Caribbean, Japanese flavors increase on restaurant menus

February 16, 2011

According to Mintel’s Global New Products Database (GNPD), lesser-known ethnic fare has experienced a robust product growth in the consumer marketplace. 

Boloco unveils new ordering app

February 16, 2011

Boloco has rolled out its new online ordering app for iPhones through a partnership with Mobilaurus, a Boston-based app company that creates mobile ordering…

UFood Grill approved for SBA Franchise Registry

February 15, 2011

UFood Restaurant Group Inc. has been approved for listing on the U.S. Small Business Administration's (SBA) official Franchise Registry. UFood submitted its…

Tom & Eddie’s donates opening-week proceeds

February 15, 2011

Tom & Eddie’s will donate $4,000 made during opening week of its Geneva, Ill., restaurant to two local organizations – the Geneva Academic Foundation (GAF…

S.M.A.R.T. Restaurant Group to deploy MonkeyMedia Software

February 15, 2011

MonkeyMedia Software, a provider of web-based software, strategy and education services for multi-unit restaurant operators, has announced that S.M.A.R.T.

Phil Friedman joins Brandstand Group as vice chair

February 14, 2011

Former McAlister’s Deli president and CEO Philip Friedman has been named vice chairman of the Board of Directors at Brandstand Group, a restaurant brand…

Firehouse pits sub against sub

February 14, 2011

Firehouse Subs is hosting its first sub vs. sub “Chompetition," a nationwide battle for the chain's supreme specialty sandwich.

BBI co-brands Smallcakes, FreshBerry

February 14, 2011

Beautiful Brands International has launched its first ever co-branded store in Jenks, Okla., combining Smallcakes Cupcakery with FreshBerry’s lineup of frozen…

Jamba Juice partners with SYGMA Alliance

February 13, 2011

Jamba Inc. and national foodservice distribution SYGMA, have announced their plans to form a supply chain distribution alliance. The proposed alliance will…

Women make restaurant ownership gains

February 13, 2011

New research from the National Restaurant Association shows that nearly 50 percent of restaurants are now owned by women.

P.F. Chang's names Lane Cardwell as CEO

February 13, 2011

P.F. Chang's China Bistro Inc., operator of P.F. Chang's restaurants and Pei Wei Asian Diner, has announced that former board member F. Lane Cardwell will…

NAFEM show winds down, president's award given

February 11, 2011

The 2010 North American Foodservice Equipment Manufacturers Show wrapped up Saturday with the announcement of the 2011 NAFEM President's Award, given to The…

Einstein Noah preps for earnings call

February 10, 2011

Einstein Noah Restaurant Group Inc. will release its fourth quarter and full year 2010 financial results after the market closes Feb. 24.

NRA show will embrace innovation

February 10, 2011

The National Restaurant Association is seeking innovative food and beverage products that have made a significant impact on the industry, and will recognize…

Restaurant.com reaches 18K milestone

February 10, 2011

Restaurant.com, which connects eateries to diners nationwide, has added its 18,000th restaurant partner. In conjunction with the milestone, diners also have a…

Smashburger heads to Brooklyn

February 10, 2011

The New York City borough of Brooklyn will get its first of three planned Smashburgers in May. Franchisee Jim Denburg will open the outlet in the Fort Greene…

Digital Signage Today reveals ROI numbers for digital menu boards

February 10, 2011

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Digital Signage Today announced it has published "Digital Menu Boards and ROI: Finding the break-even point for digital signage in…

NAFEM Show highlights energy savings

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

February 10, 2011

Exhibitors on day two of the North American Foodservice Equipment Manufacturers Show expressed optimism about the number of attendees at this year’s event…

Chipotle earnings: Recession, what recession?

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

February 10, 2011

Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. reported financial results for its fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2010.

Einstein Bros. prolongs National Bagel Day

February 9, 2011

National Bagel Day was Feb. 9, but Einstein Bros. Bagels and Noah's Bagels are celebrating through Feb. 14 by offering Facebook fans a free new bagel thin…