Minimum Wage: Are you ready for employee questions?

by Jason Hamilton — VP of Marketing, Snagajob

Currently, a higher wage is encouraged but not required for businesses.

Consumer trend report explores popularity of soup and salad

February 6, 2014

A new consumer trend report from Technomic reveals insights into consumer preferences for soup and salad. According to a news release from the company, more…

Bizzare Foods' Andrew Zimmern to host event at NRA show

February 6, 2014

Andrew Zimmern, the host of Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern and Andrew Zimmern's Bizarre World on the Travel Channel, will serve as host and emcee for the…

Salsarita's founder launching fast casual Italian concept

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Italian cuisine makes sense as a fast casual concept because it looks good, cooks quickly and is great for to-go options.

Phil Friedman named CEO of Salsarita's; launching growth plan

February 6, 2014

After acquiring Salsarita's in 2011, Phil Friedman is stepping up as its CEO to launch major expansion efforts, according to a company press release. Friedman…

Smoothie King signs 100 agreements in 2013

February 6, 2014

Smoothie King Franchises experienced its fourth consecutive year of same-store sales growth and development in 2013, according to a company press release.

Charleys partners with Coca-Cola

February 6, 2014

GOSH Enterprises, parent company of Charley's Grilled Subs and Charleys Philly Steaks restaurant concepts, and The Coca-Cola Company, have announced a…

Braddah's launches retail line

February 6, 2014

Braddah's Island Style Burritos, Bowls & Tacos, a fast casual restaurant that combines Hawaiian and Mexican flavors, is now selling retail items just in…

La Madeleine opens first franchise

February 6, 2014

La Madeleine Country French Café's opening in Lubbock, Texas, marks the brand's first franchise location, according to a company press release.

Qdoba intros new queso flavors

February 6, 2014

Qdoba Mexican Grill is adding two new queso flavors to its menu. The new Queso Diablo and Queso Verde, both drawing inspiration from Qdoba's original 3-Cheese…

Garbanzo rolls out whole-wheat, gluten-free options

February 6, 2014

Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill has introduced a whole-wheat laffa wrap and a gluten-free pita to its nationwide menu offerings. Guests now have the option of…

Moe's lands at Orlando airport

February 6, 2014

"Welcome to Moe's!" can now be heard by travelers in the main terminal of the Orlando International Airport, according to a company press release.

How mobile apps help restaurants drive profits

by Jess Taylor — CEO, Blue Rocket

For restaurants, mobile is changing the customer service model by enabling more discrete time optimization. Marketers need to evaluate how to adapt their…

Foodler upgrades online ordering app

February 5, 2014

Foodler, an online food ordering service that connects consumers with restaurants for immediate delivery, announced the release of its free iPad app, along…

ParTech releases food safety checklist solution

February 5, 2014

ParTech Inc., a mobile-based, automated solution that provides checklist management for food safety programs and employee-assigned tasks, announced the release…

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Jim James, Fiona Apple contribute to Starbucks' Valentine's Day compilation

February 5, 2014

Starbucks has released the fifth installment of its Valentine's Day compilation of popular love songs covered by indie artists. The music is available for…

Corner Bakery trekking through California

February 5, 2014

Corner Bakery Cafe has awarded its first multi-unit development agreement of the new year, planning to open nine restaurants in the Central Valley area of…

Sloan's opens first franchised location

February 5, 2014

South Florida’s Sloan’s Ice Cream has opened its first franchise location in Delray Beach, Fla., under the direction of David and Debra Olmo. (Click here to…

Salsarita's offers reduced-royalty rates

February 5, 2014

Salsarita's is launching a new growth incentive program for new and existing franchisees in 2014 and 2015. The company will offer new owners and existing…