Morton Salt adding $1M lab for reduced sodium solutions research

June 23, 2014

Morton Salt Inc. announced today the launch of a new food lab dedicated to exploring reduced sodium solutions. The company also hopes the $1 million investment…

JJ's Red Hots, King of Pops team up for summer popsicle creation

June 20, 2014

JJ's Red Hots is teaming up with King of Pops to create a new summer menu offering: JJ's Red Pop, a gourmet popsicle featuring chocolate, smoked candied bacon…

Culinary Software Services releases new version of ChefTec software

June 20, 2014

Culinary Software Services recently announced the release of ChefTec xt3 software. New features include additional functions, improved performance and updated…

Mobile apps are restaurant marketing’s future, not mobile websites

by Jitendra Gupta — Mobile CRM Director, Punchh

Apps must provide significant value and engagement to users, not just routes to ads or videos or other low-value ends.

Salata’s growth driven by consumer demand for clean eating

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Guests also want more vegetarian proteins, such as quinoa, tofu and falafel, as well as sauces and spices.

Salsarita's serving up the 'World's Hottest Burrito' for a limited time this summer

June 20, 2014

For a limited time this summer, Salsarita’s customers will have a chance to try their luck with BurHEATo, which includes a teaspoon of the world’s hottest…

New cloud-based food ordering solution introduced

June 20, 2014

Clorder Inc. has introduced a proprietary cloud-based food ordering solution and portfolio of technology-based services, designed to help restaurants enhance…

PizzaRev launches catering program

June 20, 2014

PizzaRev has launched a new catering program, and has appointed Bibiana Deaver as the new catering sales manager to build to channel. Deaver will lead…

Franchise Assoc. CEO: Economy is on track to full recovery

June 20, 2014

Franchising growth is expected to grow significantly this year, according to new reports. FRANdata, which has been analyzing franchising activity for more than…

Gratafy mobile gifting app launches in Denver

June 20, 2014

Gratafy recently announced that it has launched in Denver, allowing consumers to purchase and send more than 600 gifts from local restaurants and bars. 

Fields Good Chicken opens in New York City

June 20, 2014

Fields Good Chicken, a healthy fast casual concept featuring grilled and roasted chicken, opened recently at 101 Maiden Lane in the Manhattan Financial…

Walsh named director of unit level field operations for East Coast Wings & Grill

June 20, 2014

Frank Walsh has been appointed director of unit level field operations for East Coast Wings & Grill, according to a company announcement. Walsh will…

Eggheadz LLC set to launch Strati Wild Italian fast casual concept

June 20, 2014

Eggheadz LLC recently announced plans to open Strati Wild Italian, a new fast casual Italian restaurant.

Jimmy John's opens first Massachusetts store

June 20, 2014

According to eater.com, Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches is opening its first shop in Massachusetts. Renovations have begun at the new location, the Flats on D…

Baja Fresh getting real-time digital, mobile feedback through Sparkfly

June 20, 2014

Baja Fresh is partnering up with Sparkfly for real-time analysis of their digital and mobile promotions.

Cascades launches environmentally-friendly food packaging line

June 20, 2014

The packaging company Cascades recently announced the launch of Respak, a new environmentally-friendly food packaging line.

Bibigo reopening updated LA-area restaurant

June 20, 2014

Bibigo announced plans to reopen its revamped Century City Mall location on June 25.

Exploring the role of whole grains in the food industry

by Nate Riggs — CEO / Owner, NR Media Group

'If you can pronounce the ingredients, it's probably good for you,' said Cynthia Harriman, director at Oldways and The Whole Grain Council.

Dickey's adds chief brand officer to communicate 'basics done right'

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

Christie Finley aims to deliver consistent customer experience as company expands rapidly coast to coast.

Bruster's CEO talks about the brand's anniversary, growth and proprietary operating system

Sahene is also heading up a relatively new Philly Cheesesteak concept called Wit or Witout, which recently opened its third store and has sold its first two…