NRA Educational Foundation's new video series showcases foodservice careers

February 7, 2014

The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation has launched a new initiative, called Project Taste Test — Servin' Up Successful Careers, that…

Togo's offering free sandwiches to celebrate opening

February 7, 2014

Togo's Eateries Inc. is celebrating the opening of its newest restaurant tomorrow in Riverbank, Calif., by giving free pastrami sandwiches to the first 50…

Smoothie King Center unveiled to host NBA All-Star game

February 7, 2014

New Orleans Pelicans owner Tom Benson and Smoothie King owner Wan Kim announced today a multiyear agreement reached between the Pelicans and Smoothie King to…

Pancheros honors outstanding franchisees, partners

February 7, 2014

Pancheros has announced this year's recipients of the its annual internal awards. Vendor of the Year, General Manager of the Year and Franchisee of the Year…

Fazoli's names new marketing VP

February 7, 2014

Jonathan Quinn has joined Fazoli's as its vice president of Marketing. Quinn brings Fazoli's more than 15 years of brand management and marketing expertise…

Bruegger's opens fourth Denver unit

February 7, 2014

Bruegger's Bagels opened its fourth Denver location today. The new bakery, located in Littleton at the Shops at Riverbend, 5350 S. Santa Fe Dr., is the first…

Best practices for digital commerce success

Finding the right partner for enabling digital commerce and loyalty is really just the first step for a successful mobile strategy.

Minimum Wage: Are you ready for employee questions?

by Jason Hamilton — VP of Marketing, Snagajob

Currently, a higher wage is encouraged but not required for businesses.

Consumer trend report explores popularity of soup and salad

February 6, 2014

A new consumer trend report from Technomic reveals insights into consumer preferences for soup and salad. According to a news release from the company, more…

Bizzare Foods' Andrew Zimmern to host event at NRA show

February 6, 2014

Andrew Zimmern, the host of Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern and Andrew Zimmern's Bizarre World on the Travel Channel, will serve as host and emcee for the…

Salsarita's founder launching fast casual Italian concept

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Italian cuisine makes sense as a fast casual concept because it looks good, cooks quickly and is great for to-go options.

Phil Friedman named CEO of Salsarita's; launching growth plan

February 6, 2014

After acquiring Salsarita's in 2011, Phil Friedman is stepping up as its CEO to launch major expansion efforts, according to a company press release. Friedman…

Smoothie King signs 100 agreements in 2013

February 6, 2014

Smoothie King Franchises experienced its fourth consecutive year of same-store sales growth and development in 2013, according to a company press release.

Charleys partners with Coca-Cola

February 6, 2014

GOSH Enterprises, parent company of Charley's Grilled Subs and Charleys Philly Steaks restaurant concepts, and The Coca-Cola Company, have announced a…

Braddah's launches retail line

February 6, 2014

Braddah's Island Style Burritos, Bowls & Tacos, a fast casual restaurant that combines Hawaiian and Mexican flavors, is now selling retail items just in…

La Madeleine opens first franchise

February 6, 2014

La Madeleine Country French Café's opening in Lubbock, Texas, marks the brand's first franchise location, according to a company press release.

Qdoba intros new queso flavors

February 6, 2014

Qdoba Mexican Grill is adding two new queso flavors to its menu. The new Queso Diablo and Queso Verde, both drawing inspiration from Qdoba's original 3-Cheese…

Garbanzo rolls out whole-wheat, gluten-free options

February 6, 2014

Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill has introduced a whole-wheat laffa wrap and a gluten-free pita to its nationwide menu offerings. Guests now have the option of…

Moe's lands at Orlando airport

February 6, 2014

"Welcome to Moe's!" can now be heard by travelers in the main terminal of the Orlando International Airport, according to a company press release.

How mobile apps help restaurants drive profits

by Jess Taylor — CEO, Blue Rocket

For restaurants, mobile is changing the customer service model by enabling more discrete time optimization. Marketers need to evaluate how to adapt their…