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Hot Dog on a Stick celebrates 80 years with promotion

Multi-unit operator Andrea Huerta discusses her transition from McDonald's and El Pollo Loco to the high-volume unit economics of Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream.

The new program provides franchisees who open a new, freestanding DQ Grill & Chill® restaurant on schedule with a $150,000 lump sum cash incentive following opening.

Kahala Brands pairs Cold Stone Creamery and Wetzel’s Pretzels under one roof.

Marble Slab Creamery offers free small ice creams on July 19.

Kilwins gives away free ice cream for a year to one winner.

Amazing Brands acquires Hot Dog on a Stick for $8 million.

Kilwins offers seasonal flavors and sweepstakes for National Ice Cream Month.

Marble Slab Creamery offers free ice cream on July 19.

Amazing Brands acquires 80-year-old Hot Dog on a Stick for $8 million

Amazing Brands bought Hot Dog on a Stick for $8 million. Hot Dog on a Stick has a new owner, which hopes to turn one of America’s most recognizable mall brands into a national rest

Amazing Brands acquires Hot Dog on a Stick for expansion

Shipley Donuts signs its first nonprofit franchise agreement with SouthFair Community Development Corporation in South Dallas.

The 55-unit Canadian dessert franchise is making its American debut with a new location in Dallas as part of a larger international expansion strategy.

Dairy Queen has appointed Phil Crawford as Executive Vice President and CTO to oversee global IT operations for the brand's 7,800-plus restaurant locations.

Pretzelmaker, owned by FAT Brands Inc. , is bringing a refreshing flavor experience with a new limited-time beverage that’s SOUR THEN SWEET and seriously delicious. Available at pa

Pretzelmaker is bringing a refreshing flavor experience with a new limited-time beverage that’s SOUR THEN SWEET® and seriously delicious.

“Technology plays an increasingly critical role in empowering our business for our employees, franchisees and fans,” said Troy Bader, president and CEO at International Dairy Queen.

The frozen yogurt franchisor reported traditional store AUVs reached $934,959 in 2024, supported by a development pipeline of 60 new restaurants in various stages of construction.

The Canadian dessert franchise is making its international debut with a new location in Dallas, featuring a signature menu of Belgian waffles, crepes, and savory items.

TCBY marks 45 years of selling frozen yogurt, celebrating with throwback store branding and special flavors.

In addition, Yogurtland has approximately 60 restaurants in various stages of development and expects to open eight new locations by the end of summer, reflecting growing confidence among existing franchisees and new multi-unit investors.

Jeremiah's Italian Ice opens its first location in Gwinnett County, Georgia, expanding the brand's presence in the US with 178 total locations.

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., July 1, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- Cold Stone Creamery® is celebrating National Ice Cream Month in a big way with a new limited-time ice cream waffle taco,…