Month: May 2024

Burger King Company Completes Acquisition of Carrols Restaurant Group

May 30, 2024 Restaurant Brands International

With the close of the acquisition, RBI adds the largest Burger King® (“BK”) franchisee in the United States to its portfolio as part of the Company’s Reclaim the Flame plan. As previously announced, the Company will invest a further $500M to accelerate the reimaging of more than 600 Carrols restaurants before refranchising the majority of the acquired portfolio to new or existing smaller franchise operators over the next seven years. …

PAR Technology Elevates Table Service Experience with Brink POS 2024 Spring Release

May 30, 2024 PAR Technology Corporation

Designed to empower restaurants in navigating the balance between operational efficiency and exceptional guest experiences, this update introduces a variety of features aimed at simplifying daily administration, enhancing table service, and strengthening the connection between businesses and their patrons. …

U.S. Seafood Imports Expand as Domestic Aquaculture Industry Repositions Itself

May 30, 2024 Christopher G. Davis and Caird E. Rexroad, USDA Amber Waves

Aquaculture is the production of aquatic animals and plants under controlled conditions. Over the past two decades, the structure of the U.S. aquaculture industry has changed considerably, while U.S. demand for seafood has expanded. …

Conservation Alliance for Seafood Solutions Board Appoints Meaghan Hudgins, Senior Director of Operations and Development, as New Executive Director

May 30, 2024 Conservation Alliance for Seafood Solutions

As Executive Director, Meaghan Hudgins will lead the collective charge to identify and capitalize on the organization’s key strategic and organizational opportunities. Using a people-first approach, she will leverage her expertise and tenure to facilitate collaborations and support the incubation of ideas and strategies across organizations.  …

Heath Riles BBQ Triumphs as 2024 Memphis in May Rib Champion with Prairie Fresh USA Prime Backribs

May 30, 2024 Prairie Fresh

For the second time in three years, Heath Riles BBQ emerged victorious as the 2024 Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest Rib Champion. The secret behind their success? Heath Riles’ signature rubs and sauces paired with Prairie Fresh USA Prime® backribs. …