Tasti D-Lite signs NYC franchise deal

June 4, 2009

NEW YORK, NY — Frozen dessert concept Tasti D-Lite has inked an area development deal for the New York Metro market, the company has announced. The agreement…

Starbucks to drop high-fructose corn syrup

June 4, 2009

Reuters: Starbucks Corp. plans to revamp its menu at the end of this month to lure health- and cost-conscious consumers. On June 30, the coffee chain will…

MonkeyMedia debuts QSR catering software solution

June 3, 2009

VANCOUVER, British Columbia — MonkeyMedia Software, provider of web-based operations solutions for the foodservice industry, has released MonkeyCatering 3.0…

Bruegger's reports better-than-expected Q1 results

June 3, 2009

BURLINGTON, Vt. — Bruegger's Enterprises Inc. has announced its financial results for the 2009 first quarter ending April 15. First quarter systemwide gross…

Einstein Noah to present at Piper Jaffray conference

June 2, 2009

LAKEWOOD, Colo. — Einstein Noah Restaurant Group has announced that the company will present at the Piper Jaffray 29th Annual Consumer Conference at The Westin…

Panera Bread to present at Piper Jaffray, NASDAQ forum

June 2, 2009

ST. LOUIS, Mo. — Panera Bread Co. has announced that Jeff Kip, senior vice president and chief financial officer, will be a presenter at the 29th Annual Piper…

Starbucks lays off customer service reps

June 2, 2009

The Seattle Times: Starbucks Corp. is laying off an undisclosed number of workers this week at its customer service center in Seattle, which answers calls and…

Wand Corp. partners with LG Electronics for LCD screens

June 2, 2009

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. — Wand Corp. has announced a partnership with LG Electronics to directly sell and repair LG LCD Screens to Wand Corp.'s quick-service and…

Judge overturns $100 million Starbucks tips verdict

June 2, 2009

LA Times: A California appeals court reversed a ruling Tuesday that had ordered the coffee giant to pay more than $100 million in restitution for allowing…

ASK THE EXPERTS: What special types of coverage should restaurant operators consider?

June 2, 2009

Grasping the ins and outs of insurance requires a steep learning curve for the average restaurant owner. There's more to insurance coverage than property and…

ASK THE EXPERTS: What do restaurant operators need to be aware of when determining the type of insurance they should buy?

June 2, 2009

Restaurant operators are faced with a dizzying array of choices when it comes to purchasing insurance coverage.    Fast Casual asked Georgianna Stump, senior…

ASK THE EXPERTS: What is the most important type of insurance restaurant operators should have?

June 2, 2009

ASK THE EXPERTS: What are the top two misunderstandings about insurance?

June 2, 2009

Insurance can be a confusing issue for restaurant operators. Fast Casual asked Georgianna Stump, senior director with insurance provider Risk Services Corp.…

Boston Market puts BBQ on the menu

June 1, 2009

GOLDEN, Colo. — Boston Market has announced it is introducing Summertime BBQ selections to the menu. The limited-time menu is now available nationwide through…

Oregon governor expected to sign menu labeling bill

June 1, 2009

The Register-Guard: The Oregon Legislature on Monday approved a new law requiring chain restaurants with 15 or more U.S. outlets to post calorie information on…

Shane's Rib Shack launches Red, White and BBQ promotion

June 1, 2009

ATLANTA — Shane's Rib Shack is gearing up for the summer season with its new promotion, Red, White and BBQ, the company has announced.    Running June …

Buffalo Wild Wings to present at Piper Jaffray conference

June 1, 2009

MINNEAPOLIS — Buffalo Wild Wings Inc. has announced that the company will present at an upcoming consumer conference.   On June 9, the company will present at…

Potbelly adds Zapp's potato chips to offerings

June 1, 2009

CHICAGO — Potbelly Sandwich Works is having a "Free Chip Celebration" on June 3 to introduce its new side offering: Zapp's potato chips.   On June 3 from 1…

Obama stops at Five Guys for jalapeno cheeseburger

May 31, 2009

The Associated Press: President Barack Obama made a surprise lunchtime stop at a Washington, D.C., Five Guys on May 29.   The president ordered a cheeseburger…

Pinkberry, Red Mango spice up competitive efforts

May 31, 2009

USA Today: Frozen yogurt sales are expected to increase 20 percent during the summer months, prompting big-name chains such as Pinkberry and Red Mango to…