Report: LTOs not a big driver for majority of consumers

January 21, 2014

A new report from The NPD Group says that a majority of consumers — 70 percent — won't try a new menu item even if they're heavily promoted. Almost 30 percent…

Barberitos launches new salsa

January 20, 2014

Barberitos has added a new salsa to its salsa bar, the Fire Roasted Poblano Salsa, a spicy mix of roasted poblano peppers, jalapeños, and diced tomatoes…

Kneaders rolls out Bundt cakes

January 20, 2014

Kneaders Bakery and Café has created four Mini Bundt Cakes, according to a company press release. The Lemon Ginger Bundt Cake was released in the first…

Miami Subs embraces pretzel bun

January 20, 2014

The New Miami Subs Grill is rolling out two new sandwich promotions for the New Year —Signature Pretzel Bun Sandwiches starting at $5.99 and 6-inch Philly…

A look into the menu crystal ball: Top 3 trends of 2014

Why eggs, tea and local produce will grab the spotlight.

Au Bon Pain expanding in nation's capital, launches winter LTOs

January 13, 2014

Au Bon Pain announced today the opening of a new café in Washington, D.C. The new location, 801 17th St. N.W., is the 21st Au Bon Pain café to open in…

Ssshh: The secret's in the water

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Brooklyn Water Bagel hopes to bring its water and its bagels to every major city in the nation.

Pinkberry debuts new flavors for new year

January 10, 2014

Pinkberry has created two nonfat frozen yogurt flavors in honor of the New Year. The new flavors, Tangerine Pinkberry and Vanilla Bean Pinkberry, launched Jan.

Rubio's debuts 2 new burritos

January 10, 2014

Rubio's is adding two new burritos this month to its menu. The offerings, the Ancho Citrus Shrimp Burrito and the newly revamped Burrito Especial, were created…

Menchie's 'Going Bananas' this month

January 7, 2014

Menchie's has created a new flavor to kick of the new year. "Going Bananas," a January limited-time flavor, is made with real bananas and swirled with pure…

Bruegger's launches 'The Big Easy'

January 7, 2014

Bruegger's Bagels is adding some flavor to its winter menu with new sandwiches available now through April 8, according to a company press release.

Dickey's offering cornbread sandwiches

January 7, 2014

Dickey's Barbecue has created two new sandwiches served on cornbread.

Restaurant Trend Mashup: What to expect in 2014

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Experts discuss how restaurants should embrace this year's food, marketing and technology trends.

Orange Leaf introduces salted caramel flavor

December 30, 2013

Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt today introduced new salted caramel froyo, available at more than 300 locations across the country.

Urbanspoon examines top dining trends of the year

December 20, 2013

Urbanspoon has released its Top Dining Trends of 2013 report, taking a look at the biggest dining trends of the year based on a survey of food bloggers and…

Pre-winter means a perfect storm for LTOs

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

From sandwiches to lattes, FastCasual.com takes a look at some of the season's newest menu items.

Domestic wine dominates sales in U.S. bars and restaurants

December 17, 2013

Domestic table wines dominate the wine scene in restaurants, bars and other on-premise locations, according to Technomic's 2013 BarTAB Report.

Menu trend bingo: Do you have these top 5 trends covered?

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Spicy flavors and new spins on tea, chicken, desserts and yogurt top this year's menu trends.

Pepsi is drink of choice for BWW

December 12, 2013

Buffalo Wild Wings Inc. today announced that PepsiCo Inc. will become the restaurant's primary soft drink and non-carbonated beverage provider in 2014. In…

Uncle Maddio's testing breakfast pizzas

December 11, 2013

Uncle Maddio's Pizza Joint will test a breakfast menu at its Charlotte, N.C., location on Dec. 12 and Dec. 13. The test will include free breakfast pizzas…