Consumers want more rewards from loyalty clubs

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January 25, 2010

As more marketers turn to loyalty and rewards programs to spark business growth, a new report from the Chief Marketing Officer Council indicates that marketers…

Starbucks reports Q1 increases, CEO paid $12 million in 2009

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January 25, 2010

It's been a year of ups and downs for the beleagured Starbucks Corp. After a year of no raises or bonuses for company executives, CEO Howard Schultz was paid…

Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. to announce Q4 earnings

January 24, 2010

Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. will host a conference call to discuss fourth quarter and full year 2009 financial results Feb. 11, 2010, at 4:30 p.m. Eastern…

Taco Del Mar files for Chapter 11

January 24, 2010

Taco Del Mar Franchising Corp. has announced that it is voluntarily restructuring its business under the protection of Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code…

Technomic lowers 2010 restaurant industry forecast

January 24, 2010

Citing continued concern over job losses, underemployment and continued consumer frugality in dining away from home, Technomic revised its 2010 U.S.

Smashburger to enter Kansas City market in 2010

January 24, 2010

Smashburger has announced its plans to enter the the Greater Kansas City area in 2010 through a 30-unit development deal with Areios LLC.   Smashburger's menu…

Bakery cafes lead segment growth

by Cary Stemle — Free-lance reporter, N/A

Fueled by Panera Bread, bakery cafes continue to dominate industry sales.

Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. to announce Q4 earnings

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January 24, 2010

Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. will host a conference call to discuss fourth quarter and full year 2009 financial results Feb. 11, 2010, at 4:30 p.m. Eastern…

Taco Del Mar files for Chapter 11

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January 24, 2010

Taco Del Mar Franchising Corp. has announced that it is voluntarily restructuring its business under the protection of Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code…

Technomic lowers 2010 restaurant industry forecast

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January 24, 2010

Citing continued concern over job losses, underemployment and continued consumer frugality in dining away from home, Technomic revised its 2010 U.S.

Smashburger to enter Kansas City market in 2010

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January 24, 2010

Smashburger has announced its plans to enter the the Greater Kansas City area in 2010 through a 30-unit development deal with Areios LLC.   Smashburger's menu…

Bakery cafes lead segment growth

by Cary Stemle — Free-lance reporter, N/A

Fueled by Panera Bread, bakery cafes continue to dominate industry sales.

Beautiful Brands signs 300-unit deal

January 21, 2010

Beautiful Brands International has announced in a statement the signing of a development agreement with Frozen Dreams Franchise Group to open at least 300 new…

Moe's launches rock star look-alike contest

January 21, 2010

The "MOE" in Moe's Southwest Grill originally stood for "Musicians, Outlaws and Entertainers," and the music and artwork in Moe's restaurants have been a…

Freshii sells Baltimore master franchise deal

January 21, 2010

Goel Management, a franchisor of 12 Baja Fresh restaurants, Verizon Wireless retail stores as well as various real estate holdings, has purchased the master…

Coffee equipment advances ease of brewing

From dispenser/servers for holding to automated features for brewers, operators have plenty of options.

Beautiful Brands signs 300-unit deal

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January 21, 2010

Beautiful Brands International has announced in a statement the signing of a development agreement with Frozen Dreams Franchise Group to open at least 300 new…

Moe's launches rock star look-alike contest

by

January 21, 2010

The "MOE" in Moe's Southwest Grill originally stood for "Musicians, Outlaws and Entertainers," and the music and artwork in Moe's restaurants have been a…

Freshii sells Baltimore master franchise deal

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January 21, 2010

Goel Management, a franchisor of 12 Baja Fresh restaurants, Verizon Wireless retail stores as well as various real estate holdings, has purchased the master…

Coffee equipment advances ease of brewing

From dispenser/servers for holding to automated features for brewers, operators have plenty of options.