Snacks & dessert — page 6

Cold Stone Creameryi s accelerating its expansion across Michigan, with plans to develop eight to 12 new locations over the next four years.

The charcuterie franchise reported a 65% jump in same-store sales and 23 new location openings during the first half of 2026, marking its 20th consecutive quarter of growth.

Some favorites just never get old. Insomnia Cookies is bringing three beloved flavors back from the vault with its limited-edition Nostalgia lineup, inspired by classic breakfast cereals, lunchbox staples and flavors that have stood the test of time.

Wetzel’s Pretzels opens at Cannon Beach Surf Park in Mesa, Arizona.

MilkShake Factory, the neighborhood dessert destination known for its handspun milkshakes and small-batch, premium chocolates, is bringing its handcrafted treats to the heart of Old Town Fort Collins with a location that

MilkShake Factory opens in Old Town Fort Collins on August 15.

Handel’s Ice Cream, the beloved brand serving ice cream since 1945, is crafting a delightful treat with the NEW Cheesecake with Biscoff Cookies.

Gabby is opening the dollhouse doors, and Auntie Anne’s is bringing the pretzels.

Rita's offers free cone with purchase on National Frozen Custard Day

Atlanta, GA, USA – Gabby is opening the dollhouse doors, and Auntie Anne’s is bringing the pretzels.

Located at the desert’s only surf-n-shop destination, renowned for its premier dining and retail offerings, the new Wetzel’s Pretzels will add even more flavor with its craveable snacks and refreshing line of signature drinks.

Every few months the conversation resurfaces: Should we eliminate tipping? On the surface, it sounds like a simple solution. Pay everyone a higher hourly wage and remove tips altog

Schroeder brings more than 15 years of franchise development leadership experience and has helped grow franchise brands in the United States and internationally.

Sweet Paris Crêperie & Cafe opens in Cary, North Carolina

Known for staying ahead of food trends while putting its own handcrafted twist on classic flavors, Kolache Factory is spotlighting yuzu—a vibrant citrus fruit that has been a staple in…

Andy's Frozen Custard offers free coozies with purchases on National Frozen Custard Day.

Insomnia Cookies offers BOGO deal for National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day

Veteran Cold Stone Creamery operator Arshad Khwaja is expanding his portfolio with a new co-branded location alongside Wetzel’s Pretzels in the Bronx.

Veteran marketing executive Jenn Johnston joins the leadership team to oversee enterprise strategy following the brand's acquisition of Hot Dog on a Stick.

The dessert franchise signed 25 new agreements in the first half of 2026, surpassing its total for all of 2025 as same-store sales climbed 30%.

16 Handles surpasses last year's franchise growth in six months.

Wetzel's Pretzels and Cold Stone Creamery open co-brand location in Bronx.

The legacy frozen yogurt franchisor is marking its 45th year with a nationwide buy-one-get-one promotion and a new brand campaign centered on community.

Amazing Brands is a multi-brand restaurant and hospitality platform with brands including Pinkbox Doughnuts, Siegel's Bagelmania, Piero's Italian Cuisine and Hot Dog on a Stick.