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Savory Fund, the Salt Lake City private-equity firm that owns restaurant chains like Bonrue Bakery, Hawkers Asian Street Food, and Via 313 Pizzeria, just closed its third fund, raising $201.5 million in the process.

Savory Fund closes $200 million Fund III for restaurant investments

Savory Fund, the restaurant-focused private equity firm behind category leaders like Swig and Mo’ Bettahs, announced its strategic investment in Zao Asian Grill, the fast-casual concept delivering fresh, bold, Asian-insp

- Fast Casual - Finance - News Savory Fund invests in Zao Asian Grill to scale pan-Asian concept The 23-unit fast-casual brand was founded by veteran restaurateur Dave Duffin and r

Savory Fund invests in Zao Asian Grill for national growth

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The American hot chicken brand has signed a master franchise agreement with PizzaExpress to open 50 locations across the United Kingdom over the next several years.

The Las Vegas-based fast-casual brand is expanding internationally through a master franchise agreement with PizzaExpress to open 50 locations across the UK.

Houston TX Hot Chicken expands to UK through franchise deal

Houston TX Hot Chicken CEO Brian Simowitz prioritizes strong economics and well-capitalized partners for growth.

Saigon Hustle expands with Savory Fund and Virentes Partners backing.

Houston TX Hot Chicken launches loyalty app and opens new store.

Training is a key component to ensuring that an employee is onboarded properly, and is getting continuing education to be able to learn and grow in their positions, especially with shifts in technology.