Crumbs closes stores to focus on online business

BOSTON – Crumbs Bake Shops, based in New York, is closing its 26 stores, reportedly, to focus on its online business. Meanwhile, former owner Michael Lemonis, who no longer has a stake in the business, will open The Simple Greek here, Eater Boston reports.

Boston’s Foumami introduces new franchising program

BOSTON – This fast casual Asian sandwich and salad concept is introducing franchising, positioning itself to capitalize on Asian food’s status, it says, as the fastest growing segment in the category. Go to info@foumamifranchise.com.