Starbucks raising prices in the US

January 2, 2012

Starbucks Corp. is raising beverage prices by 1 percent in select markets in the United States. The increase effects the cities of New York, Boston…

2012: The five fast casual executives to watch

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

For restaurant operators throughout the industry, 2011 had its fair share of highs and lows. While the industry rebounded slightly from the challenges present…

Foumami Asian Sandwich Bar

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

Foumami Asian Sandwich Bar opened in 2010 in Boston's Financial District. The restaurant was founded by third-genereration restaurateur Michael Wang, whose…

Togo's hosting Pastrami Pounder Challenge

December 29, 2011

Togo's Sandwiches will host the "Pastrami Pounder Challenge" in celebration of National Pastrami Day, Jan. 14.

Wendy's Japan fancies up the menu with foie gras

December 29, 2011

Now that Wendy's has returned to Japan after a two year hiatus, the chain plans on wooing customers with higher-end options, namely a Foie Gras Rossini Burger…

Restaurant industry performance at five-month high

December 29, 2011

Driven by positive same-store sales and an increasingly optimistic outlook among restaurant operators, the National Restaurant Association's Restaurant…

Foumami Asian Sandwich Bar

Boston-based Foumami features a menu of Asian-inspired sandwiches, soups and salads. The restaurant opened in 2010 and was founded by third-generation…

Jamba, SYGMA extend distribution alliance

December 28, 2011

Jamba Inc. and SYGMA, a national foodservice distribution company owned by Sysco Corporation, have announced plans to expand their supply chain distribution…

How Do You Roll? rolls into Phoenix

December 28, 2011

Austin, Texas-based How Do You Roll? has opened its first location outside of the Texas market, where the chain has seven units in operation. The newest unit…

Uncle Maddio's opens third unit

December 28, 2011

Uncle Maddio's Pizza Joint has opened its third unit. The newest restaurant is located in The Highlands neighborhood in Louisville, Ky.

3 trends hitting foodservice

by Nate DaPore — President and CEO, PeopleMatter

The next big thing to hit foodservice is gamification, especially in marketing.

Panda Express brings back the fire

December 27, 2011

Panda Express will celebrate the 2012 Chinese New Year holiday with the return of its limited-time Firecracker Chicken Breast. The menu item features chicken…

Top 100: Naples Flatbread & Wine Bar No. 34

December 27, 2011

34. Naples Flatbread & Wine Bar

Top 100: Sky's Gourmet Tacos No. 33

December 27, 2011

33. Sky’s Gourmet Tacos

Wrestling with a million dollar baby - skimming

The restaurant industry is rife with ways to lose profitability. Just when you think you have things buttoned up, a new twist comes along that can threaten…

Gluten free goes mainstream

Gluten-free menu claims have grown 114 percent over the last three years, proving that consumers beyond those diagnosed with celiac disease are eating…

Wing Zone opens at Ft. Hood

December 26, 2011

Chicken wing chain Wing Zone has opened its second military base location at Ft. Hood in Texas, marking the second of 15 locations to open on military bases…

Pei Wei, HMSHost open first airport location

December 26, 2011

HMSHost has opened the first Pei Wei China Bistro airport location in the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). A part of the P.F. Chang’s family…

Quiznos reaches deal to avoid bankruptcy

December 26, 2011

Quiznos has reached an agreement with a significant majority of its first- and second-lien lenders on a consensual financial restructuring plan that will…

2012 will be the year of more information

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Miniature portions, specialty beverages are among the trends to watch.