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N.Y. TV station tests find Starbucks, Dunkin' posting incorrect calorie counts
March 9, 2009
CBS 2 HD: An investigation by CBS 2 HD TV station in New York has tested and found inconsistencies in calorie count postings for menu items at Starbucks and…
read nowSteve Schnitzler named Port City Java CEO
March 9, 2009
WILMINGTON, N.C. — Port City Java has announced the appointment of Steve Schnitzler as chief executive officer, effective Jan. 29. Schnitzler has more than 1…
read nowSchlotzsky's launches Big League Clubz sandwiches
March 9, 2009
AUSTIN, Texas — Between now and May 31, participating Schlotzsky's restaurants are introducing the newly formed, highly stacked Big League Clubz line-up. On…
read nowVapiano opens fourth D.C. location
March 9, 2009
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Vapiano has announced the opening of its fourth location in Washington, D.C. The new restaurant is located at on H Street NW in the popular…
read nowOklahoma considers task force to study menu labeling
March 9, 2009
NewsOK: The Oklahoma state Senate has passed a bill to create a task force to determine whether restaurant menus should list calories, fat grams and other…
read nowASK THE EXPERTS: How can the use of precooked meats save operators money?
March 8, 2009
When it comes to the use of precooked meat products, cost analysis goes beyond equipment needs and portion control. The cost of shrinkage, added spices…
read nowStudents fight to keep out Panda Express
March 8, 2009
United Press International: A group of University of California in Berkeley students say they are angry a Panda Express restaurant could be coming to campus.
read nowChicken Express opens new CE Restaurant
March 8, 2009
BELMONT, Mass. — The formerly known Chicken Express has recently launched a new and improved restaurant, CE Restaurant, in Belmont Mass., just outside of…
read nowNashville approves menu labeling; Congress takes up LEAN Act
March 8, 2009
The Tennessean: The Nashville Metro health board has adopted a menu labeling regulation that will require chains with 15 or more outlets nationwide to post…
read nowNPD predicts tough year for restaurant industry
March 5, 2009
CHICAGO — Rising unemployment, eroding consumer confidence, market volatility and other economic concerns will take a toll on the restaurant industry in 2009…
read nowSeattle's Best intros Blackberry Creme Latte
March 5, 2009
SEATTLE — Seattle's Best Coffee has introduced its new Blackberry Creme Latte. Joining the line-up of springtime favorites, the Blackberry Creme Latte…
read nowCalifornia Tortilla launches Buddy Rewards
March 5, 2009
ROCKVILLE, Md. — California Tortilla began a new initiative to reward loyal customers for getting their friends to try the brand. Any Burrito Elito cardholder…
read nowASK THE EXPERTS: What are the safety benefits of using pre-cooked meats?
March 5, 2009
When it comes to using raw meat products, restaurateurs face a litany of concerns when it comes to the health and safety of restaurant employees and patrons.
read nowChipotle to present at investor conference
March 4, 2009
DENVER — Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. has announced that the company will be presenting at the 30th Annual Institutional Investors Conference on March 10 at…
read nowIntura attains Gold Certified Partner status
March 4, 2009
ARLINGTON, Texas — Intura Solutions LP, a manufacturer of point-of-sale and enterprise management software for quick service, fast casual and delivery…
read nowSmashburger opens in Southern Colorado
March 4, 2009
DENVER — Smashburger has announced the March 13 opening of its first store in Colorado Springs. The store will be located in the heart of the Stetson Hills…
read nowSorting out the stimulus
March 4, 2009
How president Barack Obama's stimulus package impacts the hospitality industry.
read nowNRA, Healthy Dining redesign online resource offerings
March 4, 2009
WASHINGTON, D.C — California-based Healthy Dining and the National Restaurant Association have announced the launch of the expanded and redesigned…
read nowStarbucks barista shoots self in leg
March 3, 2009
NBC Washington: A barista at a Washington Starbucks accidentally shot himself in the leg Tuesday afternoon. The employee was hospitalized with…
read nowNew Coke fountain dispenses 100 flavors
March 3, 2009
Atlanta Journal-Constitution: Coca-Cola is testing what it calls the "fountain of the future," a sleek red machine, about the width of a refrigerator…
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