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iPhone mobile payment option opens up opportunity for marketers
by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group
With Apple's rollout of Apple Pay, now might be a good time for marketers to get to know Passbook.
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Millennials willing to pay more for better, more customizable food
September 9, 2014
The younger generation considers QSRs to be 'dollar food.'
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Panera ready for Apple Pay
by James Bickers — Editor, Networld Alliance
Panera Bread will be among the first to accept Apple Pay when it rolls out in a few weeks.
read nowOrdyx POS system launches mobile ordering platform
September 9, 2014
Ordyx has launched a new mobile ordering service as an extension to the Ordyx POS' online ordering platform. The launch was announced this week at the Florida…
read nowIce cream sandwich concept plans nationwide expansion
September 9, 2014
CREAM, a California-based ice cream sandwich concept, has announced plans to expand throughout the country. These plans follow the company's success in the San…
read nowMiddleby Corp. acquires Concordia Coffee Company
September 9, 2014
The Middleby Corporation announced it has acquired Concordia Coffee Company Inc., a manufacturer of automated and self-service coffee and espresso machines…
read nowCaliburger expands into Canada
September 9, 2014
CaliBurger has executed a master franchise agreement to develop at least 10 units in British Columbia.
read nowSweet Tomatoes & Souplantation menu to feature 'upgraded' classic kids' favorites
September 9, 2014
Sweet Tomatoes & Souplantation will roll out a new 'Feel Like a Kid Again' menu this month.
read nowModmarket prints nutrition info on each receipt
September 9, 2014
An article in the Dallas Morning News notes that Modmarket prints nutrition information right on the receipt.
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A lesson for educational foodservice operators
by John Krebs — President, Axis Purchasing
How educational foodservice operators can gain a more transparent view of their costs and control of all purchasing cost factors.
read nowPanera asks customers to leave firearms outside
September 8, 2014
Panera is asking customers not to bring firearms into any of its stores.
read nowCardinal International launches fundraiser for National Breast Cancer Foundation
September 8, 2014
Cardinal International, a provider of dinnerware, glassware and flatware, is hosting a fundraiser for the National Breast Cancer Foundation from now through…
read nowMcDonald’s expands test of build-your-own concept
September 8, 2014
McDonald’s test of build-your-own burger concepts has expanded from two restaurants in Orange County, California, to four total restaurants in Southern…
read nowTop 100: People – Scott Crane, Smashburger
September 8, 2014
Scott Crane, CEO of Smashburger, is number 25 on our list of the 2014 Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers: People.
read nowDickey's to open second location in Virginia Beach
September 8, 2014
A new Dickey's Barbecue Pit will open at 1920 Centerville Turnpike, Suite 104 in Virginia Beach, Va., on Sept. 11.
read nowMoe's plans queso giveaway
September 8, 2014
Moe's Southwest Grill will give away free 6-ounce cups of queso and complimentary tortilla chips.
read nowCaribou Coffee rolls out fall menu, scavenger hunt
September 8, 2014
Caribou Coffee is kicking off the fall season by adding a Pumpkin Ginger Latte to its menu.
read nowMcAlister's CEO selected to head Einstein Noah Restaurant Group
September 8, 2014
Einstein Noah Restaurant Group today announced the appointment of Frank G. Paci as president and CEO, effective Sept. 15.
read nowMcAlister's announces Arizona expansion
September 8, 2014
McAlister's Deli announced an agreement with existing franchise group Southwest Deli to open eight locations in Arizona.
read nowStarbucks releases limited edition Geisha coffee
September 8, 2014
The rare, small batch of Starbucks Reserve Costa Rica Geisha La Ines is available online in the U.S. for a limited time.
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