Cava

By Patricia Cobe on Oct. 12, 2021

Global flavors trend at Firehouse, Ledo Pizza and Cava; Newk’s, Sweetgreen and Dog Haus play up plants; Toasted Yolk and Eggs Up Grill go big on breakfast; and Krispy Kreme and Eureka get spooky.

Operations

Cava is investing $30M in a food processing facility

By Heather Lalley on Sep. 10, 2021

The 57,000-square-foot facility in Virginia will be used to create and package dips and spreads branded under the fast-casual chain’s name to be sold in grocery stores nationwide.

Food

Lemons, salt and patience flavor Cava’s newest bowl

By Patricia Cobe on Jul. 20, 2021

The chef-curated Lemon Chicken Bowl has culinary roots in the Levant region of the Mediterranean, with preserved lemons a key ingredient.

Financing

Here’s how Cava plans to spend its $190M investment

By Heather Lalley on May 05, 2021

Here’s how Cava plans to spend its $190 million investment.

Financing

Cava nabs a $190 million investment

By Heather Lalley on Apr. 27, 2021

The parent of Mediterranean brands Cava and Zoes Kitchen will use a $190 million investment to fuel expansion on several fronts.

Technology

Cava’s new app hopes to mimic the in-restaurant experience

By Heather Lalley on Dec. 18, 2020

The fast casual’s redesigned app was created to “balance speed and joy,” Cava’s CEO said.

Food

Cava adds high-protein, lower-carb rice option

By Heather Lalley on Sep. 09, 2020

The Mediterranean chain is the first national restaurant operator to offer RightRice, which is made with lentils, chickpeas, green peas and a small amount of rice.

Food