Smoothie King adopts iPad POS systemwide

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

September 26, 2014

With more than 700 restaurants, Revel Systems says Smoothie King's iPad-based POS deployment is the largest to date.

Smoothie King opens 700th store

September 26, 2014

Smoothie King plans to open more than 1,000 stores across the United States over the next 3 years.

Survey launched to track restaurant menu prices

September 26, 2014

Restaurant supply chain co-op SpenDifference has launched the latest survey in its menu price tracking study program. U.S. chain restaurant leaders are invited…

Seasonal hiring outlook solid, according to survey

September 26, 2014

Eighty-nine percent of employers anticipate hiring the same number of seasonal workers as 2013, or perhaps more.

100 Montaditos debuts second New York City location

September 26, 2014

Spanish import specializes in montaditos, a stuffed bread roll.

Rubio's will update 60 units with coastal theme

September 26, 2014

Rubio's emphasizing coastal theme in restaurant redesign, rebranding.

Zoup! opening five units this fall

September 26, 2014

Five new units opening this fall will bring the chain's count to 70 locations across the US and Canada.

Zoyo breaks into Georgia

September 26, 2014

Franchisees Craig and Robin Kovel leaning into community marketing through partnerships with schools and sports leagues.

Dickey's opens in Natchitoches, Louisiana

September 26, 2014

Dickey's opened its newest unit at 936 University Parkway in Natchitoches, Louisiana, on Sept. 25.

Webinar: Tricky I-9 Trends To Look Out For in 2015

Homeland Security isn’t just targeting the big businesses anymore…even small- to mid-sized businesses are under a watchful eye. Making sure every I-9 is…

Starbucks will offer 10th anniversary special edition of Ray Charles' 'Genius Loves Company'

September 25, 2014

The two-disc edition includes the full-length album, bonus tracks and special packaging.

Insureon launches microsite for small foodservice businesses

September 25, 2014

The educational site is designed to help caterers, food trucks and other operators manage risk exposure.

YP teams up with GrubHub

September 25, 2014

Partnership will add online and mobile ordering to YP's local search.

Calexio goes international with 15-unit Middle East deal

September 25, 2014

The 15-unit master franchise deal will take Calexio to the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain.

SCS Global Services and SafetyChain Software partner for training and automation

September 25, 2014

SCS Global Services has partnered with SafetyChain Software to provide services for training, certification to third-party food safety schemes, and food safety…

Red Book Connects launches HotSchedules iPad app

September 25, 2014

New app takes advantage of iPad's larger screen to enhance viewing options, data display.

Experts share insights on millennial dining-out decisions

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

Shaped by user-centric devices and the Great Recession, value-conscious millennials are looking for great experiences that are friction-free.

Greener planet, more green in the pockets

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

Au Bon Pain reduced its carbon footprint, looks to shave up with 13 percent off its energy bill by monitoring and analyzing its energy usage.

Is grass-fed milk better for you than organic milk?

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

One industry insider claims grass-fed labels are bringing in customers, more than non-GMO labels.

Starbucks set to purchase remaining Starbucks Japan shares for $913.5 million

September 24, 2014

With franchise rights set to expire, Starbucks Japan partner Sazaby approached Starbucks about selling its ownership stake.