Why Bruegger's launched a new design, menu

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Along with the new physical design, the chain has updated its logo, point-of-purchase materials, to-go packaging and is now in the process of updating the…

Desperately Seeking Capital: 4 things to know

Relying on family and friends to bankroll your dream can be a huge mistake.

Americans' dining out habits changed by recession

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

A new report indicates that food-away-from-home spending has dropped by nearly 13 percent.

Truth time: Fast casual leaders answer your questions

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

CEOs discuss everything from marketing and growth to washable dishes and conumer analytics.

NRA: Obama's minimum wage increase isn't the silver bullet

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

NRA: Obama's call for minimum wage increase will limit opportunities for teens and entry-level workers.

Luxury dessert lounge sips into college

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

The youth-market concept serves handcrafted fare and drinks inspired by flavors from all over the world.

Starbucks 'uniquely positioned' as consumers shift to digital

The company processed 2-plus million new Starbucks card activations a day leading up to Christmas.

Fast casual going global

It's up to restaurant operators to feed consumersthe more ethnic flavors they demand.

Are restaurant recipes protected by law?

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Understanding the proper application of trade secrets, copyrights and trademarks is key to protecting your restaurant's proprietary recipes and products.

Swipely's new release includes menu, service intelligence

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

CEO says the system offers insight into what's most profitable or likely to drive repeat customers.

NRA: Embracing technology, menu trends key in 2014

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

The industry will employ 13.5 million in 990,000 units, and restaurant job growth will outpace the overall job growth rate.

Trend watch: Potatoes are a center-plate food

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Just as the salad once moved from the sidelines to become a star entree, the potato is coming off the bench.

Pizza Hut's fast casual prototype revealed

The new formats also include digital menu boards, deck ovens and an open seating environment.

A look into the menu crystal ball: Top 3 trends of 2014

Why eggs, tea and local produce will grab the spotlight.

Ssshh: The secret's in the water

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Brooklyn Water Bagel hopes to bring its water and its bagels to every major city in the nation.

How Earl of Sandwich is beating bigger brands through mobile marketing

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

A new mobile system allows the chain to engage customers on a one-to-one level.

5 ways to build a strong brand across all markets

Market content to specific customers by incorporating geo-location data into your website.

Fast casuals targeting New Year's resolutioners

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Will skinny-seeking consumers fatten up your profits?

Restaurant Trend Mashup: What to expect in 2014

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Experts discuss how restaurants should embrace this year's food, marketing and technology trends.

Fast casual execs predict 2014 menu trends

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Healthy, tasty cuisine will be all the rage in 2014.