Capriotti's opens 2nd Orange County location

March 13, 2013

Capriotti's Sandwich Shop is opening this week in Orange County's Newport Place retail center near Los Angeles.

Updated: NYC soda ban tossed by judge; city plans appeal

Opponents called proposal a "publicity stunt;" Mayor Bloomberg vows an appeal.

Global restaurant traffic down, but spending up

March 12, 2013

The NPD Group reported new global restaurant data for the second half of 2012, which included sluggish traffic contrasted with an increase in average check in…

Conference to explore health care impacts, menu trends

March 12, 2013

UCLA Extension's 17th Annual Restaurant Industry Conference is scheduled for April 3 on the UCLA Campus at Covel Commons in Los Angeles. The event will explore…

Paytronix adds CRM solution for restaurants

March 12, 2013

Paytronix Systems Inc. has launched a new Data Insights offering that includes a comprehensive CRM solution geared toward the restaurant industry.

Soft economy drives more need for loyalty marketing

March 12, 2013

As the economy continues a slow recovery and brand competition heightens, loyalty marketing has become more important than ever. According to market research…

Veggie Grill plants roots in Orange County's Laguna Niguel

March 12, 2013

Veggie Grill has opened its third location in Orange County. Located at 27321 La Paz Road in the Plaza de la Paz shopping center, Veggie Grill is now serving…

India to open 20 Johnny Rockets

March 12, 2013

Johnny Rockets has announced a franchise agreement with Prime Gourmet Private Limited to open at least 20 Johnny Rockets restaurants in India over the next few…

New kids' menu debuts at I Dream of Falafel

March 12, 2013

I Dream of Falafel has launched a new kids' menu combining local and healthy Mediterranean ingredients, according to a company press release. Kids can fill…

Jersey cupcake, burger concept gearing up for growth

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Made-from-scratch dessert recipes are helping the business thrive.

Jersey cupcake, burger concept gearing up for growth

Combining his wife’s love of cupcakes with his dream of opening a burger joint, Rick Ross launched BUCU Burger Bar & Bakery in 2011 in New Jersey. It…

NYC soda ban update

by Ed Zimmerman — President, pizza.com

The ability to target one specific category, especially when comparable products like sugary coffee drinks have more calories, gives lawmakers too much power.

LYFE Kitchen plants seeds to grow nationally

March 11, 2013

LYFE Kitchen held a grand opening celebration March 8 for its second unit, located in Culver City, Calif. During the event, CEO Mike Roberts announced the…

Trend report: Global flavors hit the mainstream

March 11, 2013

Authentic regional foods from around the world are emerging as the norm rather than the exception thanks to changing demographics and a shift in consumer…

Food industry report shows consumers are moving out of economic crisis

March 8, 2013

Culinary Tides Inc. has released its report "Top 10 Trends Analysis — Shifting Sands 2013." The analysis covers government, technology, health, consumer…

Locu, Automattic bring real-time menus to WordPress.com sites

March 8, 2013

Locu, provider of a menu dashboard for local merchants, has partnered with Automattic's WordPress.com web publishing platform to simplify menu uploads on…

Digital signage PoP displays driving sales at Sydney Opera House restaurant

March 8, 2013

YCD Multimedia, a global provider of smart digital media solutions, recently announced that the company's products have been selected to drive promotional…

Costa Vida CEO predicts 900% growth by 2016

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

CEO Sean Collins chatted with FastCasual.com about why he bought the chain, how he and his team have succeeded in growing it and his plans to have 500 units…

Meatheads opening 11th location

March 8, 2013

Meatheads is opening its 11th restaurant Monday and has chosen Elmhurst, Ill., as its home.

Barfresh partners with RestaurantLink to expand smoothie sales

March 8, 2013

Barfresh Food Group, a manufacturer and distributor of ready-to-blend beverages, has signed a marketing agreement with RestaurantLink to market Barfresh…