Executive chef salaries rose slightly in 2009

July 5, 2010

StarChefs.com has announced the results of its nationwide 2009 Salary Survey: While the 2008 Survey posted significant losses, 2009 showed that some chefs are…

Fuddruckers begins Exotic Fridays Contest

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July 5, 2010

Fuddruckers has started to serve elk burgers as part of the company's Fudds Exotics menu platform that features game burgers and wild-caught salmon filet.

Zaxby's celebrates 20 years with search for biggest fan

July 5, 2010

To celebrate its 20th year, Zaxby's is courting its fans and encouraging them to document their passion for the brand with its Zaxby's Fanatic Video Contest at…

Souplantation/Sweet Tomatoes intros new tropical menu

July 1, 2010

This July, Souplantation & Sweet Tomatoes will feature a new Summer Tropics menu with brand new recipes featuring tropical and exotic flavors being offered…

Shane's Rib Shack hosts The Ultimate BBQ Side contest

July 1, 2010

Shane's Rib Shack has lanched its "Ultimate BBQ Side Contest," which Shaniacs can enter by posting their side recipe on the Shane's Rib Shack Facebook page…

Pat & Oscar's extends menu with spinach salad

July 1, 2010

Pat & Oscar's Restaurants has introduced a fresh take on a customer favorite — the spinach salad. Always a summertime staple, the Pat & Oscar's spinach…

McAlister's Deli highlights Tea Town USA promotion

July 1, 2010

McAlister's Deli is finding sweet ways for customers to beat the heat this summer by declaring July 29, 2010, Free Tea Day, and offering a slew of in-store and…

Analysts predict Chipotle annual customer traffic to reach 180,000

July 1, 2010

An analysis by Trefis on Forbes.com has speculated that Chipotle customer traffic, which was 170,000 in 2007, will return to normal and even surpass that mark…

Groupon and McClatchy Interactive form national partnership

July 1, 2010

Groupon has announced that it has signed a national agreement with The McClatchy Company to distribute exclusive content to McClatchy’s websites located in 2…

Red Mango to open on Indiana University campus

June 30, 2010

Red Mango has entered into a franchise agreement to open its first Bloomington, Ind., store on the Indiana University campus.

Restaurant industry outlook softened in May

June 30, 2010

The outlook for the restaurant industry softened in May, as the National Restaurant Association's comprehensive index of restaurant activity fell below 100 for…

Hello Pasta to open first NYC location

June 30, 2010

Hello Pasta, a new model in fast casual dining that serves a selection of cooked pasta and sauces, will launch its first of four restaurant locations in New…

Capriotti's signs deals for San Diego and Denver markets

June 30, 2010

Capriotti's Sandwich Shop has signed agreements for expansion into two new markets: San Diego and Denver. The San Diego deal comes on the heels of Capriotti's…

Tasti-D-Lite to expand across the U.S.

June 30, 2010

Tasti D-Lite is continuing its rapid expansion plans with the announcement of three area development agreements with commitments for 65 locations in Dallas…

NRA: Show attendance increased 11%

June 29, 2010

A post-event review and analysis of the 91st annual National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show and the International Wine, Spirits and Beer…

Corner Bakery Cafe launches Get Fresh summer program

June 29, 2010

In alignment with the growing garden movement spearheaded by First Lady Michelle Obama, Corner Bakery Cafe has introduced its “Get Fresh” program and announced…

Market Force restaurant study reveals jump in consumer confidence

June 29, 2010

Consumer confidence is on the rise when it comes to eating out, according to a new survey conducted by Market Force Information, a customer intelligence and…

Schlotzsky's to place Coca-Cola Freestyle in four locations

June 29, 2010

Schlotzsky's has signed a partnership with The Coca-Cola Company to use its new proprietary fountain dispenser, The Freestyle, in four Dallas/Ft. Worth…

Taco Cabana showcases specialty Mexican cheese

June 28, 2010

Taco Cabana is truly grilling cheese with its limited-time offer on its menu - chicken fajita skillets, featuring generous portions of bubbling, grilled…

Panera pay-what-you-want experiment to expand

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

June 28, 2010

Panera chairman Ronald Shaich has said he is pleased with the first month of his nonprofit store in Clayton, Mo., according to USAToday.com. Scaich plans to…