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The Edible Arrangement Endures

EATER

Despite the copycat operations out there, these perishable garlands are big business: Edible Arrangements is one of the food businesses that has not only survived the pandemic, but thrived, enjoying a 45 percent increase in its sales , which totaled $500 million from 1,000 franchised stores in 2020. Marylu Herrera /Eater.

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MRM Franchise Feed: TCBY at 40 and, Mr. Potato Spread to Franchise

Modern Restaurant Management

MRM Franchise Feed features the latest news in the restaurant and MUFSO franchising landscape. " Part of Famous Brands International, TCBY first opened in 1981 in Arkansas and currently has 250-plus franchise locations worldwide. . "We Happy Birthday, TCBY. The company has 12 new U.S. New Design for Freddy's.

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Coffee News Recap, 1 Jul: PRF Colombia takes place in Medellín, USDA estimates 2022/23 production will increase by 7.8 million bags & other stories

Perfect Daily Grind

All 26 coffees scored over 87 points, with the highest-scoring coffee (a natural Catuai Rojo from the Mario José González Rodríguez farm) receiving 90.74 All 26 coffees scored over 87 points, with the highest-scoring coffee (a natural Catuai Rojo from the Mario José González Rodríguez farm) receiving 90.74 Here are this week’s stories.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Non-Traditional Dunkin’ and Boxing-Themed Concept

Modern Restaurant Management

MRM Franchise Feed features news about the restaurant franchise and MUFSO landscape. Continuing under the leadership of VP of Franchise Development, Shannon Swenson, Dave’s Hot Chicken has expanded its reach across the country with new deals signed in several key markets. Dunkin' Explores New Opportunities.

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Redefining ‘Dine and Dash’ and Review Hub

Modern Restaurant Management

“National and multi-location brands are looking for sophisticated products to help them drive ad performance, demonstrate ROI on their campaigns, and better tell their story in an increasingly noisy digital landscape,” said Tom Foran, Yelp’s senior vice president of national sales. Toast Secures $400M Funding.

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MRM Franchise Feed: CPK in Canada and Real Famous BBQ

Modern Restaurant Management

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. ” Samira Shariff brings nearly 40 years of experience building successful restaurant brands in Alberta as a multi-unit franchise owner and operator in Edmonton. .”

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40 Iconic Restaurants That No Longer Exist

RGU

After brothers Richard and Maurice McDonald signed over the rights to their company to franchise agent Ray Kroc in 1961, they forfeited the right to their name. From swanky celebrity hot spots to local institutions, take a look back at some of the most iconic restaurants that have, sadly, gone out of business.

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