Foodservice Equipment Reports

10/07/2025

Amy Lewis, of Kitchens to Go, and Stephanie Gilbert, of Food Service Holdings, were among those honored at the recent in California.
https://bit.ly/4gTE1qL

In September, at its national conference in Palm Springs, Calif., SHFM announced Amy Lewis, of Kitchens to Go, as the recipient of Bob Pacifico Above & Beyond Award and Stephanie Gilbert…

10/06/2025

MarkeTeam's acquisition of a fellow rep firm marks one of the latest deals in the foodservice industry.
https://bit.ly/489sMYQ

Going forward, DFS will be known as MarkeTeam Foodservice West in California and Nevada.

10/03/2025

Popeyes has signed deals with several regional franchisees to bring more than 300 restaurants to Mexico over the next 10 years https://bit.ly/4o4lGJL

Deals with regional franchisees will lead to more than 300 stores in Mexico over the next 10 years.

10/03/2025

With its new kiosk pilot, Clean Juice says it "hopes to validate a new distribution model that could be scaled to other airports and transportation hubs nationwide.”
https://bit.ly/42klU7j

The brand doesn’t otherwise have a presence in the market, nor any other kiosks to date.

10/02/2025

Thank you, Frymaster, for your incredible support as a sponsor of ! 🏝️

Register to attend MUFES today: ➡️ https://www.fermag.com/mufes/

Organized by Foodservice Equipment Reports, MUFES is a unique event for decision-makers from multiunit restaurant brands and noncommercial facilities. You'll have the chance to hear from industry movers and have personal conversations with a wide range of professionals. Unwind with golf, cocktails, dinners and plenty of networking opportunities as you refine your game plan for 2026.

MUFES will take place Feb. 2-4, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa in beautiful Clearwater Beach, Fla.

10/02/2025

Hawaiian Bros Island Grill, serving island-inspired plate lunches, has opened it first unit in Las Vegas https://bit.ly/4mFebru

Touting a simple menu and a kitchen void of freezers, fryers and microwaves, the brand expands its reach.

10/01/2025

Sponsored:
Everidge is bringing the COOL to Kitchen Arena at the World Food Championships Oct. 16-19 in Indianapolis! Their Cool on the Move Mobile Units and Blast Chillers will support competitors with top-tier refrigeration during the heat of competition. Stop by to see the chill in action! www.everidge.com

10/01/2025

Eastern Tabletop Mfg. Co. has named Jason Lee its director of national key accounts https://bit.ly/48HCguv

In his new role, Jason Lee will oversee the strategic plans for large-scale national accounts and dealer networks.

09/30/2025

Sponsored:
Hussmann will showcase its Evolve Technologies portfolio of solutions at NACSs.
https://www.hussmann.com/en/retail-sustainability

With the next round of AIM Act regulations going into effect in 2026, Hussmann plans to provide education and resources to NACS show attendees on the various Low GWP refrigerant options available for c-stores. Solutions featured in its booth this year include a wide range of propane (R-290) merchandisers including the new, in counter FS-OB and several self-contained merchandisers ideal for grab-and-go displays.
https://www.hussmann.com/en/self-contained-merchandiser

We invite you to stop by Hussmann booth # S6462 at NACS to meet with product experts and learn about merchandising solutions to maximize sales.

As Hussmann continues our next century of service, we are committed to moving food retail forward, and to leaving our planet better than we found it.

09/30/2025

The application period for the 2026 round of the —a longtime hallmark of the National Restaurant Association Show—is now open.
https://bit.ly/3Kk24mp

To earn the recognition, products must be new to the U.S. from within 24 months of the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show.

09/29/2025

One of FAT Brands' burger concepts has inked a multiunit deal that will usher in its next chapter in Japan.
https://bit.ly/4pE3eJs

For five years, the brand had a unit in Tokyo’s Shibuya shopping mall, which closed amid renovations in 2023.

09/26/2025

Illinois-based Portillo's is launching the search for its next CEO. The brand also recently discontinued its Chicago breakfast pilot and
said it expects to open 8 units in fiscal 2026, including its first airport location.
https://bit.ly/3KjFxGc

The search committee includes directors Paulette Dodson, G.J. Hart, Eugene I. Lee Jr., and Michael A. Miles, Jr., and will be assisted by an executive search firm.