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Fazoli's breadsticks hit the road
by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance
June 25, 2012
Food trucks have become a great brand extension for restaurant chains and chefs looking to extend market reach. And restaurant chains continue to capitalize on…
read nowBillabong event benefits Chipotle Cultivate Foundation
June 24, 2012
Billabong has announced that the Chipotle Cultivate Foundation, an organization committed to creating a more sustainable and healthful food supply and to…
read nowBruegger's adds summertime LTOs
June 24, 2012
Bruegger's Bagels has announced the launch of several new limited-time offers, available now through Sept. 18.
read nowNRA partners with Canadian association to launch sustainability program
June 22, 2012
The National Restaurant Association has announced its partnership with the Canadian Restaurant and Foodservices Association (CRFA) to launch a Canadian version…
read nowFreshii continues international expansion
June 21, 2012
Freshii has announced that it has signed two new international multi-unit deals with the help of its franchise development partner Fransmart. The deals call…
read nowFresh to Order launches line of 'better for you' burgers
June 21, 2012
Fresh To Order (f2o) has announced plans to add a new line of “better for you burgers” to its menu. Offerings will include a vegetarian black bean burger that…
read nowFreshBerry opens unit No. 40
June 21, 2012
Beautiful Brands International has announced the opening of its 40th FreshBerry Self-Serve Frozen Yogurt store. The new store, located in Charlotte, N.C., is…
read nowSmashburger opens second Calgary location
June 21, 2012
Smashburger is opening its second location in Calgary, Canada, on June 27, following the May 2012 launch of its first-ever Canadian restaurant, also in Calgary.
read nowSeattle's Best expands commuter concept in NY
June 21, 2012
Seattle's Best Coffee, part of Starbucks Corporation, has announced that its commuter-centric concept menu will be featured in a new Brooklyn, N.Y., franchise…
read nowRetail vs. restaurant competition heats up
June 21, 2012
The daily mealtime competition between restaurants and retailers has become more intense in the past two years, as economic conditions have affected…
read nowBurger King, Cosi franchisee implements PCI security solution
June 21, 2012
C.R. Restaurant Inc., a multi-unit franchisee in the quick-serve and fast casual market, has implemented SecureConnect managed security solutions in all 30 of…
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Chicago gets fourth Panera Cares cafe
by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com
June 20, 2012
Chicago is joining Dearborn, Mich., Clayton, Mo., and Portland, Ore., as cities featuring a Panera Cares Community Cafe. The company is turning its Chicago…
read nowVeggie Grill names Debbie Porter director of marketing
June 20, 2012
Veggie Grill has announced that Debbie Porter has joined the team as the director of marketing. Porter joins CEO Greg Dollarhyde and co-founders Kevin Boylan…
read nowRed Mango, Texting Awareness Foundation team up for driver safety
June 20, 2012
Texting and driving is the No. 1 killer of teens in America, and Memorial Day through Labor Day are known as the 100 deadliest days of summer from critical…
read nowFirehouse Subs pork & slaw sandwich launches nationally
June 20, 2012
Based on consumer demand, Firehouse Subs has announced the national launch of its King's Hawaiian Pork & Slaw sandwich. The sandwich will be available for…
read nowSeattle's Best crowdsources for 'next great coffee drink'
June 20, 2012
Seattle's Best Coffee, part of Starbucks Corporation, is teaming up with celebrity chef Jeff Mauro to launch the Red Cup Showdown – a coast-to-coast search at…
read nowJJ's Red Hots plans first opening
June 19, 2012
JJ’s Red Hots will bring its handcrafted, chargrilled hot dogs and sausages to Charlotte, N.C.
read nowWingstop to fly into Oregon
June 19, 2012
Wingstop has announced that the 515-unit chain has signed a multi-unit development agreement to open 12 new restaurants throughout the state of Oregon.
read nowBarberitos contest nets 187-pound weight loss
June 19, 2012
Barberitos launched its 2012 Healthy Campaign in January to promote weight loss and wellness. The campaign kicked off with an alternative healthy menu and a…
read nowStarbucks broadens Latin American presence
June 19, 2012
Starbucks Coffee Company has reaffirmed its commitment to Latin America with two major openings -- its first store in Costa Rica, and its first Farmer Support…
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