Restaurant & Bar News

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Coca-Cola Company today announced that its board of directors has elected Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Henrique Braun as CEO, effective March 31, 2026. Braun will succeed James Quincey, who will transition to Executive Chairman after serving as CEO for nine years. The board also plans to nominate Braun, 57, to stand for election as a director at the company’s 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareowners. Leadership transition Quincey, 60, will step do...

MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Southern Glazer's announced findings from its 2026 Liquid Insights Tour....

BARDSTOWN, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--While the broader distilled spirits industry continues to face well-documented headwinds, Lofted Spirits continues to make decisive moves that underscore their confidence in the category and their contract offering. The producer of award-winning brands Bardstown Bourbon Company and Green River Distilling Co., and largest distiller of Kentucky custom contract whiskey, has broken ground on an 4,000 square-foot expansion that will nearly double the footprint of its...

LOUISVILLE, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE: YUM), in collaboration with its internal strategy agency Collider Lab, today released its first-ever trends report. The 2026 Food Trends Report: What’s Next in Dining uncovers the cultural and consumer shifts shaping how and what people will eat in 2026, offering insights on the evolving expectations of modern diners. With more than 62,000 restaurants worldwide, Yum! has an unmatched view into what’s happening across global food culture...

CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Krispy Kreme® will help doughnut fans across the United States spread more holiday cheer this Friday for just $1. On Friday, 12/12 only, Krispy Kreme will return its annual "Day of the Dozens," offering guests a dozen Original Glazed® doughnuts for just $1 with the purchase of any dozen (or 16-ct Minis) at regular price. Krispy Kreme fans can treat themselves, loved ones, friends and co-workers to this sweet holiday deal in-shop, via drive-thru, or online for p...

SAN LEANDRO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Torani, a leading flavor company since 1925, today announced that it has sustained an average 20% compounded annual growth rate for an unprecedented 34 years. In its centennial year, the company is outperforming its own strong record, generating $150M more in revenue than last year and accelerating toward becoming a $1 billion business by 2030. These milestones stand in contrast to widespread headlines about economic volatility and automation-driven workfor...

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ark Restaurants Corp. (NASDAQ:ARKR) will hold a conference call for investors and analysts to discuss financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended September 27, 2025 on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The dial-in numbers to participate in the conference call are: Toll-Free – 1-877-407-4018 Toll/International – 1-201-689-8471 Participants can also access the conference call by visiting Call me™ at: https://callme.viavid.com/viavid/?cal...

TEMPLE, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--McLane Company expands community impact through 2025 charitable Initiatives....

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CIM Group announced today that The Irish Exit, the acclaimed modern Irish bar concept from New York’s award-winning The Dead Rabbit Group, has signed a 4,735-square-foot lease for its first location outside New York City in the Entertainment District at Centennial Yards, the $5 billion, 50-acre mixed-use redevelopment transforming Downtown Atlanta. The Irish Exit is a concept from The Dead Rabbit Group, focusing on bringing the contemporary Irish pub to entertainment a...

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Olo Inc., a leading restaurant technology provider, today announced a strategic partnership with Zipline, the world's most experienced and advanced autonomous delivery service, to integrate drone delivery capabilities into the Olo platform. Expected to launch in early 2026, the integration will enable restaurant brands using Olo Rails to offer Zipline’s autonomous drone delivery as a fulfillment option, streamlining operations while expanding their reach to serve more...