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Dunkin’ Concocts Canadian Expansion Plan

FER Edit — Wed, 13 May 2026 19:07:16 +0000

Inspire Brands and Foodtastic are partnering on a master franchising agreement that will bring hundreds of Dunkin’ locations to Canada. The first new unit could open as soon as later this year, with more details to come as development progresses. Foodtastic will have exclusive rights to develop the Dunkin’ brand nationally through both corporate and franchise-operated locations.

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Church’s Texas Chicken Inks 600-Unit China Deal

FER Edit — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:06:24 +0000

Church’s Texas Chicken, along with its sister brand Texas Chicken outside of the U.S., has inked a deal that will lead to 600 or more restaurants across China over the next several years. The deal marks the brand’s largest international development agreement to date. The first restaurant will open in Shanghai this summer. Church’s Texas Chicken held a signing ceremony in China.

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Starbucks Finalizes Joint Venture With Boyu Capital

FER Edit — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:31:19 +0000

Starbucks has finalized its anticipated joint venture with Boyu Capital, which it first announced last November. The deal—under which funds managed by Boyu Capital now hold a 60% stake in Starbucks China retail operations—reflects the company’s continued confidence in China as a “critical growth market.” Starbucks will retain a 40% ownership interest and continue to own and license the brand…

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Alimentaria + Hostelco Hosts Most International Edition

FER Edit — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:58:03 +0000

Trade show Alimentaria + Hostelco closed out its 2026 edition with its highest-ever number of international exhibitors and “significant participation” of national and international buyers, organizers say in the release. The show, taking place March 23-26 in Barcelona, Spain, supports the food, beverage, foodservice and hospitality equipment industry. In total, nearly 109,600…

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Big Chicken Opens First Stores in Central America

FER Edit — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 19:55:49 +0000

Shaquille O’Neal’s concept Big Chicken has officially opened its first two restaurants in Central America. The openings in San Pedro Sula and La Ceiba this month mark the brand’s launch in Honduras. Multiunit franchisee and entrepreneur Thomas Talarico, CEO and partner of BLT UK Holdings, will lead Big Chicken’s development in Honduras. Talarico and his team also have their sights on Costa Rica…

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Dog Haus En Route to Mexico Premiere

FER Edit — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 19:43:42 +0000

At least 20 Dog Haus units are coming to Mexico, the brand announced Thursday, March 12. The chain’s global expansion, in partnership with HAK Capital & Brand Management, will kick off this summer with a debut unit in Mérida, Yucatán. From there, Dog Haus plans to expand into Mexico City, Tijuana, the Riviera Maya and Monterrey over the next several years. “Expanding into Mexico marks a major…

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TGI Fridays Makes First Plans for Sub-Saharan Africa

FER Edit — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 21:28:10 +0000

TGI Fridays has officially booked its Kenyan debut. The chain, which currently has nearly 400 units in almost 40 countries, is set to open 10 units within PrideIn Hotels and Resorts properties across Kenya. The first such restaurants are expected to open within the next 12 months. “Kenya is an exciting market with a growing hospitality sector and a strong culture of social dining…

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Wendy’s Inks Franchise Agreements in Mexico

FER Edit — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 16:47:38 +0000

Wendy’s is making headway on its growth plans for Mexico. On March 4, the brand announced two new franchise agreements in the country, totaling 62 units. AJ Group is set to develop 50 new Wendy’s restaurants in Mexico City and the states of Mexico, Hidalgo and Morelos, while WS Pacific has agreed to develop 12 units across the states of Sinaloa and Durango. “These agreements reflect the…

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Jimmy John’s Enters Mexico

FER Edit — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 17:44:34 +0000

Inspire Brands and franchisee Grupo Cever celebrated this month Jimmy John’s arrival at its Mexico flagship location, the Mexico City campus of Tecnologico de Monterrey. “We’re excited to bring Jimmy John’s premium ingredients and unmatched convenience to Mexico with Grupo Cever,” says Inspire International President and Managing Director Michael Haley in the release. Jimmy John’s Mexico menu…

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T&S Brass Hires Central India Area Sales Manager

FER Edit — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:01:47 +0000

S Brass and Bronze Works has hired Devendra Meshram as area sales manager-central India. Meshram brings more than 20 years of sales experience to the role, where he’ll work closely with regional partners to drive collaboration, guide specification efforts and ensure customers receive responsive, localized support. “Devendra will be a great addition to the team,” says Ken Gallagher…

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