Middleby Corp. at the NRA Show '13

Middleby COO David Brewer discusses how finding the right equipment can lower energy and labor costs, as well as increase speed of service. Brewer says his…

Restaurant chains expected to raise prices later this year

May 31, 2013

A new study conducted by supply chain cooperative SpenDifference shows that chain restaurants are planning to raise menu prices later this year.

Food safety advocates wary of Smithfield purchase by Chinese company

May 31, 2013

On Wednesday, Shuanghui International, a Chinese food conglomerate, announced its purchase of Smithfield Foods, the largest pork producer in the U.S. The…

NRA Show '13: Energy-efficient equipment proves its ROI

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Time-saving, energy-saving and data-mining are the big equipment stars this year.

Donper America unveils soft-serve machine with small footprint

May 23, 2013

Donper America has introduced its newest soft-serve machine, the BT7280, to the market. Designed for use in non-traditional frozen yogurt concepts, the BT728…

National Restaurant Association names Sysco as Kids LiveWell partner

May 22, 2013

The National Restaurant Association announced that Sysco Corporation will serve as the sole distribution partner of the Kids LiveWell program, which was…

From the NRA Show floor: Optimism and investment

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Mobile, digital signage solutions on trend as the technology pavilion continues to grow.

Bread carriers help operators stand out in the crowded sandwich space

Away-from-home sandwich purchases are up because of consumer demand for lower prices, more variety, fresher and healthier items and flexible portions.

Robeks slashes franchise fees

May 17, 2013

Premium smoothie and juice franchise Robeks, eager to help franchisees take advantage of a market primed for small business success, is offering thousands of…

Groupon expands POS Suite with Breadcrumb app

May 14, 2013

Groupon has launched Breadcrumb POS, a free iPad app that, according to a company press release, enables restaurants, salons, spas and retail merchants to…

McCain Foods USA launches Fresh-Style Fries

May 9, 2013

In response to increased consumer demand for "natural" foods, McCain Foods USA is launching Fresh-Style Fries. Cut from whole russet potatoes, McCain…

Chef Robert Irvine backing Easy Ice

May 3, 2013

Easy Ice, which provides restaurants with ice via monthly subscription service, and "Restaurant:Impossible's" Chef Robert Irvine are teaming up to stop…

Menu price survey now open to support NRA Educational Foundation

May 1, 2013

SpenDifference, a supply chain co-op, has launched its latest menu price survey open to chain restaurants. The 12-question survey is designed for chains that…

Food trucks: Full speed ahead or already yielding?

Industry experts debate the staying power of the restaurants on wheels.

New mobile survey solution to help restaurants 'quickly address customer complaints'

April 30, 2013

Maritz Research has launched a customer survey system designed for the food service industry. The solution, Capella Restaurant, is the newest addition to the…

Survey: Two-thirds of Americans would refuse to patronize restaurants with dirty restrooms

April 23, 2013

Foodservice professionals have a lot to think about when trying to deliver a quality dining experience, but restrooms need to be a major consideration…

Robeks switches from foam to recyclable cups

April 23, 2013

Starting this summer, Robeks will switch from foam cups to recyclable plastic cups. According to the company, many of its customers requested the change.

NPD Group launches monthly foodservice sales tracking service

April 16, 2013

NPD Group announced it will launch SupplyTrack this summer. The new service will track foodservice distributors and manufacturers' market performance by…

Restaurant industry groups support renewable fuel standard reform

April 11, 2013

Four Congressmen introduced the Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act this week, bipartisan legislation aimed at reducing food costs by eliminating the…

Quail Digital upgrades headset system

March 22, 2013

Quail Digital, a wireless headset communication specialist, has extended the bandwidth on its Q Pro 5 drive-thru system. The system now operates on the new…