Mustard tops list of most favored hot dog toppings

July 3, 2014

Mustard tops the list of most popular complements to hot dogs, according to sales data from JJ's Red Hots.

Lavu adds multiple payment, other options to online ordering application

July 3, 2014

Lavu Inc. recently announced the addition of several new features to its online ordering application Lavu ToGo, including multiple payment options, real-time…

Consumer Reports: Low chain restaurant scores should be a ‘wake-up call’

Food quality now trumps location convenience for restaurant consumers.

Noodles & Company testing 'upselling' free-floating servers

July 2, 2014

BusinessWeek.com reported recently that Noodles & Company is adding free-floating servers focused on upselling customers.

General Mills Foodservice seeks independent restaurants’ recipes for contest

July 2, 2014

General Mills Foodservice is calling on independent family restaurants to enter its Neighborhood to Nation Recipe Contest for a chance to win up to $50,00…

Atlanta now Burger 21's largest development market

July 2, 2014

Burger 21 announced today it has signed a multiunit franchise agreement to develop three additional restaurants in the Buckhead, Cumberland Mall and North…

Yumz Gourmet Frozen Yogurt chosen as a Gulf Oil preferred vendor

July 2, 2014

Gulf Oil LP has selected Yumz Gourmet Frozen Yogurt as a preferred vendor for its Yumz Express offering. Yumz Express is a self-serve, compact frozen yogurt…

Firewürst adds Certified Angus Beef hot dog, gluten-free bun to the menu

July 2, 2014

Firewürst is expanding its menu a new Certified Angus Beef hot dog, a gluten-free bun option and several vegetarian items.

Maui Wowi honored as a top franchises for veterans

July 2, 2014

Maui Wowi Hawaiian announced today that is has been listed as one of the "50 Top Franchises for Veterans" for the second year in a row by The World Franchising…

La Madeleine opens 16th Houston location

July 2, 2014

La Madeleine Country French Café announced today the opening of its 16th location in the Greater Houston area at 2423 Katy Freeway Suite E in Sawyer Heights…

Giraffas donates 200 gallons of sauces to homeless program

July 2, 2014

Giraffas recently announced the donation of approximately 200 gallons of sauces to Chapman Partnership, a program serving the homeless in South Florida.

Dickey's launching potato chip line to benefit veterans

July 2, 2014

Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants Inc. announced today it is introducing a new line of proprietary potato chips. A portion of the proceeds from the chips will go…

RetailMeNot jumps into restaurant promotions space

July 2, 2014

RetailMeNot, a digital offers destination, has added restaurants to its roster. RetailMeNot’s promotions partnerships previously just included retailers, such…

Fresh-made pasta concept opening in London next week

July 2, 2014

Scarpetta, a new Italian fast casual concept featuring fresh-made pasta, announced plans to open in London on July 7.

NRA appoints new VP of state association relations

July 2, 2014

The National Restaurant Association has named Brendan Flanagan as vice president of State Restaurant Association Relations. In his new role, Flanagan will lead…

Wand Corp. launches new marketing software features

July 2, 2014

Wand Corp. has launched two new features to help users better customize in-store marketing and sales efforts. According to a news release, the recent…

Capriotti's CEO: Franchising an attractive option for those burned in the Great Recession

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

Morris' passion for Capriotti's food and proven concept took him from franchisee to top exec.

Tropical Smoothie Café introduces tacos to summer menu

July 1, 2014

Tropical Smoothie Café announced recently the addition of three tacos to its menu for a limited time this summer.

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf joins forces with Operation Homefront to support service members

July 1, 2014

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf will donate $1 to Operation Homefront from every purchase of its special "Support at Home" coffee and tea – and encourage…

Menchie's adds Heath-inspired flavor to summer menu

July 1, 2014

Menchie’s announced today the introduction of Chocolate Glazed Toffee Bar Made With Heath flavor to its summer menu. The limited time offer will be available…