COVID option for blowing out birthday candles

Applebee’s franchisee Wisconsin Apple LLC files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection

Operator to keep 25 restaurants open during the proceedings, although sale is possible.

BurgerFi appoints former Burger King executive Julio Ramirez CEO

Ramirez formerly served as executive vice president/chief operations officer at Burger King.

Guillermo Perales’ Sun Holdings buys 41 IHOP restaurants from bankrupt CFRA Holdings

The units are now operated by Suncakes LLC.

P.F. Chang’s plans 27 P.F. Chang’s To Go locations by 2021

After opening three off-premise stores in Chicago this year, the casual-dining chain opens the first of five to-go stores in New York City; the brand is also testing self-delivery in 10 locations.

Starbucks appoints Angela Lis executive vice president and chief partner officer

Lis will be replacing Lucy Helm after Starbucks announced her retirement from the company.

Eggs Up Grill adds mimosas, tailors menu amid growth

CEO Ricky Richardson gives an update on 43-unit breakfast-lunch brand.

Main Event offers COVID option for blowing out birthday candles

Main Event Entertainment LP

Eatertainment concept introduces ‘Wishing Wand’ flame snuffers.

Bar Louie CEO Tom Fricke on the company’s future after being bought out of bankruptcy

Bar Louie’s secured lender Antares Capital LP took over the Addison, Tx.-based gastropub chain in May and begins a recovery period.

Del Taco CEO John Cappasola: ‘Our business has recovered and is now stable’

Dollar deals, delivery surge, menu innovation drive sales for quick-service brand; chain plans new store prototype in 2021.

MOD Pizza CEO Scott Svenson on why prioritizing company culture is a secret to success

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Svenson said it’s more crucial than ever to have a consistent employee culture and company message.