Global Foodservice News
How restaurants can prepare for an influx of aging diners
People aged 65 and older will account for 18% of all U.S. restaurant spending in 2030, up from just 10% in 2025, according to Technomic. An aging U.S. population will reshape the restaurant industry in the years ahead, experts say. A major demographic shift is on the horizon, with all Baby Boomers reaching retirement age…
Read MoreGong cha buys 170 US stores from master franchisee
The purchase will help the bubble tea brand strengthen its U.S. system and ultimately speed up growth as it targets 1,000 units in the country. Dive Brief: Gong cha, a bubble tea concept with over 2,200 units globally, has acquired 170 U.S. locations from a master franchisee, a majority of its roughly 240 stores in…
Read MoreJimmy John’s promotes CMO to president
Darin Dugan succeeds James North, who spent more than 20 years as the chain’s brand president. Dive Brief: Jimmy John’s promoted its chief marketing officer, Darin Dugan, to brand president as part of a broader shift in the chain’s executive leadership, the brand said Monday. Dugan succeeds James North, who has served as Jimmy John’s…
Read MoreKrystal promotes Amanda Hyde to chief operating officer
She will report to G.J. Hart, chief executive officer of parent company SPB Hospitality Krystal has promoted Amanda Hyde to chief operating officer. In her elevated role, she will report directly G.J. Hart, chairman and chief executive officer of parent company SPB Hospitality. Hyde brings more than two decades of restaurant industry experience spanning operations,…
Read MorePlanta’s Ch. 11 bankruptcy converted to liquidation
A Delaware court approved the Chapter 7 declaration once the debtor stated no other options were available Planta, a plant-based restaurant chain founded in Toronto in 2016, will be liquidated following a court approval to convert its Chapter 11 bankruptcy case to Chapter 7. A Delaware judge ruled on the decision following the debtor’s statement…
Read MoreLogan’s Roadhouse is sold to Cicis owner SSCP
Previous owner SPB Hospitality will shift focus to its upscale-casual concepts like J. Alexander’s, while SSCP expands into the steakhouse category. Logan’s Roadhouse has quietly changed hands. SPB Hospitality sold the steakhouse chain to SSCP Management, which owns Cicis Pizza, Corner Bakery and Roy’s and also operates dozens of Applebee’s and Sonic restaurants. Terms of…
Read MoreBurger King appears to come out on top of the burger wars
The fast-food chain received a spike in visits last week after the brand’s president went viral for taking a bite of the Whopper, according to data from the food traffic tracking firm Placer.ai. Tom Curtis apparently should go viral more often. Data from the food traffic tracking firm Placer.ai suggests that the Burger King president’s…
Read MoreGlobal Foodservice News — March 1, 2026
Industry Spotlight Panera faces multiple lawsuits following data breach Customers seeking class-action status argue in court that the fast-casual chain failed to protect their personal information, even after being hit by a cyberattack last year. Panera Bread is facing at least seven lawsuits filed in recent weeks in federal court after another data breach…
Read MoreIndustry Reacts to EPA Reversal 0n GHG Emissions
USGBC, AIA, ACEEE among groups expressing dismay, resolve after federal withdrawal of 2009 endangerment finding. Key Highlights Sustainable design and health organizations warn that this EPA rollback of GHG standards will lead to increased pollution, health risks, and higher costs for consumers and businesses; Industry groups express concern over potential job losses and economic setbacks…
Read MoreGeorgia-Pacific appoints Nate Medina as senior vice president and general manager of GP PRO sales
The executive will lead commercial teams with a focus on growth, execution, and customer relationship strengthening Georgia-Pacific announced the appointment of Nate Medina as senior vice president and general manager of sales for GP PRO. In this role, Medina will oversee field sales, national accounts, and distribution teams, aiming to drive commercial execution and strengthen…
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