Hold the salt: 5 quick tips for serving low sodium menu items

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Cutting out the salt to make dishes healthier is no new concept; however, cooking without the salt can be a challenging and daunting task. That’s why we…

Noodles & Co. to use PeopleMatter hiring software

February 21, 2011

Noodles & Company has signed a partnership deal to implement PeopleMatter's Hire software-as-a-service solution in its restaurants.

UC Hub Group forms new subsidiary, PB Brands

February 21, 2011

UC Hub Group announced today that it has formed a new operating subsidiary, PB Brands. 

The brand you live is the only one they'll love

by Lori Walderich — CMO, Top That! Pizza

If you think big and creatively, you should find plenty of brand-building opportunities.

Tin Star embarks on Texas-sized turnaround

By Steve Coomes

Genghis Grill promo to track 54 contestants

February 17, 2011

Genghis Grill’s Health Kwest campaign will track the journey of 54 contestants vying to win $10,000.

Australian burger concept heads to US shores

February 17, 2011

On Feb. 25, Sydney, Australia-based Oporto will open its first United States location in Rancho Cucamonga, Calif. The restaurant is the first of three…

Shane's Rib Shack celebrates strong 2010

February 17, 2011

Shane´s Rib Shack has signed new franchise agreements totaling more than 50 units and expected to bring 25 new stores to Alabama and 20 new stores to Central…

Webinar: Turning Website Visitors Into Customers By Building Trust Online

People do business with those whom they trust. On the Internet, this is particularly true. If you can build more trust with your customers, your revenues…

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…

Food trucks: Taking your brand to the streets

By Tom Smith

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…

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…

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…

Corn at center of price increases

By Steve Coomes

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…

Keep your customers out of the ER For dessert

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Does it seem to anyone else that almost out of nowhere, all of a sudden, people are expressing food allergies in amazing numbers? 

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…