Boston Market signs with Keurig, Green Mountain Coffee

October 17, 2010

Boston Market has entered into an agreement with Keurig Incorporated and Green Mountain Coffee Roasters Inc. to distribute Keurig's gourmet single-cup coffee…

Dickey's Barbecue turns 69

October 17, 2010

Dickey's Barbecue is celebrating 69 years of being in business with the offering of $1 pulled pork sandwiches October 19 at every location across the country.

Spicy Pickle provides franchise update

October 17, 2010

Spicy Pickle Franchising Inc. (SPFI) has reported on its outlook for the remainder of 2010 and through 2011.

Urban Eats Cafe owners recognized for business diversity

October 17, 2010

The owners of Urban Eats Café have been named to the St. Louis Business Journal's 2010 class of Diverse Business Leaders. The awards promote diversity in the…

Freshii lands in Houston

October 14, 2010

Continuing a suite of debuts across the U.S., fast casual chain Freshii celebrated another grand opening in Houston's Energy Corridor District in early…

Mooyah selects Wireless Ronin for digital signage solution

October 13, 2010

Minneapolis-based Wireless Ronin Technologies Inc. has been selected by Mooyah Burgers & Fries to provide the Frisco-based burger chain with an in-store…

zpizza opens first of more than 20 Vietnam locations

October 13, 2010

Zpizza has announced that preparations are underway for the opening of its first Vietnam restaurant.

Jamba Juice signs major purchasing agreement

October 12, 2010

Jamba Juice has signed a purchasing agreement for 41 stores, its largest refranchising transaction since the program's inception in 2009.

Togo's announces expansion, rebranding strategies

October 12, 2010

Togo's Eateries Inc. has announced plans for its growth strategy. Founded in 1971, the 242-unit, West Coast-based sandwich company plans to add at least 50 new…

Buzztime promo predicted to drive 100,000 diners to BW3

October 12, 2010

NTN Buzztime Inc., a leading interactive restaurant and bar entertainment network, is predicting another successful Pick 'Em Challenge promotion with Buffalo…

Firehouse Subs intros re-branded pickle bucket

October 12, 2010

Firehouse Subs has unveiled its new pickle bucket, showcasing Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation. The Foundation raises money throughout the restaurant…

Jimmy John's sues for trademark infringement

October 11, 2010

Chicago-based Haltsed Street International Inc., parent company of Halsted Street Deli, has been sued by Jimmy John's Enterprises LLC for trademark…

MacDonald appointed Quiznos CEO

October 11, 2010

Quiznos has announced the appointment of Greg MacDonald as CEO of Quiznos worldwide. MacDonald succeeds former CEO and Quiznos founder, Rick Schaden, who will…

Boston Market to implement successful test overhaul in San Francisco stores

October 11, 2010

As part of Boston Market's 25th anniversary celebration, the restaurant has announced the San Francisco-area launch of a nationwide rollout of experiential…

Freshii expanding into Nashville, San Francisco

October 11, 2010

Zpizza undergoes $100,000-per-store makeover

October 10, 2010

The fast casual, Laguna Beach, Calif.-born zpizza chain of almost 100 stores is undergoing a brand makeover, according to the Orange County Business Journal.

Hot Harry's Fresh Burritos expands in the East Coast

October 10, 2010

A new Fresh-Mex concept is growing in the East Coast. Hot Harry's, which features burritos, tacos and nachos at the fast casual and catering occasions, will…

China, Canada lead global foodservice growth

October 10, 2010

The global foodservice industry experienced growth from increased consumer spending, according to NPD. Canada and China especially helped drive the trend.

Uno Due Go opens university locations

October 7, 2010

Uno Restaurant Holdings Corporation has announced the opening of two franchised Uno Due Go stores: one in the new state-of-the-art student center at Cleveland…

Focus Brands adds Auntie Anne's to portfolio

October 7, 2010

Focus Brands, which subsidizes Carvel Ice Cream, Cinnabon, Schlotzsky's, Moe's Southwest Grill and Seattle's Best Coffee, has signed a definitive agreement to…