What's in your kitchen?

by John Krebs — President, Axis Purchasing

Technology in food engineering and processing equipment coupled with better logistics has given companies the ability to specialize.

Domestic tea sales jump 6%

November 21, 2014

According to new research from the American Botanical Council, sales of loose, bagged, concentrated and herbal tea in the US increased by 5.9 percent in 2013…

Salata adds vegan proteins

November 20, 2014

Quinoa, falafel and tofu are available for an additional $2 in a wrap or small salad and $3 in the regular salad.

Pei Wei adds crunch to sushi offerings

November 19, 2014

The Teriyaki and Wasabi Sushi Crunch rolls are topped with crunchy tempura flakes.

Farmer Boys bringing back bread bowls

November 19, 2014

Customers can choose from Broccoli Cheese soup, Clam Chowder, or chili served in a bread bowl from now through early March.

La Madeleine rolls out holiday catering and gift options

November 18, 2014

La Madeleine announced several holiday promotions, including catering and gift options.

Boston Market gears up for holidays

November 18, 2014

Boston Market served more than 41,000 whole turkeys, nearly 3 million pounds of mashed potatoes and more than 13 million pieces of cornbread in November and…

How a hotel became a hot fast casual concept

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

Marriott transformed its Courtyard food and beverage offerings away from the traditional buffet into a new fast casual format, resulting in a 27-percent jump…

Gusto Wood Fired Grill opens in Atlanta

November 17, 2014

The concept, which features grilled proteins, is owned by former NFL player Nate Hybl, who played for the Cleveland Browns and the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Starbucks adds holiday Panini

November 17, 2014

The Holiday Turkey & Stuffing Panini features turkey, cranberry-herbed stuffing and turkey gravy on a focaccia roll.

Just Mayo vs. Mayonnaise: How the FDA restricts food innovation

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

The FDA established Standards of Identity for many products so that consumers were protected from mislabeled food product. But consumers today are more…

Peet's offers free holiday drink with bakery or food purchase

November 14, 2014

Peet's is also bringing back a new Holiday Blend for sale in its retail locations, grocery stores and online.

The Melt moves into burgers, chicken, wine

November 14, 2014

The Melt is moving beyond grilled cheese by adding new proteins, sides and wine.

Pinkberry offers free yogurt to customers who purchase gift cards

November 14, 2014

Pinkberry will also give away gift cards to community organizations for the holidays.

Startup aims to help restaurants clear hyperlocal produce hurdles

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

OtherShip Foods offers 10- and 20-foot containers that use hydroponics technology to grow produce on site.

Wahlburgers' first franchise opens in Toronto

November 13, 2014

The better burger brand, helmed by the Wahlburg brothers, will use only Canadian beef in its Toronto restaurant.

Cinnamon in season at Manhattan Bagel

November 13, 2014

Cinnamon Toast Egg Sandwich, Cinnamon Cream Cheese and Cinnamon Winter Blend Coffee will be available for a limited time.

New Miami Subs Grill/Miami Grill offering #GOBONELESS LTO

November 13, 2014

The promotion includes 10- or 20-piece platters of Boneless Wings for $5.99 and $10.99.

Customization, versatility driving the Asian food segment

Highly versatile and easily customizable, the Asian food segment is a perfect segue for East-meets-West flavor mashups that consumers of all ages will love.

Starbucks unpacks a sleigh full of holiday promotions

November 12, 2014

In addition to featuring five holiday beverages, Starbucks is rolling out a new line of drinkware and redesigned gift cards.