FDA updates Food Code

November 10, 2009

The Food and Drug Administration has published the new FDA Food Code, the first full update since 2005, and includes new recommendations for cut leafy greens…

Eye-tracking technology reveals consumer brand experience

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

Sensory Track uses crosshairs that show precisely where a customer is looking.

National PTA and Jamba Juice partner to encourage healthy choices

November 10, 2009

The National PTA and Jamba Inc. have announced a three-year partnership to support parents and teachers in creating school-based programs that encourage…

Differentiation, focused positioning drive strong sandwich sector

November 10, 2009

The Top 100 limited-service sandwich chains grew sales in 2008 by 8.6 percent to $20.3 billion, according to restaurant industry consulting group Technomic. …

Sensory Track

Mooyah Burgers & Fries was the first restaurant to use Sensory Track, an eye-tracking technology that uses crosshairs that show exactly where someone is…

Calbi Fusion Tacos and Burritos rolls into Universal Studios

November 9, 2009

Calbi Fusion Tacos and Burritos, the two mobile-unit Los Angeles-based Korean taco truck chain, has announced a three-month residence at Universal Studios…

Chipotle Mexican Grill announces share repurchase agreement

November 9, 2009

Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. has announced that it is entering into an agreement with a broker to effect repurchases of the company's Class B common stock, or…

Red Mango's probiotic iced teas win excellence award

November 9, 2009

Red Mango and Ganeden Biotech, the largest seller of over-the-counter probiotics in the U.S., are recipients of a SupplySide Scientific Excellence Award for…

Panchero's receives industry award for social media usage

November 9, 2009

Panchero's Mexican Grill was recently honored with two awards – including first place in a new social media category – and was recognized for its excellence in…

Taco Del Mar launches Bonfire BBQ Burrito

November 9, 2009

Taco Del Mar plans to keep summer alive with the introduction of its new Mondo Bonfire BBQ Burrito. On Nov. 13, customers can try the new Bonfire BBQ Burrito…

Research and Markets report foreshadows possible Tyson Foods contender

November 8, 2009

The upturn in business sentiment following the global economic downturn looks like it could bring with it a wave of consolidation in the global food and drink…

Integrated Control Corp. debuts new products

November 8, 2009

Integrated Control Corporation (ICC), a provider of foodservice technology solutions, will debut its state-of-the art 2010 Temp Minder at the International…

Starbucks to put Seattle's Best in 9,000 Subway locations

November 8, 2009

Nearly half of all Subway restaurants in the U.S. will be serving Seattle's Best Coffee as part of its breakfast offerings by the end of the year. The…

Starbucks showing signs of recovery

November 8, 2009

Starbucks Corp. finished its fiscal fourth-quarter with revenues of $2.4 billion, a 4 percent decrease when compared to revenues of $2.5 billion reported for…

Fast casuals lead salt-reduction charge

As menu-labeling legislation takes effect across the country, operators are looking at reducing more than calories.

Fast casuals lead salt-reduction charge

As menu-labeling legislation takes effect across the country, operators are looking at reducing more than calories.

Einstein Noah announces Q3 results

November 5, 2009

Einstein Noah Restaurant Group Inc., operating under the Einstein Bros. Bagels, Noah's New York Bagels, and Manhattan Bagel brands, has reported financial…

Au Bon Pain to use eggs from cage-free chickens

November 5, 2009

ABP Corporation, operater of the Au Bon Pain restaurant chain, has announced its new policy for using eggs from cage-free chickens in its Massachusetts…

Ohio journalist weighs in on Five Guys vs. Smashburger

November 5, 2009

As both Five Guys and Smashburger continue to break ground in new markets, the debate floor has opened to restaurant critics and consumers alike: Five Guys or…

'Brand' -- what does it mean to today's marketers?

by Sandy Lechner — client contact, The Synergy Media Team

With promotional dollars at a premium, "branding" needs to take a distant back seat to return-on-investment-based programs for many regional chains.