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QSR Chop Stop Signs 16 Franchise Agreements
- Development
- Rebecca Kilbreath
Chop Stop, a California-based QSR salad concept known for its customizable chopped salads and other health-oriented menu options, announced that it has recently signed 16 new franchise agreements in three states.
Applebee’s Buys 69 Franchised Units, Wins Dispute
- Development
- The Editors
Applebee’s Grill + Bar purchased 69 franchised restaurants in North and South Carolina from franchisee Apple Gold.
The Emporium Plays up Savannah Vibe
- Design
- Toby Weber
Owned by Sage Restaurant Group, The Emporium Kitchen & Wine Market offers guests a retail wine/deli component along with a polished-casual restaurant experience. The concept has two locations, both designed with their respective communities in mind.
The Melting Pot Redesigns for More Occasions
- Design
- Toby Weber
Fondue chain The Melting Pot is naturally an experience-based concept. Historically, those experiences ran toward celebrations or romantic evenings. The chain recently rolled out a new design meant to expand on those experiences and give guests more reasons and more occasions to visit.
Gourmet Ramen Takes America By Storm
- Development
- Amanda Baltazar
Tomo Takahashi, CEO and founder of JINYA Ramen Bar established his first restaurant in Japan in 2000 when he was 31 years old, but in 2010 he brought his ramen concept to the U.S., opening first in Studio City, Calif.
Five Gorgeous Restaurants You Must See in Austin, Texas
- Design
- Amelia Levin
Austin, Texas, is called the Live Music Capital of the World. It's also home many great restaurants. Take a tour of some you shouldn't miss on your next trip.