The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

International Dairy Queen has signed a franchise agreement with Caribbean Creamery LLC to open 20 DQ Grill & Chill locations in Puerto Rico by 2036.

7 Brew is launching its "Freeze the Heat" campaign on 1 July, featuring a new Frozen Chiller menu and a series of promotional offers designed to drive transaction volume during the peak summer period.

Local Favorite Restaurants has acquired the 46-unit chain Cotton Patch Cafe from Altamont Capital Partners, expanding its Texas-based hospitality platform.

White Castle and Garage Beer have partnered to release a limited-edition summer slider kit, marking the first of several collaborations between the two Ohio-based brands.

Subway Canada has introduced the SubDog, a limited-time menu addition that features an all-beef hot dog served on the brand's standard bread. The launch, which begins 29 June 2026

QSR operator Southpaw has acquired 43 Taco Bell locations in Columbus, Ohio, expanding its portfolio to over 230 restaurants across nine states.

Wingstop has announced the launch of Sweet Heat Chamoy featuring Tajín, a limited-time flavour offering available nationwide starting 30 June.

Liberty University has signed a 10-year agreement with Sodexo, extending a 48-year partnership to manage campus dining, hospitality, and event services.