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Starbucks donates $3M to Chinese leadership program
June 6, 2014
Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz this week reaffirmed the brand’s commitment to China by announcing Starbucks Foundation’s $3 million investment throughout the…
read nowNew Miami Subs Grill rolls out World Cup collectors items
June 6, 2014
The New Miami Subs Grill is celebrating the FIFA World Cup in Brazil this month with a special limited‐time offer: From June 12 to July 13, fans can purchase…
read nowCowboy Chicken partners with Texas beverage company for exclusive tea blend
June 6, 2014
Cowboy Chicken Wood Fire Rotisserie has announced the return of its fresh-cut watermelon and Watermelon Tea. This year, Cowboy Chicken partnered with Texas…
read nowJTM Food Group removes ‘yoga mat’ chemical from all bakery products
June 6, 2014
JTM Food Group has responded to growing public concerns regarding the use of ADA, or azodicarbonamide, in bakery products, reformulating its bread items…
read nowTogo's adds Cuban flair to sandwich line
June 6, 2014
Togo's Eateries Inc. has introduced its latest premium pork sandwich — the new Toasted Cuban sandwich, featuring pulled pork and Black Forest ham topped with…
read nowKneaders Bakery & Café named as state’s top pastry provider
June 6, 2014
Orem, Utah-based Kneaders Bakery & Cafe has received the Best-of-State pastry award.
read nowJohnny Rockets plans entry into Colombia and Tunisia
June 6, 2014
Johnny Rockets marks its 28th anniversary today, and plans to celebrate by announcing its intention to enter two new markets this year — Colombia and Tunisia.
read nowMaui Wowi Hawaiian offering franchising discount for teachers
June 6, 2014
Just in time for summer break, Maui Wowi Hawaiian has announced its Teacher Discount. The offer, which is valid until the end of August 2014, gives retired or…
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If you build it, they will come and you will profit
by John Krebs — President, Axis Purchasing
Many operators also neglect to examine the pricing of kitchen supplies, which is the number one area for savings.
read nowNoodles & Company marks 400th location milestone
June 5, 2014
Noodles & Company opened its 400th location this week. The milestone restaurant is in Fair Lawn, N.J., and operated by franchisee Mascott Corp.
read nowInclement weather boosts delivery food orders
June 5, 2014
The extreme weather in Q1 2014 yielded good and bad news for the U.S. restaurant industry — total visits dipped, but delivery got a boost.
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Popbar brings its dessert treats to California
June 5, 2014
New York-based Popbar, the maker of customizable popGelato, popSorbetto and YogurtPops, opened its first California location at the Anaheim Packing District on…
read nowInnovation Center opens in Colorado for foodservice professionals
June 5, 2014
Food and Drink Resources, a Centennial, Colo.-based consultancy firm, has opened a new Innovation Center for food and drink professionals. The founders of the…
read nowJohnny Rockets aims at North Carolina for growth
June 5, 2014
Johnny Rockets plans to grow its footprint throughout North Carolina, with an immediate focus on Charlotte and Raleigh. The brand currently has one location in…
read nowGranbury updates payment and coupon options
June 5, 2014
POS provider Granbury Solutions announced a new release of its online ordering engine, aimed at enabling its thousands of restaurant operators who accept…
read nowFans to name boloco's new kale smoothie
June 5, 2014
The boloco burrito chain will unveil a new kale smoothie this summer that will also include mango, cucumbers, celery, apple juice, honey and ice. The…
read nowPotbelly’s first South Dakota location set to open
June 5, 2014
Potbelly Sandwich Shop has signed an agreement that will bring its first shop to South Dakota. Currently slated to open this winter, the shop will be located…
read nowHow Do You Roll? plans sushi giveaway
June 5, 2014
To mark International Sushi Day, June 18, How Do You Roll? will serve all customers a free sushi roll. Customers can also enter a social media contest to win…
read nowHow to craft a loyalty program for active social networkers
June 5, 2014
New research from Mintel shows that posting food pictures has gone beyond a few fringe foodies and is infiltrating the mainstream: 13 percent of those who have…
read nowPanera’s franchise base commits to new technology platform
June 5, 2014
Panera Bread announced today that 100 percent of its franchisees have committed to Panera 2.0, a series of technologies including digital ordering and payment.
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