Catering Franchise News
The latest Catering franchise news.
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is putting a frozen spin on one of today’s most in-demand beverages with the launch of its NEW Frozen Matcha.
February 19th, 2026
Captain D’s is turning up the crunch this Lent with a bold new twist on its classic Butterfly Shrimp.
February 9th, 2026
Valentine’s Day and chocolate go hand in hand, and Peterbrooke Chocolatier Pensacola is leaning into the tradition with a lineup built for gifting, sharing and celebrating.
February 6th, 2026
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, the largest Italian Ice concept in the world, is celebrating the season of love with the launch of its newest limited-time flavor: Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Cream Ice.
February 2nd, 2026
Under the leadership of franchisee Dick Davis, Pancheros Mexican Grill will officially open its sixth location in Missouri on Tuesday, February 3 in Springfield, MO.
January 27th, 2026
Hungry Howie’s is continuing its growth across Metro Detroit with the opening of three new locations in Mt. Clemens, Redford and West Bloomfield, with a Detroit proper location on the Wayne State University campus slated to open soon.
January 23rd, 2026
Captain D’s, the nation’s leading fast-casual seafood restaurant, has opened a new location in Gainesville, Florida, at 209 NW 75th Street in the Tower Center Shopping Mall, just off the bustling Newberry Street area.
January 21st, 2026
Rock N’ Roll Sushi kicked off the year loud with the “New Year New Jam,” menu, a fresh lineup of dishes and a mocktail that brings heat, sweetness and balance to menus nationwide beginning Jan. 5.
January 13th, 2026
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Kevin Behan
April 13th, 2026
Hungry Howie's, the originators of Flavored Crust® pizza, closed out 2025 with a year defined by strategic growth, menu innovation, and meaningful community engagement.
January 12th, 2026
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is entering 2026 with strong momentum following a record-setting year marked by accelerated franchise growth, new incentive programs and a major systemwide milestone.
January 9th, 2026
Hungry Howie's, the originator of Flavored Crust® pizza, announces the nationwide return of its limited-time Garlic Ranch Flavored Crust, available now through March 31, or while supplies last.
January 8th, 2026
Rock N Roll Sushi closed the year with broader market presence, increased territory reach and firm traction in franchise development.
December 22nd, 2025
The strings are tuned, levels are checked and the mic is hot as Rock N’ Roll Sushi prepares to take the stage in Oxford on Dec. 15.
December 15th, 2025
Captain D’s, the nation’s leading fast-casual seafood restaurant, has officially made its debut in the Northeast with a Dec. 8 grand opening at 763 E. Gunhill Road in the Bronx.
December 9th, 2025
Osmow’s is hosting a grand opening celebration on Thursday, December 11, 2025 at its newest location at 569 Milltown Road.
December 3rd, 2025
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, the largest Italian Ice concept in the world, is blending up November with its famously rich and creamy Milkshakes.
November 13th, 2025
Hungry Howie’s, the originator of the Flavored Crust® pizza franchise, announced its newest location in St. Clair Shores is now open at 27101 Harper, St. Clair Shores, MI 48081.
November 10th, 2025
Hungry Howie’s, the originator of the Flavored Crust® pizza franchise, announced its newest location in Southfield, Michigan is now open at 18213 W. 10 Mile Road.
November 10th, 2025
Iowa-based fresh-Mex concept, Pancheros Mexican Grill, has named Dan Sacco and Doug Ormsby as its 2025 Franchisees of the Year.
November 6th, 2025
The strings are tuned, levels are checked and the mic is hot as Rock N’ Roll Sushi prepares to take the stage in Sikeston for the first time on Nov. 6.
November 3rd, 2025
Captain D’s, the nation’s leading fast-casual seafood restaurant, is proud to announce the Grand Opening of its newest location in Arlington, Texas, on Monday, November 3, 2025, at 1750 North Bardin Road, Suite 100. 
November 3rd, 2025
Mellow Mushroom has been recognized in the 2025 MarketForce Casual Dining Report.
October 15th, 2025
Rock N Roll Sushi, a fast casual sushi brand known for its vibrant, music-inspired dining experience, signed an area development agreement paving the way for its entrance in Austin and the next step in its strategic growth across the Lone Star State.
October 15th, 2025
Brixx Wood Fired Pizza + Craft Bar and the Charlotte Hornets are teaming up once again.
October 14th, 2025
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Kevin Behan
February 28th, 2026
The wait is nearly over: Captain D’s, the iconic American seafood chain, will open its first ever UK restaurant at Westwood Cross Shopping Centre, Broadstairs, on 20 October.
October 10th, 2025
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard has acquired franchise locations in Savannah, Georgia, converting them into the brand’s first corporate-owned shops in more than 15 years and signaling a new phase of strategic investment and growth.
October 9th, 2025
Sweet, Spooky, and Scary-Good: Witches’ Brew-Berry Casts a Flavor Spell at Rita’s This Halloween
Halloween is just around the corner, and Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, the largest Italian Ice concept in the world, is concocting a new flavor that’s both wickedly refreshing and hauntingly delicious.
October 6th, 2025
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Chris Cheek
January 20th, 2026
Hungry Howie's is once again turning its pizza boxes pink this fall with the launch of its 17th Annual Love, Hope & Pizza® campaign, benefiting National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc.® (NBCF).
September 29th, 2025

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