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Maui Wowi honored as a top franchises for veterans
July 2, 2014
Maui Wowi Hawaiian announced today that is has been listed as one of the "50 Top Franchises for Veterans" for the second year in a row by The World Franchising…
read nowLa Madeleine opens 16th Houston location
July 2, 2014
La Madeleine Country French Café announced today the opening of its 16th location in the Greater Houston area at 2423 Katy Freeway Suite E in Sawyer Heights…
read nowGiraffas donates 200 gallons of sauces to homeless program
July 2, 2014
Giraffas recently announced the donation of approximately 200 gallons of sauces to Chapman Partnership, a program serving the homeless in South Florida.
read nowDickey's launching potato chip line to benefit veterans
July 2, 2014
Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants Inc. announced today it is introducing a new line of proprietary potato chips. A portion of the proceeds from the chips will go…
read nowRetailMeNot jumps into restaurant promotions space
July 2, 2014
RetailMeNot, a digital offers destination, has added restaurants to its roster. RetailMeNot’s promotions partnerships previously just included retailers, such…
read nowFresh-made pasta concept opening in London next week
July 2, 2014
Scarpetta, a new Italian fast casual concept featuring fresh-made pasta, announced plans to open in London on July 7.
read nowNRA appoints new VP of state association relations
July 2, 2014
The National Restaurant Association has named Brendan Flanagan as vice president of State Restaurant Association Relations. In his new role, Flanagan will lead…
read nowWand Corp. launches new marketing software features
July 2, 2014
Wand Corp. has launched two new features to help users better customize in-store marketing and sales efforts. According to a news release, the recent…
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Capriotti's CEO: Franchising an attractive option for those burned in the Great Recession
by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group
Morris' passion for Capriotti's food and proven concept took him from franchisee to top exec.
read nowTropical Smoothie Café introduces tacos to summer menu
July 1, 2014
Tropical Smoothie Café announced recently the addition of three tacos to its menu for a limited time this summer.
read nowThe Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf joins forces with Operation Homefront to support service members
July 1, 2014
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf will donate $1 to Operation Homefront from every purchase of its special "Support at Home" coffee and tea – and encourage…
read nowMenchie's adds Heath-inspired flavor to summer menu
July 1, 2014
Menchie’s announced today the introduction of Chocolate Glazed Toffee Bar Made With Heath flavor to its summer menu. The limited time offer will be available…
read nowMcAlister's Deli announces Free Tea Day, giveaways
July 1, 2014
McAlister's Deli announced plans today for its 6th annual Free Tea Day on July 24. Guests who visit any of the participating McAlister's locations will receive…
read nowMaui Wowi adding two mobile carts in Texas
July 1, 2014
Two new mobile carts are being added to Maui Wowi's Texas presence. Kimberly and Tony Revis of Houston, Texas plan to use the carts in events and venues in the…
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Burger Lounge CEO: Almost any food type can be 'fast casualized'
by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group
J. Dean Loring believes the 'better burger' bubble is here.
read nowRestaurant industry health and outlook hits a two-year peak
June 30, 2014
Driven by stronger sales and traffic levels and an increasingly optimistic outlook among restaurant operators, the National Restaurant Association’s Restaurant…
read nowGiardino expands Southern Florida presence
June 30, 2014
Giardino Gourmet Salads has opened its newest restaurant in Miami Lakes, Fla., in Park Centre located at 8008 NW 154 St. The restaurant will host a grand…
read nowFoodservice packaging providers expect volume growth for limited-service concepts
June 30, 2014
According to an annual survey conducted by the Foodservice Packaging Institute, foodservice packaging converters, raw material and machinery suppliers…
read nowReport: 93% of restaurant chains plan to raise menu prices
June 30, 2014
This year's unexpected food cost increases will likely to force chain restaurants to raise menu prices even as competition gets tighter. A new report from…
read nowManhattan Bagel featuring sandwiches, chilled blended drinks for summer
June 30, 2014
Manhattan Bagel is featuring two grilled lunch sandwiches and three Chillerz blended drinks this summer, according to a company press release.
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