Tossed intros Thai Lettuce Wraps

September 30, 2009

Tossed, the Fort Lauderdale, Fla.-based chain specializing in made-to-order green-leaf salads, has introduced Thai Lettuce Wraps, crisp iceberg lettuce cups…

Chipotle launches kids' menu in Dallas-Fort Worth

September 30, 2009

Chipotle Mexican Grill will test its new kid's menu in Dallas-Fort Worth-area restaurants, the first market in the south region to test the new…

Coalition launches high fructose corn syrup ad campaign

September 30, 2009

The nonprofit Center for Consumer Freedom (CCF) has launched a new million-dollar ad campaign designed to educate the public about the fact that high fructose…

One restaurant chain makes a commitment to sustainable products

Laughing Planet, a quick-service restaurant chain in Oregon, is committed to offering nutritious food made with sustainable ingredients. It turned to Truitt…

Jamba launches food in Hawaii locations

September 29, 2009

Jamba Juice has debuted its California Flatbreads in 32 Hawaii locations, the company has announced. Jamba Juice's new California Flatbreads are all under 33…

Restaurant performance down again for August

September 29, 2009

Restaurant industry performance softened in August, as the National Restaurant Association's comprehensive index of restaurant activity posted a modest decline…

Mama Fu's Asian House sees revenues increase, costs drop

September 29, 2009

In the 17 months since Murphy Adams Restaurant Group purchased the Mama Fu's Asian House concept, the company has been able to lower total turnkey startup…

Webby Awards seeks restaurant industry entries

September 29, 2009

The International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences is inviting restaurants to submit their entries for the 14th Annual Webby Awards. The awards honor the…

Caribou Coffee blend to support breast cancer research

September 29, 2009

Caribou Coffee will celebrate the memory of one of its most passionate roastmasters, Amy Erickson, who lost her battle with breast cancer in 1995. Throughout…

How to crack down on foodborne illness

When it comes to employee health issues, restaurant operators should not be afraid of employment laws and the ADA.

The Fast Casual Alliance moves under NRA umbrella

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

A newly formed industry council will serve as the NRA's model for future collaborations.

Panda Express launches sweet fire chicken ad campaign

September 28, 2009

Siltanen & Partners Advertising has just released its latest ad campaign for Panda Express that introduces consumers to a new dish called Sweet Fire…

The Loop Pizza Grill offers free kids' meals, senior discounts

September 28, 2009

The Loop Pizza Grill is offering 10 percent off meals for seniors and free pizza and burgers for kids 12 and under, in October and November, at Loop Pizza…

Starbucks delivers instant coffee nationwide

September 28, 2009

Eight months after launching its Via instant coffee line in Seattle and Chicago, Starbucks Corp. has announced the product's nationwide rollout.   The launch…

Starbucks adopts augmented reality app

September 28, 2009

Starbucks Corp. is advertising on the World Surfer application on the iPhone and Android platforms, according to a story in Mobile Marketer. World Surfer was…

Charley's Grilled Subs launches Spicy Asian BBQ sandwich

September 27, 2009

Charley's Grilled Subs has introduced a new Spicy Asian BBQ sandwich. Charley's Spicy Asian BBQ adds a new ethnic flavor profile to its traditionally…

Beautiful Brands to franchise BBQ fast casual

September 27, 2009

Beautiful Brands International (BBI) has announced the addition of Dallas-based restaurant Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse to its portfolio of restaurants to market…

How to crack down on foodborne illness

When it comes to employee health issues, restaurant operators should not be afraid of employment laws and the ADA.

NYC analyzing impact of menu labeling on coffee purchases

September 24, 2009

New York City's health department is conducting a study to determine if consumer ordering habits have changed now that restaurant chains are required to post…

Aramark launches on-campus burger brand

September 24, 2009

Aramark Higher Education has launched Burger Studio, a student-designed on-campus burger brand.   Using electronic touchscreen ordering kiosks, students can…