11 shocking new social media statistics in America

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Recent findings from social media behavioral researchers show some shocking changes in how Americans use and consume social media.

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August 17, 2012

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Tropical Smoothie Cafe under new ownership

August 17, 2012

Atlanta-based BIP Opportunities Fund has purchased controlling interest in Tropical Smoothie Café, a 315-unit food and smoothie franchise.

Matchbox Twenty to launch Daphne's iHeartRadio Music Lounge in San Diego

August 17, 2012

Daphne's California Greek and Clear Channel Media + Entertainment San Diego have collaborated to open Daphne's iHeartRadio Music Lounge, a venue where music…

Firehouse Subs names video contest winner

August 17, 2012

Firehouse Subs has selected the winner of its "Lei Your Love On The Line" video contest that encouraged fans to proclaim their love for the chain's newest…

CherryBerry opens 100th store

August 17, 2012

The opening of CherryBerry in Whitefish Bay, Wis., marks the frozen yogurt chain's 100th store.

Soda: The incredible shrinking portion

Will NYC Mayor Bloomberg's proposal to restrict the sale of extra large sodas turn into a trend?

Compeat introduces restaurant labor management solution

August 16, 2012

Compeat Restaurant Management Systems has launched Compeat Workforce, a complete labor management solution that delivers time and attendance, forecasting and…

To acquire customers, you must engage them

by Jitendra Gupta — Mobile CRM Director, Punchh

Customer acquisition isn't rocket science. It's actually harder.

Chipotle backing Veggie U with classroom program

August 16, 2012

Students in about 675 classrooms around the country this year will get a lesson on sustainable agriculture as part of a partnership between Chipotle Mexican…

Pinkberry intros chocolate hazelnut

August 16, 2012

Boston Market relying on technology to recruit employees

August 16, 2012

Boston Market is going high-tech when it comes to hiring employees for its 476 locations. Its using software from PeopleAnswers to help identify and select…

Togo's opens in Pasadena

August 16, 2012

Residents of Pasadena, Calif., can experience Togo's Eateries Inc., now that the West Coast-based chain has opened its newest location in Pasadena at 854 E.

Game changers and shapers inspiring product development and innovation – Part 2

by Suzy Badaracco — President, Culinary Tides Inc

Settings in demand during economic recovery include approachable, family friendly dining, vibrant, inspired, authentic and rustic.

Report: American consumers eating more 'mini meals'

August 15, 2012

U.S. consumers are less likely to skip their breakfast, lunch and dinner meal times now than they were five years ago, but these meals are often described as…

BBI expands CherryBerry to Florida

August 14, 2012

Beautiful Brands International has announced the signing of a master franchise agreement with Julie Harris to expand development of its CherryBerry Self-Serve…

WAND named as Salsarita's digital menu board provider

August 14, 2012

WAND Corporation has been chosen by Salsarita's as the exclusive supplier of digital menu boards for its restaurants. Salsarita's has installed WAND digital…

Brazilian chain Giraffas eyes U.S. growth

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

How a leading Brazilian quick-service chain plans to expand with a fast casual model for U.S. consumers.

MOOYAH rolls out mobile ordering app

August 13, 2012

MOOYAH Burgers Fries Shakes has added a new mobile ordering application to help fuel its aggressive growth plans.

MAD Greens salad lettuce goes hydroponic

August 13, 2012

VertiFresh, LLC has announced its partnership with Denver-based MAD Greens Inspired Eats to begin offering a signature "Alferd Packer" summertime salad made…