Punchh, MonkeyMedia to launch catering rewards and loyalty program

November 12, 2013

Punchh, a mobile CRM suite for restaurants, has formed a strategic partnership with Monkey Media Software and the MMS Catering Institute, to create a…

Survey: 84 percent more likely to return to retailers with loyalty programs

November 12, 2013

Nearly 60 percent of global respondents said that loyalty programs were available where they shopped, and of those, 84 percent said they were more likely to…

Holiday flavors now at Yogurtland

November 12, 2013

Yogurtland is celebrating the holidays with 12 special flavors and six toppings, according to a company press release.

Tropical Smoothie taking on Alabama

November 12, 2013

Tropical Smoothie Café has announced plans to add 15 more locations in Alabama in the coming years. The chain, which has 11 locations throughout the state…

MOOYAH opens first unit in Baton Rouge

November 12, 2013

MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes has opened its first location in Baton Rouge, La., at 6555 Siegen Lane Suite 6. The Nov. 6 opening marked the brand's first…

Smashburger hosts Vegas marriage on 11-12-13

November 12, 2013

At the stroke of midnight, the first couple to marry in Las Vegas on the iconic date of 11/12/13 said "I do" with Elvis officiating and a six-tier, piping hot…

Dunkin vs Starbucks hinges on loyalty, rewards

by Jitendra Gupta — Mobile CRM Director, Punchh

Being a leader is great, but being a fast follower can be equally as good.

Vine vs. Instagram Video: Which platform is best for restaurants?

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Video marketing may be the future of social media.

Green Leaf's and Bananas debuts in Colorado

November 11, 2013

Two of Villa Enterprises Management's fast casual chains have been combined to mark Colorado's first Green Leaf's and Bananas joint location at the FlatIron…

Orange Leaf launches winter LTOs

November 11, 2013

Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt customers can now indulge in three limited-time-only winter frozen yogurt flavors: Chocolate Mint, Peppermint and new White Chocolate…

New PCI guidelines will go live Jan. 1, 2014

November 11, 2013

The PCI Security Standards Council, an open, global forum for the development of payment card security standards, has published version 3.0 of the PCI Data…

McAlister's rolls out new recipes, bigger portions

November 11, 2013

McAlister's Deli has launched a line of new "Big Bold Sandwiches," according to a company press release.

Wingstop celebrates several openings

November 11, 2013

Wingstop has opened several new locations, including its second unit in Portland, Ore. The new opening is part of a multiunit development agreement with…

Pie Five sets its sights on Music City

November 11, 2013

Pie Five Pizza Co. will make its debut in Nashville, Tenn., in the early part of 2014. The brand announced today it has awarded 10 franchise units to Rich…

President Obama reportedly supports $10.10 minimum wage

November 11, 2013

Reports surfaced last week that President Obama supports an increase in the federal minimum wage to $10.10 an hour, from the current $7.25 an hour. This…

MOOYAH targets Midwest

November 8, 2013

MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes has announced a focused growth plan targeting Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, Indiana and Illinois. The chain has enlisted the…

E-FLEX coalition files comments with IRS

November 8, 2013

Backed by the National Restaurant Association, the Employers for Flexibility in Health Care Coalition has filed comments with the Internal Revenue Service…

How one Canadian better-burger chain plans to win US marketshare

The founder and CEO of Big Smoke Burger is confident that Americans will embrace his concept.

The Pizza Studio opening 20 units in San Diego

November 7, 2013

Los Angeles' The Pizza Studio will expand into San Diego County after signing a multi-unit development agreement for 20 new locations with veteran restaurant…

Affordable Health Benefits Coalition launches

November 7, 2013

The Affordable Health Benefits Coalition has been launched by a group of organizations, including the National Council of Chain Restaurants, with the common…