Top 100: People – Anthony Pigliacampo, Modmarket

October 24, 2014

Anthony Pigliacampo, founder of Modmarket, is number 10 on our list of the 2014 Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers: People.

Panda Express opens first restaurant in Dubai

October 23, 2014

Gourmet Gulf will open a second branch at The Walk, Jumeirah Beach Residence later this year, according to the report.

Billy Sims' key to growth: Stay true, keep it simple

Since 2004, Oklahoma-based chain Billy Sims Barbecue has grown to 40 locations in five states. What's the secret to the brand's success?

Want to influence customers? Listen up, say marketing experts

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

Listening to customers can yield key insights into what customers like, what they don't like, what's working and what's not. Those insights yield actionable…

HR director provides tips for discrimination claims

October 23, 2014

Director of Human Resources David Peasall at FrankCrum, a professional employer organization, spoke out about why companies should prepare for the possibility…

'Discover Fresh' campaign includes new leadership hires, messaging

October 23, 2014

The campaign, which involves corporate and restaurant-level changes, supports Garden Fresh's commitment to farm-fresh food and made-from-scratch menu items.

Zaxby's secures sponsorship of Heart of Dallas Bowl game

October 23, 2014

The game will be called the Zaxby's Heart of Dallas Bowl, and the sponsorship will be for four years through the 2017 bowl game, with an option to extend for a…

Tropical Smoothie Café adds turkey club options, 'Naughty' and 'Nice' smoothies to holiday menu

October 23, 2014

Tropical Smoothie Café is adding six new holiday-themed options to its menu nationwide through late December.

Slapfish adds 'Little Sharks Menu' for kids

October 23, 2014

Slapfish is introducing a "Little Sharks Menu" for kids under 12 at its Huntington Beach and Laguna Beach locations in Southern California.

Costa Vida set to open first Seattle store

October 23, 2014

Costa Vida will break into the Seattle metropolitan market when it opens a new restaurant at 1900 S. Commons, Suite A in Federal Way on Nov. 17.

Restaurant group secures financing for Corner Bakery Cafe expansion

October 23, 2014

MX Restaurants and Bakeries Inc. has secured a $5.6 million loan from GE Capital's Franchise Finance to pay off short-term debt related to a recent acquisition…

Franchise Rankings names 10 best franchises

October 23, 2014

Franchiserankings.com announced rankings for Best Overall Franchises and Best Food Franchises for October 2014..

Top 100: People – George Michel, Boston Market

October 23, 2014

George Michel, CEO of Boston Market, is number 11 on our list of the 2014 Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers: People.

Big brands capture big social media share, but smaller brands get the love

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

It's no surprise that Chipotle grabs the lions' share of social media attention among top fast casual brands, but smaller, regional eateries inspire the most…

Eliminate complacency to build a thriving enterprise

by Erle Dardick — CEO, Monkeymedia

People, products, markets, customers and processes are dynamic and must change in order to adapt and grow.

Bruegger's Bagels announces winner of $10,000 Artist Challenge

October 22, 2014

Bruegger's Bagels has selected the original artwork of Taia Morley of Stillwater, Minnesota, as the winner of its $10,000 Artist Challenge.

Jamba Juice launches Chicagoland hiring push

October 22, 2014

Jamba Juice will be hosting a Jamba Hiring Day in the Chicago area on Oct. 24 to identify and recruit candidates for Jamba team member or store personnel…

Planet Smoothie and Tasti D-Lite announce SoCal expansion plans

October 22, 2014

Planet Smoothie and Tasti D-Lite plan to open dozens of locations together in Southern California.

Newk's doubles inaugural ovarian cancer research fundraising goal

October 22, 2014

Newk's Eatery and participants in the Newk's Cares OCRF Ready. Set. Ride! Ovarian Cycle fundraiser generated more than $117,500 for the inaugural year of the…

Buffalo Wild Wings will sponsor Citrus Bowl

October 22, 2014

Buffalo Wild Wing and Florida Citrus Sports announced the restaurant chain will sponsor the Citrus Bowl in Orlando on New Year's Day.