
Apple cuts into pumpkin's dominance as a fall flavor
Pumpkin has long dominated the fall beverage lineup, but this year, several chains have put apple into the mix.
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Pumpkin has long dominated the fall beverage lineup, but this year, several chains have put apple into the mix.
The Melt has landed at SFO. The San Francisco-founded and headquartered fast-casual favorite is now open in San Francisco International Airport’s Harvey Milk Terminal 1, bringing its signature MeltBurgers to travelers from around the world.

Ace Hardware Corporation, the world’s largest hardware cooperative, announced changes to the company’s Board of Directors following its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf is a premium global roaster and retailer of specialty coffee and tea beverages.

Peet's Coffee provides an overview of its brand, including its mission, vision, and franchise costs, fees, and profit projections.

Keurig Dr Pepper announced it will acquire JDE Peet’s in an $18 billion deal, splitting into two independent companies: Global Coffee Co. and Beverage Co.

International franchise news includes Gong cha’s 2000th store opening, Slim Chickens’ Turkey debut, and McDonald’s China owners planning a $4 billion exit.

Ace Hardware announces two new board members and re-elects two directors.
Gloria Jean’s Coffees opens new drive-thru location in Pharr, Texas, creating nearly 20 new jobs in the local community.
Gloria Jean's Coffees opened a new drive-thru location in Homewood, Illinois, offering a full assortment of products and signature flavored whole beans for purchase.

On the Border has appointed chain restaurant industry veteran Luis Ruvalcaba as its new COO, according to a Restaurant Business report.

Several fast food chains offer Cyber Monday deals, including Quiznos and Potbelly.

Peet's Coffee and Tea has appointed a new CEO, Kenneth C. "Casey" Keller Jr., who previously served as the global president of Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company.

1851 Franchise discusses lessons from non-franchise brands and the importance of technology in franchising.

Peet's Coffee increases loyalty members by 350% after partnering with Paytronix to enhance its loyalty app.

Retail Food Group, a global food and beverage company and the largest multi-brand retail food franchisor in Australia, has announced the hiring of Sam Ferreira as president of U.S.

Panera Bread Company is sold to JAB Holding Company for $7.5 billion.