PizzaExpress plans U.S. debut with Florida locationsOne of the U.K.’s best-known restaurant chains is expanding across the pond. Starbucks union launches strike that will build through Christmas EveThe Starbucks Workers United union is kicking off a five-day strike at stores in three major U.S. cities. Starbucks giving big boost to paid parental leave benefit for store employees Starbucks Corp. is more than doubling one of its key U.S. store employee benefits. Ticketmaster marketing exec joins P.F. Chang's C-suite P.F. Chang’s has added a marketing veteran from outside the restaurant world to its C-suite. Dutch Bros taps Lululemon exec as new technology leader Amid its planned expansion, Dutch Bros Inc. has added a retail veteran to its C-suite. Qdoba to open first standalone stores in Arizona Qdoba Mexican Grill is expanding its footprint in the Sun Belt. Systems breach disrupts online ordering at Krispy Kreme Krispy Kreme is still suffering the effects of a cyberattack which occurred in late November 2024. Store Expansion News: November update Retailers and restaurants alike made headlines in November with store expansions and new formats. Taylor Swift generates $7 billion in retail impact during 'Eras' tour Pop music icon Taylor Swift has been very good for retailing in North America. Defunct restaurant chain Chi-Chi's plots comeback in 2025 After 20 years, a once-popular Mexican restaurant is set to make a comeback. 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last