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Taking a deep dive into beverage trends
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Consumers have told us they want more coffee, tea and alcohol options from restaurants
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Newk's adds Lenten-friendly menu
February 28, 2014
Newk's Eatery's spring menu is featuring seafood dishes suited for the Lenten season, according to a company press release.
read nowFreshii signs franchise deal for Saudi Arabia
February 28, 2014
Freshii has signed an area development deal to expand its presence in the Middle East, which currently includes two units in Dubai. The new franchisee, Raddah…
read nowBurger 21 expands Atlanta presence
February 28, 2014
Burger 21 has signed two agreements to develop three units in the Atlanta area. Alex Kim will open a restaurant in Johns Creek, Ga., later this year, while new…
read nowSmoothie King launches discount for multi-unit franchisees
February 28, 2014
Smoothie King Franchises has announced an incentive program giving new franchisees the opportunity to save money when they sign a multi-unit agreement to open…
read nowWeather dampened restaurant traffic in January
February 28, 2014
One theme touched upon during most recent earnings calls has been the severe winter weather's impact on restaurant traffic. According to the National…
read nowResearch shows strong connection between restaurant ambiance and consumer appeal
February 28, 2014
New research from Technomic's Consumer Brand Metrics tool outlines how restaurant ambiance can affect consumers' value perceptions.
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Going global: Is your brand ready?
by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com
Restaurant execs share the dos and don'ts of expanding internationally.
read nowFood Runner acquires Philippines-based City Delivery
February 27, 2014
Food Runner, a food delivery company in Southeast Asia, has acquired City Delivery, another food delivery service operating in the Philippines. The acquisition…
read nowNRA names new SVP of ServSafe
February 27, 2014
The National Restaurant Association announced the appointment of Sherman Brown as senior vice president of business and financial strategy for its ServSafe…
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5 ways restaurants can embrace sustainable packaging
If customers believe you are irresponsible in sourcing your packaging, they may cease to give you their business.
read nowCheese Merchants introduces new brands
February 27, 2014
Cheese Merchants of America, a cheese supplier to the foodservice and retail industries, has announced a change in its cheese brands: Mama Francesca is now…
read nowJersey Mike's adds charity partners for its annual Month of Giving campaign
February 27, 2014
This March, Jersey Mike's Subs is partnering with more than 100 local charities for the company's 4th Annual March "Month of Giving" fundraising campaign.
read nowModmarket opening in Denver mall
February 27, 2014
Modmarket announced today the opening of its seventh Front Range restaurant. The new Modmarket is at 900 16th St., in Denver at the 16th Street Mall, an…
read nowSocial Blends launches low-calorie, on-tap cocktails
February 27, 2014
While craft beer is becoming more popular in fast casual restaurants, it's often marketed to men, leaving out many female customers who may prefer other…
read nowSmiling Moose opens four new units
February 27, 2014
Smiling Moose Deli has recently opened four new locations in Cincinnati; Rapid City, S.D.; Bozeman, Montana; and Fargo, N.D., accordinig to a company press…
read nowAbraaj Group exits Pancake House
February 27, 2014
The Abraaj Group has exited its investment in Pancake House Inc., one of the largest fast casual dining chains in the Philippines, according to theasset.com.
read nowMuscle Maker launches new protein shake
February 27, 2014
Muscle Maker Grill has partnered with Inergetics, a developer of nutritional supplements, to launch a high- performance, private-label protein shake to be…
read nowRubio's dishing up sustainable tilapia options
February 27, 2014
Rubio's Restaurants is introducing two new grilled Regal Springs Tilapia menu items, representing the brand's dedication to creating delicious, craveable…
read nowPassion brewing at Maui Wowi
February 27, 2014
To help customers cope with the extreme weather conditions hitting communities across the U.S., Maui Wowi Hawaiian is bringing back its warm Pacific Passion…
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