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Captain D's to Open First European Store
Captain D's will open the first location of its 20-unit franchise agreement in the United Kingdom.
Amaya Opens at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
Low, romantic lighting and lush, tree-canopied spaces combine the thrills of Las Vegas with the soul of modern Mexican cuisine.
new + notable: Saltie Girl, Boston
Saltie Girl is an expression of restaurateur Kathy Sidell’s lifelong love of the ocean.
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Starbird Expands Beyond California
California-based chicken-chain Starbird signed new franchise development agreements, expanding the brand into two new markets.
Peer to Peer: Kyle Gordon, CEO and Co-founder, Dillas Quesadillas
Founded in 2013, Dillas (pronounced “dill-uhs”) Quesadillas specializes in quality quesadillas served fast alongside french fries (regular or loaded), chips and other sides.
Whimsy Abounds at Swingers Las Vegas
A whimsical and unexpected eatertainment space opens in Las Vegas.
Meltwich Opens First U.S. Location
Meltwich Food Co. opened its first location in the United States.
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Amaya Opens at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
Low, romantic lighting and lush, tree-canopied spaces combine the thrills of Las Vegas with the soul of modern Mexican cuisine.
new + notable: Saltie Girl, Boston
Saltie Girl is an expression of restaurateur Kathy Sidell’s lifelong love of the ocean.
new + notable: Mr. H, Boston
A modern Chinese restaurant and Shanghainese cocktail lounge in Boston's Seaport neighborhood. The splashy and dramatic space also offers a dedicated kitchen window for those seeking elevated Chinese takeout.
Form Meets Function
Peer to Peer: Kyle Gordon, CEO and Co-founder, Dillas Quesadillas
Founded in 2013, Dillas (pronounced “dill-uhs”) Quesadillas specializes in quality quesadillas served fast alongside french fries (regular or loaded), chips and other sides.
bite-sized buzz for February 2025
Looking for some last-minute Valentine's Day plans? White Castle offers tableside dining and the MGM Grand seeks to reinvent Netflix + chill. As for where our editors will be? Patiently awaiting a newly franchised cat cafe, of course.
Project Profile: Pokeworks
This fast-casual concept is cutting costs and construction time with a new value-engineered prototype.
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