Smashburger CMO: Better burgers are here to stay

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

Smashburger grew by about 20 percent this year, and it's likely it will continue that pace next year, according to newly-appointed CMO Josh Kern.

Sip Savvy, Einstein Bros., Red Mango land at San Jose airport

November 25, 2014

The three new restaurants, operated by airport concessionaire Mission Yogurt, will operate in Terminal A.

Int'l Franchise Association adds two executives

November 25, 2014

The International Franchise Association has added two government relations and public policy professionals to its team. They include:

Top 100: Technologies – Vine

November 25, 2014

Vine is number 7 on our list of the 2014 Fast Casual Top 100 Movers and Shakers: Technologies.

Firehouse Subs plans big media push in 2015

Firehouse Subs CEO Don Fox says the keys to brand success are simple: a passion for food, great atmosphere, great customer service and philanthropy.

What's in your kitchen?

by John Krebs — President, Axis Purchasing

Technology in food engineering and processing equipment coupled with better logistics has given companies the ability to specialize.

Consumer confidence grows, but costs pressure profits

November 24, 2014

Despite increased consumer confidence, increased costs -- beef is up 39 percent -- are making it tough for restaurants to earn a profit.

Business diners spend 6% more than leisure diners

November 24, 2014

Concur, a provider of spend management solutions, has released an analysis showing the habits of business diners and their benefits to restaurant…

Syrus Restaurant Information Services adds Android app

November 24, 2014

Syrus Restaurant Information Services has added an Android app to its restaurant management solutions portfolio to complement its already existing iOS app.

Restaurant groups deride lack of Renewable Fuel Standard decision

November 24, 2014

Last week, the Environmental Protection Agency announced it will delay the 2014 ethanol volume mandate, a move that will continue to affect commodities costs.

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill launches new website

November 24, 2014

Firebirds' new site includes streamlined reservations, click-to-call capabilities, directions, simplified gift card ordering and location-specific content.

Taco Republic offers 'season pass'

November 24, 2014

Buy a pass and you can eat your choice of three tacos, chips and salsa every day from Dec. 5 through March 5.

Teriyaki Madness hires new director of marketing

November 24, 2014

Dave O'Connor will focus on marketing the Asian concept nationally and supporting franchisees.

Maui Wowi Hawaiian rolls out Cyber Monday deal

November 24, 2014

Customers who order online using the promo code "CYBER" will get nearly half off.

Of note on social media: Panda Express 'joy spotting' campaign

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

An eight-hour social media campaign yielded a 389-percent increase in mentions of the brand on Twitter and a 24-percent increase in followers.

Restaurant organizations apprehensive about Obama's executive action on immigration

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

It has been estimated that about 20 percent of chefs, head cooks and cooks in the restaurant industry are undocumented immigrants.

Domestic tea sales jump 6%

November 21, 2014

According to new research from the American Botanical Council, sales of loose, bagged, concentrated and herbal tea in the US increased by 5.9 percent in 2013…

Qdoba experiences double-digit growth in catering sales

November 21, 2014

Jack in the Box, parent company of Jack in the Box and Qdoba restaurant brands, announced its Q4 and FY results this week.

Boston Market catering, takeout up 20 percent over last year

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

November 21, 2014

Heat & Serve options have surged 20 percent over last year, and catering is up 18 percent.

Square launches free POS app

November 21, 2014

The cloud-based point-of-sale solution tracks sales and manages items and inventory.