas weather puts a big chill in Cracker Barrel’s sales

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 23, 2021

The blow from Mother Nature comes as the chain is about to test a new chicken-and-biscuits virtual concept.

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