Former Jamba Juice, Del Monte Foods exec named CEO of Project Juice

January 19, 2016

Susan Shields, a veteran of the food and beverage industry, has more than 25 years in the retail and food service marketing and business management industry.

Starbucks: Latte Maccchiato here to stay

January 5, 2016

Starbucks baristas will use a carefully crafted technique to draw out an intensely bold and roasty flavor that highlights the espresso in the beverage.

Vitality Bowls launches in Miami

December 9, 2015

Vitality Bowls has signed a lease to open its first Miami café.

Papa John’s, Tully's Coffee to open new branded locations at Daytona International Speedway

December 2, 2015

Tully's Coffee and Papa John's International Inc. will establish new branded locations at Daytona International Speedway as part of the amenities associated…

FCES15: Beverage smarts: What’s on trend

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

Beverages are an important aspect of the consumer dining experience and play a critical part of a restaurant’s branding efforts. Being on trend is key to…

Carpigiani shares sweet opportunity with 'Fantastick 4 U' concept

October 23, 2015

The gelato bar concept is gaining momentum in the frozen dessert market with gelato bar shops surfacing across the U.S.

Peet’s Coffee & Tea, Stumptown won't be melding the retail experience

October 7, 2015

Peet’s Coffee & Tea is buying Stumptown Coffee Roasters, but customers won’t find both brands sharing counter space.

Robeks unleashing new design

October 6, 2015

As it celebrates its10th year in business with a grand re-opening Oct.17 at its Ashburn franchise, the location will be the first in the metro area to undergo…

Project Juice Kitchen opening in San Fran

October 6, 2015

Project Juice, a certified organic, cold-pressed juice and clean food company, is opening its newest concept, the Project Juice Test Kitchen, this month in San…

Starbucks to switch to cage-free eggs by 2020

October 1, 2015

Starbucks will switch to 100-percent cage-free eggs by 2020

Chia seeds now available at Tropical Smoothie Cafe

September 29, 2015

Tropical Smoothie Cafe is offering a new smoothie blend with nutrient-packed ingredients.

Coffee flowing 'freely' on National Coffee Day

September 29, 2015

Several chains are celebrating National Coffee Day today by giving customers freebies.

Tully's Coffee launches iPad POS

August 27, 2015

Tully's Coffee has a new iPad POS.

Tropical Smoothie launches grain bowls

August 26, 2015

Tropical Smoothie Café has created Super Grain Bowls and a few new smoothie flavors.

Starbucks, Panera square off in pumpkin latte battle

August 18, 2015

Brands are battling for the pumpkin spice latte lover who likes to drink healthful.

Starbucks leading fast casual industry?

August 13, 2015

The coffee giant is becoming a major player in the fast casual industry with the addition of new, healthy menu items.

Cali toasts new beverage concepts

DRNK coffee + tea and Qwench juice bar are Hollywood-born concepts that have opened in 11 locations.

Juice It Up! celebrates 20th birthday

July 13, 2015

Juice It Up! is celebrating its 20th birthday with a summer campaign and seasonal smoothie that pays homage to Southern California where the chain was founded…

The Original Brooklyn Water Bagel launches 'Brooklyn Deli'

July 10, 2015

Known for serving artisan-baked bagels for breakfast, The Original Brooklyn Water Bagel Co. is now offering a variety of lunch options on its latest menu with…

Starbucks stirs up price hikes

July 7, 2015

Starbucks is increasing prices ranging from 5 to 20 cents per drink in the U.S