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Report: Soups and salads appearing more on menus
February 13, 2012
Away-from-home soup and salad purchases are on the rise, as consumers seek light, healthy and affordable fare, according to new research from Technomic.
read nowLuna Grill donates 20% of sales to Rady Children's Hospital
February 12, 2012
As part of its Luna Gives Back program, Luna Grill is giving 20 percent of its proceeds on Valentine's Day to Rady Children's Hospital.
read nowEinstein Bros. Bagels shows love with heart-shaped bagels
February 12, 2012
Einstein Bros. Bagels is offering a sweet deal to Portland, Ore., bagel lovers this Valentine's Day. On Feb. 14, guests will receive free heart-shaped bagels…
read nowDickey's Barbecue pit to open Nebraska restaurant
February 12, 2012
Dickey's Barbecue Pit is opening in Kearney, Neb., this spring by franchise operator Richard Cochran and his wife Cheryl.
read nowFormer Burger King CEO signs on with UK-based LEON
February 12, 2012
Brad Blum, the former CEO of Burger King and Olive Garden Italian Restaurants, has joined the board of LEON, a London-based restaurant concept, as an investor…
read nowNRA's Kids LiveWell healthy eating initiative triples membership
February 9, 2012
The number of restaurant companies participating in the National Restaurant Association/Healthy Dining’s Kids LiveWell program has tripled since its launch in…
read nowPanda Express to launch Peppercorn Shrimp LTO
February 9, 2012
Panda Express is debuting its new Peppercorn Shrimp limited-time offer, its boldest and creation to date. Peppercorn Shrimp will be available Feb. 15 through…
read nowCosi signs on industry veteran as consultant
February 9, 2012
Cosi Inc. has entered into an agreement with Brad Blum, owner of BLUM Growth Fund, to provide consulting services related to branding, product development…
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Panera Bread to intensify drive-thru operations
by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com
Catering sales and new menu item rollouts continue to contribute to revenue, same-store sales growth.
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Top 100: Pizza Fusion No. 18
February 9, 2012
18. Pizza Fusion, Fort Lauderdale, Fla. / No. of units: 20. With its motto “Saving the Earth, One Pizza at a Time,” Pizza Fusion joined forces with EarthEra…
read nowNRA announces Kitchen Innovation award winners
February 9, 2012
The National Restaurant Association has named the recipients of its 2012 Kitchen Innovations (KI) Award, which recognizes cutting-edge kitchen equipment in the…
read nowGarbanzo Mediterranean Grill forms growth partnership with Gemini Investors
February 8, 2012
Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill has announced a partnership with Wellesley, Mass.-based private equity firm Gemini Investors to grow the chain.
read nowBeautiful Brands adds create-your-own sushi concept to portfolio
February 8, 2012
Beautiful Brands International (BBI) has announced the official franchise launch of its new fast casual concept, Sushi Freak. The create-your-own sushi concept…
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Food fight: Combat rising costs with smarter hourly hiring
by Amanda Richardson — Senior Vice President of Product and Marketing, Snagajob
The restaurant industry is expected to grow this year, but realizing big profits will be a tall order in the face of rising food and labor costs.
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NPD: Fast Casual only growth segment during down economy
by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com
According to The NPD Group, fast casual is the only restaurant segment continuing to grow throughout the current economic time, which has motivated chains in…
read nowFazoli's sets January sales record
February 7, 2012
Fazoli’s is off to a running start in 2012 with record same-store sales growth in January.
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Top 100: Einstein Bros. Bagels No. 19
February 7, 2012
19. Einstein Bros. Bagels Lakewood, Colo. / No. of units: 564 Einstein Bros. extended its presence into key U.S. markets with a well-managed growth plan. The…
read nowReport: Hispanic population growth influencing eating trends
February 7, 2012
The U.S. Census indicates that the Hispanic population is expected to grow 34 percent from 2010 to 2020. Foodservice market research company NPD Group has…
read nowEnergy efficiency project launched in California restaurants
February 7, 2012
A pilot project has been launched in California to promote energy and water efficiency at restaurants.
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Top 100: Smashburger No. 20
February 7, 2012
20. Smashburger Denver, Colo. / No. of units: 93 Denver-based Smashburger operates and develops corporate, joint venture and franchise stores across the…
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