The Counter builds entire gluten-free menu

March 6, 2013

The Counter Custom Built Burgers now has an all gluten-free menu featuring signature burger builds, buns, starters, beer, wine and shakes. The menu will be…

Gluten-free requests reach new high

March 6, 2013

In January, about one-third of U.S. adults said they wanted to cut down on gluten or avoid gluten in their diet all together, marking the highest percentage…

Red Mango launches 'skinny' dessert

March 6, 2013

Red Mango has launched a dessert with calorie counters in mind. Skinny Sorbettos are pro-biotic-infused, softly frozen dairy free desserts, inspired by the…

Fazoli's extending new franchisee discounts

March 6, 2013

Fazoli's is extending its franchise incentive program an additional nine months to the end of 2013. The program combines reduced franchise fees and royalty…

The Counter launching new concept in L.A.

The smaller format is perfect for non-traditional settings.

Zoës Kitchen launches mobile app

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

In less then a week, the app already has 15,000 downloads.

Effective marketing on a shoestring budget

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

People are three to four times more likely to buy from you if they know you.

Marketing analytics on the visual Web: A Guide for restaurants

by Nate Riggs — CEO / Owner, NR Media Group

Americans are embracing a trend of following their favorite restaurant brands on social media sites in a BIG way.

PeopleMatter receives $19M in capital funding

March 5, 2013

PeopleMatter announced it has closed a $19-million growth round of capital led by Scale Venture Partners, based in California. According to PeopleMatter CEO…

Cuisine Solutions opens $30M Virginia plant

March 5, 2013

Cuisine Solutions, a provider of high-quality prepared gourmet entrees, sauces and other menu items to foodservice providers around the globe, is opening of a…

Orange Leaf rewarding loyalty club members

March 5, 2013

Hoping to make Spring Break vacations and staycations a little sweeter this spring, Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt will give four of its Ounce Back loyalty program…

Yogurtland's new app delivers 'Flavor Quest' promotion to smartphones

March 5, 2013

Have you ever wondered what Maqui Berry tasted like but can’t afford a trip to Patagonia? Or, maybe you'd like to try authentic Polynesian vanilla; Yogurtland…

Eclipse Digital Media launches Excel-based digital menu board solution

March 4, 2013

Eclipse Digital Media has introduced a new digital menu board solution, called EMBED, that can be updated using an Excel spreadsheet.

Pancheros intros proprietary hot sauces

March 4, 2013

Pancheros Mexican Grill has introduced a new line of proprietary hot sauces. Forming a partnership with specialty food purveyor, Juan, the Iowa-based franchise…

La Madeleine celebrating 30th anniversary with free Paris trip

March 4, 2013

La Madeleine Country French Café is celebrating its 30th anniversary and saying "merci beaucoup" to its guests with a chance to win a trip to Paris. To…

Lemon pepper tuna back on Togo's menu

March 4, 2013

Lemon pepper tuna is back at Togo's 250 units and is available through May 28. The sandwich returns as a hot melt or a cold sandwich and features 100-percent…

Smartphones: The secret ingredient

Branded mobile apps provide a direct link to the loyal customer, which in turn enriches the brand-consumer relationship and provides new and powerful…

OpenTable introduces app for Facebook sharing

March 1, 2013

OpenTable has launched a new Facebook app, "Places I've Eaten." The new app makes it easy for people to share their dining history, favorite restaurants and…

Restaurant operators optimistic about the months ahead

March 1, 2013

Driven by a more optimistic outlook among restaurant operators, the National Restaurant Association's Restaurant Performance Index (RPI) rose to its highest…

VooDoo extends footprint to New Orleans' West Bank

March 1, 2013

VooDoo BBQ & Grill has opened its first location on New Orleans' West Bank, a populous and high-growth area with great potential, said its owner and…