Greener planet, more green in the pockets

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

Au Bon Pain reduced its carbon footprint, looks to shave up with 13 percent off its energy bill by monitoring and analyzing its energy usage.

Is grass-fed milk better for you than organic milk?

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

One industry insider claims grass-fed labels are bringing in customers, more than non-GMO labels.

Restaurant Technologies rolls out mini-portable oil solution

September 24, 2014

Restaurant Technologies Inc. has introduced a new mini-portable oil solution to fit the needs of commercial kitchens that are challenged with the need to haul…

New guide caters to restaurateurs, retailers looking to boost income with ATMs

'How to Profit from ATMs: A Guide for Retailers and Restaurateurs' delivers 40 pages packed with essential information about the business of owning, operating…

Kitchen Innovation nominations now being accepted

September 18, 2014

The National Restaurant Association is now accepting applications for the 2015 Kitchen Innovations Awards – the program's 11th year.

Five Guys announces first Glasgow, Scotland location

September 18, 2014

Five Guys will also introduce the Coca-Cola Freestyle Machine to Scotland.

US Foods rolls out fall products

September 16, 2014

US Foods is rolling out several new product lines for fall, plus a new game app for diners.

Middleby Corp. acquires Concordia Coffee Company

September 9, 2014

The Middleby Corporation announced it has acquired Concordia Coffee Company Inc., a manufacturer of automated and self-service coffee and espresso machines…

A lesson for educational foodservice operators

by John Krebs — President, Axis Purchasing

How educational foodservice operators can gain a more transparent view of their costs and control of all purchasing cost factors.

Cardinal International launches fundraiser for National Breast Cancer Foundation

September 8, 2014

Cardinal International, a provider of dinnerware, glassware and flatware, is hosting a fundraiser for the National Breast Cancer Foundation from now through…

Restaurant operators invited to enter original recipe contest

September 5, 2014

Reser’s Fine Foods Foodservice Division is inviting restaurant operators nationwide to enter an original recipe using a Reser’s product.

Mediterranean Brands introduces non-GMO-verified products

September 5, 2014

Mediterranean Brands has announced that two of its products, Falafel Crisps and Falafel Scoop and Go, have gained Non-GMO Project Verification.

Mistica Foods begins full-scale operations

September 4, 2014

Mistica Foods LLC began its full-scale operations recently.

Henny Penny named a Brinker International Supplier Partner Of The Year

August 22, 2014

Brinker International, Inc. awards Henny Penny, Highland Baking Co. and HotSchedules with the annual Supplier Partner of the Year Award.

Buffalo Wild Wings expands pizza business

August 21, 2014

Buffalo Wild Wings Inc. has expanded its pizza business by opening its second PizzaRev location.

OrderUp to target underserved delivery market

August 20, 2014

OrderUp, a Baltimore mobile and online food ordering and delivery service, announced the company raised $7 million in funds for nationwide expansion and…

Does China expose the concept of Quality Fade in QSR food products?

by Darrel Suderman — President CEO, Food Technical Consulting

The tendency of major QSR brands to stick with longtime suppliers exposes a false sense of security with faulty supplier partners.

Deli meat supplier launches loyalty program

August 12, 2014

Supplier Norbest Inc. recently announced the launch of a new loyalty program for customers that allows customers to earn points on qualifying products and…

Fiesta Restaurant Group consolidates food distribution to single provider

August 6, 2014

Fiesta Restaurant Group Inc., parent company to the Pollo Tropical, Taco Cabana and Cabana Grill restaurant brands, will consolidate all of its food…

Mission Foods leapfrogs competitors with plastic ship boxes

by Darrel Suderman — President CEO, Food Technical Consulting

It is not often in the QSR industry, that one decision can positively impact so many touch points in restaurant operations.