Menu engineering 101

Bill Marvin spills the secrets of money-making menu design.

Fla. unemployment compensation tax cut passes

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March 2, 2010

On the opening day of the 2010 Regular Session of the Florida Legislature, the Florida House and Senate each passed HB 7033, a bill that is expected to provide…

Starbucks in test of 31-ounce drink

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March 2, 2010

A Starbucks spokesman has told the Seattle Times that the company is indeed testing a 31-ounce size of its iced tea and coffee. The new size, called Trenta, is…

The Counter launches Market Selection program

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March 2, 2010

The Counter has announced the launch of its Market Selection program, which will offer local customers more choices to build their custom burgers.   Now…

Boston Market unveils smaller portioned, lower priced Market Meals

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March 2, 2010

Boston Market has announced the availability of its $2.99 Market Meal Deals, which offers guests their favorite menu items in special portions at a lower…

Starbucks in the middle of local gun debate

March 1, 2010

An Associated Press story has cast further light on a raging debate over the rights of gun carriers to openly bear arms in restaurants and retail…

Chipotle supports film highlighting food through the eyes of children

March 1, 2010

Chipotle Mexican Grill is working with Aubin Pictures in screening the documentary film, "What's On Your Plate?" in collaboration with local schools and…

Panera Bread franchisees contribute $27K to Haiti relief effort

March 1, 2010

New England-based Panera Bread franchisees Boston Bread LLC and PR Restaurants LLC have announced they will jointly contribute $27,102 to The Haiti Relief and…

Qdoba partners with Muzak for online music mix

March 1, 2010

Qdoba Mexican Grill has announced the company is taking its brand experience online with the addition of an interactive music player to its Web site through a…

Starbucks in the middle of local gun debate

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March 1, 2010

An Associated Press story has cast further light on a raging debate over the rights of gun carriers to openly bear arms in restaurants and retail…

Chipotle supports film highlighting food through the eyes of children

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March 1, 2010

Chipotle Mexican Grill is working with Aubin Pictures in screening the documentary film, "What's On Your Plate?" in collaboration with local schools and…

Panera Bread franchisees contribute $27K to Haiti relief effort

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March 1, 2010

New England-based Panera Bread franchisees Boston Bread LLC and PR Restaurants LLC have announced they will jointly contribute $27,102 to The Haiti Relief and…

Qdoba partners with Muzak for online music mix

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March 1, 2010

Qdoba Mexican Grill has announced the company is taking its brand experience online with the addition of an interactive music player to its Web site through a…

2009 Fast Casual Summit: Red Book Solutions

Malinda McGurk with Red Book Solutions talks about the company's restaurant-industry solutions during the 2009 Fast Casual Executive Summit in Dallas. Red Book…

Cheeseburger Bobby's to honor National Twinkie Day

February 28, 2010

Cheeseburger Bobby's is celebrating National Twinkie Day on April 6 with the debut of its newest shake, the Twinkie Milkshake.   In honor of the new menu item…

Schlotzsky's returns chicken sandwich trio

February 28, 2010

Schlotzsky's Deli has announced the return of its Hip Chick promotion with three of its most popular chicken sandwiches, available through May 30.    First up…

Caribou Coffee unveils new logo

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

The world's second-largest coffee retailer joins a host of other concepts looking to reinvigorate the guest experience.

Green Restaurant Assoc. sets national precedent, incentives

February 28, 2010

The Green Restaurant Association, a Boston-based nonprofit group, broke news today at the International Restaurant & Foodservice Show of New York…

Cheeseburger Bobby's to honor National Twinkie Day

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February 28, 2010

Cheeseburger Bobby's is celebrating National Twinkie Day on April 6 with the debut of its newest shake, the Twinkie Milkshake.   In honor of the new menu item…

Schlotzsky's returns chicken sandwich trio

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February 28, 2010

Schlotzsky's Deli has announced the return of its Hip Chick promotion with three of its most popular chicken sandwiches, available through May 30.    First up…