NAFEM: Scotsman Ice luvs the nug

Editor Valerie Killifer talks to Terry Toth about Scotsman's chewable ice and the social media affection the product receives.

NAFEM show winds down, president's award given

February 11, 2011

The 2010 North American Foodservice Equipment Manufacturers Show wrapped up Saturday with the announcement of the 2011 NAFEM President's Award, given to The…

NAFEM: Vulcan FEG rapid-recovery griddle

Editor Valerie Killifer visits Vulcan Food Equipment Group at the 2011 NAFEM show to learn more about their fast-cooking griddle.

NAFEM 2011: Day 1

The North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers Show was held Feb. 10-12 at the Orlando, Fla., convention center.

Einstein Noah preps for earnings call

February 10, 2011

Einstein Noah Restaurant Group Inc. will release its fourth quarter and full year 2010 financial results after the market closes Feb. 24.

NRA show will embrace innovation

February 10, 2011

The National Restaurant Association is seeking innovative food and beverage products that have made a significant impact on the industry, and will recognize…

Restaurant.com reaches 18K milestone

February 10, 2011

Restaurant.com, which connects eateries to diners nationwide, has added its 18,000th restaurant partner. In conjunction with the milestone, diners also have a…

Smashburger heads to Brooklyn

February 10, 2011

The New York City borough of Brooklyn will get its first of three planned Smashburgers in May. Franchisee Jim Denburg will open the outlet in the Fort Greene…

Digital Signage Today reveals ROI numbers for digital menu boards

February 10, 2011

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Digital Signage Today announced it has published "Digital Menu Boards and ROI: Finding the break-even point for digital signage in…

Love is in the air: Lenny's launches huge Facebook promo

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Fans who "like" the brand will earn a free half-pound sub.

NAFEM Show highlights energy savings

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

February 10, 2011

Exhibitors on day two of the North American Foodservice Equipment Manufacturers Show expressed optimism about the number of attendees at this year’s event…

Chipotle earnings: Recession, what recession?

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

February 10, 2011

Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. reported financial results for its fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2010.

NAFEM: Woodstone's unique steamer

Woodstone's Kurt Eickmeyer talked with editor Valerie Killifer at the 2011 NAFEM show.

NAFEM: Kitchen Brains' restaurant management system

Editor Valerie Killifer speaks to Ben Koether, chairman of Kitchen Brains, about his company's restaurant management software.

NAFEM: Vitamix's The Quiet One Blender

Anthony Ciepiel demonstrates Vitamix's new Quiet One blender at the 2011 NAFEM in Orlando, Fla.

NAFEM: Henny Penny's new Evolution Elite

Editor Valerie Killifer talks with Jason Moles about the company's new Evolution Elite frier. The interview took place at the 2011 NAFEM show in Orlando, Fla.

Einstein Bros. prolongs National Bagel Day

February 9, 2011

National Bagel Day was Feb. 9, but Einstein Bros. Bagels and Noah's Bagels are celebrating through Feb. 14 by offering Facebook fans a free new bagel thin…

Dickey's heads to the Bayou

February 9, 2011

Dickey's Barbecue Pit is set to open its inaugural Louisiana location in Houma. Carrel Hymel is the first Dickey's franchisee in the state.

Caribou Coffee announces earnings call

February 9, 2011

Caribou Coffee Company Inc. will release financial results for its fourth quarter after the market closes Feb. 23. Management will host a conference call at…

Buffalo Wild Wings opens Traverse City unit

February 9, 2011

One of Michigan's most popular tourist destinations just opened its first Buffalo Wild Wings unit. The restaurant, located in Traverse City, is operated by…