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Emerging Brands
Piada Italian Street Food wants to pick up the pace on growth
There are not many fast-casual Italian concepts with national potential. Now in seven states, Piada hopes to plant flags in more new markets before competitors catch up.
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5 lessons from Starbucks' comeback plan
The Bottom Line: The company’s latest revitalization plan offers several ideas that struggling restaurant chains can use to get back into customers’ good graces. Here are five such lessons.
Emerging Brands
Mezeh hopes to ride Mediterranean wave
This fast-casual concept is working to raise brand awareness as consumers increasingly embrace the healthful flavors of shawarma, hummus and harissa.