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United Supermarkets, Red Mango test in-store concept
February 13, 2012
United Supermarkets has announced a strategic relationship with Red Mango to test an in-store concept offering healthy frozen yogurt and smoothies to its…
read nowCharley's Grilled Subs beefs up international presence
February 13, 2012
Charley’s Grilled Subs, a 454-unit restaurant chain, has grown to 15 restaurants in the United Arab Emirates, the most recent of which opened Jan. 19 at the…
read nowbd's Mongolian Grill opens first Pennsylvania location
February 13, 2012
bd’s Mongolian Grill is heating up Pittsburgh’s restaurant scene with the opening of its newest restaurant Monday.
read nowChipotle to present at Bank of America Merrill Lynch 2012 Consumer Conference
February 13, 2012
Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. will present at the 2012 BAML Consumer Conference at The Palace Hotel in New York City. The conference will be held March 7, and…
read nowBoston Market introduces home style combos
February 13, 2012
Back by popular demand for a limited time, Boston Market has reduced the price on its Half Chicken Meal to $7.99, plus tax. This deal includes a half…
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Restaurants adapt to 'new normal' with efficiency, innovation
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Mergers and acquisitions market won't be as active in 2012.
read nowReport: Soups and salads appearing more on menus
February 13, 2012
Away-from-home soup and salad purchases are on the rise, as consumers seek light, healthy and affordable fare, according to new research from Technomic.
read nowLuna Grill donates 20% of sales to Rady Children's Hospital
February 12, 2012
As part of its Luna Gives Back program, Luna Grill is giving 20 percent of its proceeds on Valentine's Day to Rady Children's Hospital.
read nowEinstein Bros. Bagels shows love with heart-shaped bagels
February 12, 2012
Einstein Bros. Bagels is offering a sweet deal to Portland, Ore., bagel lovers this Valentine's Day. On Feb. 14, guests will receive free heart-shaped bagels…
read nowDickey's Barbecue pit to open Nebraska restaurant
February 12, 2012
Dickey's Barbecue Pit is opening in Kearney, Neb., this spring by franchise operator Richard Cochran and his wife Cheryl.
read nowFormer Burger King CEO signs on with UK-based LEON
February 12, 2012
Brad Blum, the former CEO of Burger King and Olive Garden Italian Restaurants, has joined the board of LEON, a London-based restaurant concept, as an investor…
read nowNRA's Kids LiveWell healthy eating initiative triples membership
February 9, 2012
The number of restaurant companies participating in the National Restaurant Association/Healthy Dining’s Kids LiveWell program has tripled since its launch in…
read nowPanda Express to launch Peppercorn Shrimp LTO
February 9, 2012
Panda Express is debuting its new Peppercorn Shrimp limited-time offer, its boldest and creation to date. Peppercorn Shrimp will be available Feb. 15 through…
read nowCosi signs on industry veteran as consultant
February 9, 2012
Cosi Inc. has entered into an agreement with Brad Blum, owner of BLUM Growth Fund, to provide consulting services related to branding, product development…
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Panera Bread to intensify drive-thru operations
by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com
Catering sales and new menu item rollouts continue to contribute to revenue, same-store sales growth.
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Top 100: Pizza Fusion No. 18
February 9, 2012
18. Pizza Fusion, Fort Lauderdale, Fla. / No. of units: 20. With its motto “Saving the Earth, One Pizza at a Time,” Pizza Fusion joined forces with EarthEra…
read nowNRA announces Kitchen Innovation award winners
February 9, 2012
The National Restaurant Association has named the recipients of its 2012 Kitchen Innovations (KI) Award, which recognizes cutting-edge kitchen equipment in the…
read nowGarbanzo Mediterranean Grill forms growth partnership with Gemini Investors
February 8, 2012
Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill has announced a partnership with Wellesley, Mass.-based private equity firm Gemini Investors to grow the chain.
read nowBeautiful Brands adds create-your-own sushi concept to portfolio
February 8, 2012
Beautiful Brands International (BBI) has announced the official franchise launch of its new fast casual concept, Sushi Freak. The create-your-own sushi concept…
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Food fight: Combat rising costs with smarter hourly hiring
by Amanda Richardson — Senior Vice President of Product and Marketing, Snagajob
The restaurant industry is expected to grow this year, but realizing big profits will be a tall order in the face of rising food and labor costs.
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