Rush Bowls founder leaves financial world for restaurants

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, host Mandy Detwiler, editor of Pizza Marketplace and QSRweb, talks to Rush Bowls founder Andrew Pudalov…

Gong cha focuses on quality of tea, customer service

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Bubble tea concept Gong cha focuses on the quality of its products and the happiness of its customers.

Wetzel's Pretzels franchisee takes brand to Georgia

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

Wetzel's Pretzels has expanded into Georgia through a franchisee. Here's how they are delivering pretzels to Augusta and the wider area.

Modern Market Eatery president talks brand excellence, ethos

Modern Market Eatery president and co-founder Rob McColgan talks to podcast host Mandy Detwiler about where the company has been and its future in the fast…

Cicis Pizza leads buffet-style pizza concept with customer-focused tech

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Pizza Marketplace Editor Mandy Detwiler talks to Jeff Hetsel, president of Cicis Pizza, about what makes the company tick, the technology its leveraging for…

Cousins Maine Lobster food trucks coming to Indiana

July 22, 2024

Cousins Maine Lobster is sending two food trucks into Indiana, with one in Madison and another in Indianapolis from July 26 to 29. This is part of a Midwest…

Franchisees open 1st Wetzel's Pretzels food truck in Georgia

July 9, 2024

Troy and Nancy Akers have opened a Wetzel's Pretzels food truck in August, Georgia, according to a press release.

Hungry Howie's Gen Z franchisee brings fresh perspective, new ideas to table

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Podcast host Mandy Detwiler talks to Hungry Howie's franchisee Rebecca Shannon, a Gen Z whose store is in Michigan. Shannon uses technology and innovation to…

Winning at the franchising game

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

How do restaurants succeed at the franchising game? A panel at the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit shared some key strategies.

Birmingham food truck to open physical restaurant

April 8, 2024

Simone's Kitchen ATL, a food truck that serves seafood and comfort food in Birmingham, Alabama, is set to open its first restaurant in May. Owner Whitney…

Table Needs Launches Restaurant Marketing Services for US-based Food Trucks, Coffee Shops, and Quick Service R

Now Available: Digital Marketing Designed to Help More Restaurants Reach Profitability

Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit session to explore scaling up by franchising

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

"Scaling Up: From Small Start-up to Full Growth Mode" is a session at the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit, which will be held March 42-26 in…

Webinar to explore multi-unit franchising

November 20, 2023

The upcoming webinar, "Mastering Multi-Unit Franchise Success: Insights from a Seasoned Operator," scheduled for Dec. 5, 2023, at 2 p.m. EST, promises to be a…

How to Motivate Franchise Operators to Follow Standardized Processes

Consistency is key to franchise success. Ensuring franchisees follow standardized procedures is key to maintaining that consistency.

Presented by FastCasual.com

How to motivate franchisees to adhere to standardized processes

September 12, 2023

In the dynamic world of the franchise industry, ensuring that franchise operators adhere to standardized processes is crucial for achieving consistency and…

How District Taco grew from a food cart to a franchise powerhouse

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

District Taco, a fast casual Mexican restaurant brand, began a food cart in 2009. Now it’s a multi-unit restaurant franchise expanding its footprint in…

Rhode Island food truck launches physical location

August 25, 2023

Fans of the Lotus Pepper food truck in Rhode Island now have a dining-in option for enjoying the truck's Vietnamese fare.

Cousins Maine Lobsters food truck arrives in Maryland

August 21, 2023

The Cousins Maine Lobster company has launched a food truck in Hyattsville, Maryland.

Cousins Maine Lobster arrives in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

July 18, 2023

One of the latest food trucks in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania is Cousins Maine Lobster which has expanded its footprint in the state with a franchise region…

Cousins Maine Lobster food truck rolls into Pacific Northwest

July 17, 2023

This weekend marks the arrival of a Cousins Maine Lobster food truck in the Pacific Northwest. It will make its first local appearance at the Oregon Trail…