Togo's opens in Pasadena

August 16, 2012

Residents of Pasadena, Calif., can experience Togo's Eateries Inc., now that the West Coast-based chain has opened its newest location in Pasadena at 854 E.

Preventing the Spread of Norovirus Outbreaks in Restaurants

Simple measures can stave off industry’s most common illness.

Game changers and shapers inspiring product development and innovation – Part 2

by Suzy Badaracco — President, Culinary Tides Inc

Settings in demand during economic recovery include approachable, family friendly dining, vibrant, inspired, authentic and rustic.

Report: American consumers eating more 'mini meals'

August 15, 2012

U.S. consumers are less likely to skip their breakfast, lunch and dinner meal times now than they were five years ago, but these meals are often described as…

BBI expands CherryBerry to Florida

August 14, 2012

Beautiful Brands International has announced the signing of a master franchise agreement with Julie Harris to expand development of its CherryBerry Self-Serve…

WAND named as Salsarita's digital menu board provider

August 14, 2012

WAND Corporation has been chosen by Salsarita's as the exclusive supplier of digital menu boards for its restaurants. Salsarita's has installed WAND digital…

Salsarita's chooses WAND as their exclusive Digital Menu Board provider

WAND Corporation, the leading provider of technology solutions for the QSR and Fast Casual markets, was chosen by Salsarita’s as the exclusive supplier of…

Brazilian chain Giraffas eyes U.S. growth

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

How a leading Brazilian quick-service chain plans to expand with a fast casual model for U.S. consumers.

MOOYAH rolls out mobile ordering app

August 13, 2012

MOOYAH Burgers Fries Shakes has added a new mobile ordering application to help fuel its aggressive growth plans.

MAD Greens salad lettuce goes hydroponic

August 13, 2012

VertiFresh, LLC has announced its partnership with Denver-based MAD Greens Inspired Eats to begin offering a signature "Alferd Packer" summertime salad made…

Moe's set for Midwest expansion

August 13, 2012

Moe's Southwest Grill's newest location in St. Joseph, Mich., will mark the first of 25 new locations set to open throughout the Midwest.

Redecorating with loss prevention

A good loss prevention program starts with an assessment of the current processes in operation.

Winning the Battle for Food Safety in Restaurants

A proactive approach can prevent outbreaks of foodborne illnesses.

Presidential candidate-themed burrito bowls return to California Tortilla

August 12, 2012

California Tortilla has officially introduced its 2012 Presidential Burrito Bowls, inspired by President Barack Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney.

Capriotti's continues with expansion

August 12, 2012

Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop opened the door to its first location in downtown Dallas on July 23 in the fully modernized, original 1923 Old Magnolia Oil Gas…

The changing role of corporate consciousness

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

How fast casual CEOs are turning an enlightened approach to sales success.

Salsarita's names new VP of Franchise Development

August 10, 2012

Salsarita's has announced that Chris Bailey has been named as the company's new vice president of Franchise Development.

Food Service Security Council event experiences double-digit growth

August 10, 2012

The National Food Service Security Council (NFSSC) recently completed its 33rd Annual Conference, held at the Hyatt Regency in Baltimore. The gathering…

McAlister's Deli hires Wendy's veteran for marketing role

August 10, 2012

McAlister's Deli has named Donna Josephson as its new vice president of Marketing. She brings to McAlister's more than 20 years of restaurant marketing…

Charley's Grilled Subs ready for South Korea debut

August 10, 2012

Charley's Grilled Subs is continuing its global expansion with its newest location in South Korea set to open on Sept. 14. This location is the first in the…