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Vapiano signs Manhattan franchise deal
July 5, 2009
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Christophe Scherman has purchased the rights to open Vapiano restaurants in New York City, the company has announced. Scherman attended…
read nowCalifornia Tortilla hosts secret password day
July 5, 2009
ROCKVILLE, Md. — California Tortilla will host a "Secret Password Day" on July 22 in honor of their recent victory in Washingtonian Magazine's "Best Burrito…
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Fast casual food trends: 2009 and beyond
by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance
From probiotics to family meals, restaurant brands tackle healthful menu items and value offerings.
read nowStarbucks expands bakery offerings
July 1, 2009
SEATTLE — Starbucks Coffee Co. is introducing several new baked goods in an effort to give customers healthier and better tasting food options. "Starbucks…
read nowQdoba, Tetherball partner on mobile loyalty program
July 1, 2009
INDIANAPOLIS — Tetherball, an industry provider of mobile loyalty and rewards solutions, has announced the launch of Qdoba Mobile Rewards, designed to expand…
read nowTropical Smoothie launches BBQ trio sandwiches, lemonade smoothies
July 1, 2009
DESTIN, Fla. — Tropical Smoothie Café is offering for a limited time its BBQ Trio Sandwiches and Lemonade Smoothies. The items are available at all 28…
read nowJamba Inc. announces multiunit restaurant sale
July 1, 2009
EMERYVILLE, Calif. — Jamba Inc. has announced sale of nine restaurants as part of its ongoing strategic refranchising program that was announced in May 28. The…
read nowFive Guys looks to raise $15M
July 1, 2009
Nashville Business Journal: Five Guys is looking to raise $15 million in private equity and has already raised $10 million of that total, according to a filing…
read nowThe Loop Pizza Grill intros new toasted ciabatta sandwiches
July 1, 2009
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Loop Pizza Grill has rolled out two new toasted ciabatta sandwiches: the Grilled Veggie Ciabatta and the Pesto Chicken Ciabatta. …
read nowFormer Organic To Go catering CEO in court
July 1, 2009
Courthouse News: The former CEO of an Organic To Go's catering business slapped customers with unexpected credit card bills for more than 25,000 transactions…
read nowCaribou Coffee added to Russell stock indexes
June 30, 2009
MINNEAPOLIS — Caribou Coffee Company Inc. has announced that its stock has been added to the Russell 2000 Index. Annual reconstitution of Russell's U.S.
read nowZytronic, Coca-Cola partner on beverage dispensing platform
June 30, 2009
TYNE, England -- Zytronic has been chosen by The Coca-Cola Co. to supply the touch panel for its proprietary Coca-Cola Freestyle beverage dispenser, the…
read nowPanera Bread to present at Oppenheimer consumer conference
June 30, 2009
ST. LOUIS, Mo. — Panera Bread Company has announced that Jeff Kip, senior vice president and chief financial officer, will be presenting at the 9th Annual…
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How KidsMealDeals.com connects families to restaurant specials
The site features operator-posted content with the option for Web site and Google Maps links.
read nowNew Costa Vida tool lets fans request future locations
June 30, 2009
SALT LAKE CITY — Costa Vida has announced a new social media tool on its Web site that gives fans the chance to request a Costa Vida location in their own…
read nowAmerican Clearinghouse unveils online mapping tools
June 30, 2009
LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- American Clearinghouse has unveiled new Web site tools to help direct mail clients target specific areas and groups. By using the…
read nowTogo's intros Roast Beef Bacon & Cheddar sandwich
June 30, 2009
SAN JOSE, Calif. — Togo's Eateries Inc. has announced it has introduced a new Roast Beef, Bacon & Cheddar sandwich. The new sandwich features tender 9…
read nowProducts recalled due to potential salmonella contamination
June 30, 2009
PLAINVIEW, Minn. — Plainview Milk Products Cooperative is voluntarily recalling instant nonfat dried milk, whey protein, fruit stabilizers, and gums…
read nowSonny's Bar-B-Q announces new agency of record
June 29, 2009
MAITLAND, Fla. — Sonny's Franchise Co., parent company of Sonny's Real Pit Bar-B-Q, has announced that Engauge will become its new agency of record as of July…
read nowSupreme Court rules in favor of Atlanta Bread franchisee
June 29, 2009
BlueMauMau: The Supreme Court ruled last October that it would review an appellate court decision in the case of a former Atlanta Bread franchisee who had been…
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