Top 100: People – Kevin Miles, Zoës Kitchen

November 7, 2014

Kevin Miles, president of Zoës Kitchen, is number four on our list of the 2014 Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers: People.

Veterans can score free froyo at Orange Leaf on Veteran's Day

November 7, 2014

Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt will offer all retired and active-duty military personnel a free cup of froyo, up to 11 ounces, on Veteran's Day, Nov. 11.

Genghis Grill sponsors 'Build Your Own Bowl' contest

November 7, 2014

The contest will reward three contestants with free Genghis Grill for a year in recognition of their original creations.

Argo Tea launches pay-ahead mobile app

November 7, 2014

The new Argo LoyalTEA app will allow users to pre-order and pay for beverages for immediate pick-up at the bar station upon arrival.

Dickey's ramping up holiday offerings with online ordering

November 7, 2014

The day before Thanksgiving is the biggest sales day of the year for Dickey's, with a more than 80 percent increase for the 2013 holiday season.

La Madeleine rolls out holiday menu

November 7, 2014

La Madeleine French Country Café has announced its holiday seasonal menu.

Costa Vida expands Nevada footprint

November 7, 2014

The new Costa Vida location will be the second opening in the Reno area by owner Gary Moore.

Newk's will open newest location with Make-A-Wish Fundraiser

November 7, 2014

The fundraiser is part of the grand opening celebration for the newest Newk's, located in the Inverness area in Birmingham, Alabama.

Noodles & Company makes incremental progress in Q3

November 7, 2014

Noodles & Company announced that same-store comps increased 1.7 percent system-wide.

Tropical Smoothie Café opens milestone 400th restaurant

November 7, 2014

The 400th café, located at 5221 Monroe Street in Toledo, Ohio, is owned by multi-unit franchisee Julie Munson.

Miami Subs offers vets 50% off

November 7, 2014

Miami Subs and The New Miami Grill will offer 50 percent off menu items for Veterans Day promotion.

Maui Wowi adds holiday heat

November 7, 2014

Maui Wowi Hawaiian is releasing two holiday espresso beverages to its menu: Peppermint Mocha and Gingerbread Latte.

Illegal Pete's won't change name, despite pressure from Latino groups

November 7, 2014

Owner Pete Turner said the chain's name is not a reference to immigrants who enter the country illegally, but comes from a novel and the name he shares with…

5 tips to promote upcoming events at your restaurant

Work with local businesses and non-profits to promote your restaurant’s event, tie them to your event theme and encourage a co-sponsorship.

CIT: Fast casual has changed landscape through customization and quality

November 6, 2014

The fast casual segment continues to outpace the rest of the restaurant industry and will continue to do so, despite having higher price points than its QSR…

Blast 825 Pizza launches franchising program

November 6, 2014

California-based Blast 825 Pizza, a fast casual concept that is part of Milano Restaurants, has announced the launch of a franchising program. The brand is now…

What do restaurant operators need to know about Ebola?

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

Ebola has grabbed the headlines, but operators need to be prepared for more mundane risks, like influenza and norovirus.

More UK restaurant consumers seeking alternative diets

November 6, 2014

Technomic has released its top five trend predictions for the United Kingdom foodservice market moving into 2015. They are listed as follows:

Fiesta Restaurant Group reports increases for Q3

November 6, 2014

Fiesta Restaurant Group, parent company of the Pollo Tropical and Taco Cabana, reported comp growth for both brands in Q3 2014.

Bruegger’s Bagels launches 12th annual Bottomless Mug season

November 6, 2014

Bruegger’s Bagels kicks off the 12th season of its Bottomless Mug program today and will celebrate with Free Coffee Day on Nov. 13.