This story was originally published on Restaurant Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily Restaurant Dive newsletter. When George McAllan joined Sonny’s BBQ as chief growth officer a year ago, the full-service chain hadn’t added a new franchisee in about eight years. But that is about to change. Over the past year, the company developed processes for franchisees and added mapping software and other technology to make sure its IT platforms are up to speed. The chain has been ...

Core Viewpoint - Dickey's Barbecue Pit is hosting a free family event that combines football, barbecue, and Thanksgiving celebrations in Texas [1] Group 1 - The event is scheduled for Saturday, November 19, 2025, and aims to celebrate Texas culture [1] - The collaboration with Drew Pearson, a former Dallas Cowboys player, highlights the connection between the event and local football heritage [1]