Dessert

By Patricia Cobe on Oct. 12, 2022

The Pacific Northwest chain sticks to its mission of local sourcing to bring the seasonal LTO to menus.

How frozen yogurt concepts are fighting to remain relevant

By Reyna Estrada on Sep. 14, 2022

Despite Americans’ affinity for frozen treats, the froyo segment has been in a slump. Can brands such as Yogurtland and 16 Handles bring it back from the dead?

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Financing

The story behind Holey Grail Donuts

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 04, 2022

The Hawaii-based concept hopes to take its unique taro donuts to California. It just completed a $9 million investment round featuring investors like Tony Hawk and chef Christopher Kostow.

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Fat Brands is buying another cookie chain

By Jonathan Maze on May 25, 2022

The company is buying Nestle Toll House Café by Chip and will convert the locations into Great American Cookies.

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Emerging Brands

How a South Korean bakery-café chain is growing in the U.S. selling French pastries

By Heather Lalley on May 16, 2022

Self-service cases mean big average checks at Paris Baguette, which is rolling out a new prototype to spotlight its top-selling cakes.

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Bakers Square to triple in size this year under new owner

By Joe Guszkowski on May 10, 2022

BBQ Holdings will grow the chain’s footprint from 18 locations to 55 using ghost kitchens.

Leadership

Peach Cobbler Factory names Greg George CEO

By Heather Lalley on Apr. 21, 2022

The 10-unit dessert concept said it has extensive growth plans.

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Food

Toppers partners with local cheesemakers to launch ‘killer’ pizzas

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 09, 2022

Wisconsin cheeses and topping ingredients create premium pies that set the menu apart from the competition. And a new dessert lineup spotlights local frozen custard.

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