Seattle's Best intros Just Pure Flavor for brewed coffee

September 8, 2009

Seattle's Best Coffee has introduced its Just Pure Flavor, an innovation for fresh brewed coffee that offers customizable flavor by the cup. Unlike other…

Growing number of restaurants join Healthy Dining initiative

September 8, 2009

Leading the largest-ever restaurant nutrition initiative, www.healthydiningfinder.com has announced the addition of several new restaurants to its selection of…

Founders to franchise Canyons Burger Co.

September 8, 2009

Executives with Atlanta-based Canyons Burger Co. has announced plans for the brand's future growth through franchising. Canyons was founded by industry…

Edible Arrangements launches new grab-and-go concept

September 8, 2009

Edible Arrangements has launched its new "core and station" store-enterprise development program and has announced the company's evolution into multiunit…

Former Potbelly chief development officer launches burger concept

September 8, 2009

Tom Jednorowicz, former chief development officer for Potbelly Sandwich Works, and real estate developer Doug Reichl, have created and opened Meat Heads…

Digital Software Helps Airport Franchisee Enhance Customer Service

In a busy airport, travelers want a convenient dining experience. JMJ-LLC, a Wendy's franchisee, teamed with WAND Corporation to install a state-of-the-art POS…

Posera marks 10th anniversary

September 7, 2009

Point-of-sale software provider Posera is celebrating its 10th anniversary, the company has announced. The company's flagship product is the Maitre'D POS…

Second franchised Einstein Bros. Bagels opens in Texas

September 7, 2009

Husband and wife team Matt and Allison McKinney have opened their Einstein Bros. Bagels franchise in Tyler, Texas. The location marks the first of three the…

Fast Casual, QSRweb form strategic partnership with People Report

September 7, 2009

FastCasual.com and its sister site QSRweb.com have formed a strategic partnership with People Report, the leading intelligence company in the field of human…

FDA launches Reportable Food Registry portal for foodservice industry

September 7, 2009

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has launched the Reportable Food Registry (RFR), a new electronic portal designed to head off potential cases of…

Smashburger expands Fort Worth presence

September 7, 2009

Smashburger has signed a deal with Cow Town Sizzle Inc., to operate 12 restaurants in the greater Fort Worth metro area. The Cow Town Sizzle Inc. venture is a…

Restaurant industry watchful of health-care reform

As reform looms, operators should focus on health-care solutions, not problems, industry experts say.

Burgerville pilots nutritional-information program

September 3, 2009

As menu-labeling legislation continues to be pushed nationwide, Burgerville is testing a system that will put personalized nutritional information on each…

Starbucks fills key leadership spots

September 3, 2009

Starbucks Coffee Co. has announced the appointment of Annie Young-Scrivner to global chief marketing officer. She will be responsible for the global marketing…

Pizza Fusion opens first L.A.-area location

September 3, 2009

Organic pizza chain Pizza Fusion will open a restaurant in Santa Monica, Calif., on Sept. 12, the company has announced. The restaurant is located at 290…

Great American Dine Out hopes to surpass last year's success

September 3, 2009

Share Our Strength, the leading organization working to end childhood hunger in America, will hold its second annual Great American Dine Out on Sept. 20-26 in…

Western Expo: Top trends in foodservice

Industry professionals at the recent hospitality trade show provide insight into opportunities for restaurant operators.  

The Operational and Health Benefits of Beans

Beans offer restaurant operators flexibility and a lower cost, as well as providing customers with healthier options. The stable shelf life and long holding…

Buffalo Wild Wings taps Trey Wingo for fantasy football commissioner

September 2, 2009

Buffalo Wild Wings has announced that pro football studio host Trey Wingo will serve as commissioner for the 2009 fantasy football season. The chicken wing…

Genghis Grill signs Phoenix franchise deal

September 2, 2009

The Mongolian stir fry concept Genghis Grill has signed a six-store franchise deal for Phoenix and the surrounding cities with Chris Carroll, CEO and president…