In the highly competitive world of franchise restaurants, achieving top recognition often takes years of established operation, but the Florence, Alabama, Mugshots Grill & Bar has decisively rewritten that timeline. The downtown location, under the leadership of franchisee Lauren Brink, has been
The aroma of a slow-cooked pot roast, rich with savory herbs and tender vegetables, often conjures powerful memories of family gatherings and comforting home-cooked meals. Replicating that authentic, soul-soothing experience in a commercial kitchen presents a formidable challenge, as it requires a
In an era increasingly dominated by digital payments and seamless transactions, the humble one-cent coin has emerged as an unlikely and significant obstacle for one of America's largest economic engines. The U.S. restaurant industry, a sector that generates over a trillion dollars in annual sales,
As 2025 draws to a close, Houston's culinary landscape is demonstrating its relentless dynamism, capping off the year with a remarkable wave of high-profile restaurant openings that span a diverse range of cuisines and concepts. This end-of-year surge has brought a fresh collection of dining
In a year when franchise systems have chased growth while rediscovering the basics of cash-on-cash returns, FSC Franchise Co.’s decision to appoint John Massari as chief financial officer framed a timely test of whether disciplined finance can power scale without diluting brand identity or
Brooklyn’s kitchens and storefronts moved with unusual speed this November, revealing a borough that favors approachable quality, family-centric design, and nimble formats that work as well on a Tuesday afternoon as they do after a Barclays doubleheader or a Domino Park sunset crowd. The latest
