Orange Leaf welcoming Fall flavors

August 28, 2013

Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt customers can now indulge in any of three, limited-time only, fall frozen yogurt flavors, including the return of Pumpkin Pie and…

Asian Box serving gluten-free beer, wine, hard cider

August 28, 2013

Asian Box announced today the launch of a new beverage program, heavily focused on naturally gluten-free hard ciders. Asian Box, which will test the program in…

US Foods names 'Next Top Product' semifinalists

August 27, 2013

Fifty-four chefs from across the country have begun competing for a spot in the final round of the 2nd Annual US Foods Next Top Product contest.

Top CEOs join Fast Casual Exec Summit's experts panel

Attendees will have the opportunity to grill industry leaders on what it takes to run a successful fast casual restaurant.

New sundae now available at Burger 21

August 23, 2013

Just in time for National Macadamia Nut Day on Sept. 4, Burger 21 has added a new Caramel Macadamia Cookie Sundae to its menu.

Salsarita's debuts new dessert

August 21, 2013

Salsarita's debuts a new dessert today called Poquitos, Salsarita's take on the traditional Mexican favorite churro. Realizing the lack of variety offered on…

Zoës Kitchen rolls out party packs

August 21, 2013

Zoës Kitchen is now offering a way for party hosts to spend less time in the kitchen cooking for their guests. The chain, according to a company press release…

Pie Five Pizza brings back seasonal Hatch Chile Pie

August 20, 2013

Pie Five Pizza is bringing back the spicy Hatch Chile Pie. The seasonal offering is available now through Sept. 29, and was brought back due to popular demand.

HuHot guests vote on menu change

August 14, 2013

HuHot Mongolian Grill, a create-your-own stir-fry concept based in Montana, is adding to its sauce lineup. One of the restaurant's rotating seasonal sauces…

Technomic expects bar mixer momentum to continue

August 14, 2013

Tracking the growth trend in spirits and the rise of cocktail culture, mixers used in the preparation of cocktails and mixed drinks in restaurants and bars are…

Commentary: Tasting Pie Five in Kansas City

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

FastCasual.com gets the inside scoop from Pie Five CEO Randy Gier and Dave Goebel, the chain's Kansas City franchisee.

Chipotle allowing antibiotic-treated beef?

August 13, 2013

Known for serving naturally raised meat, Chipotle Mexican Grill may change its standards and allow beef treated with antibiotics into its restaurants amid a…

Fatburger featuring Orange Creamsicle Shake

August 13, 2013

Fatburger is now offering an Orange Creamsicle Shake for a limited time, available until Oct. 7.

Top That! rolls out gluten-free crust

August 12, 2013

Top That! Pizza has added an all-natural, gluten-free crust to its menu. The product is currently available in select locations and is slated to roll out…

El Pollo Loco rolls out 3 summer-inspired burritos

August 9, 2013

El Pollo Loco introduced today three new premium fire-grilled Signature Summer Burritos: Chicken Bacon Avocado, Chicken & Chorizo and Chicken Fajita.

Dickey's: Check out our buns

August 7, 2013

Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants across the country next month will literally roll out new dough. The new artisanal breads are modeled after Dickey's signature…

FDA standardizes 'gluten-free' definition for food industry

August 2, 2013

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today published a new regulation defining the term "gluten-free" for voluntary food labeling.

Jamba Juice gets boost from Quaker Oats

August 2, 2013

Jamba Juice customers can now add an easy-to-blend version of whole grain Quaker Oats as a boost to any of their drinks. The Quaker boost, available for 2…

Rubio's launches new Coastal Trio, sangria

August 1, 2013

Rubio's has added a new taco flight of three to its menu. The Coastal Trio includes: The Original Fish Taco, The Grilled or Blackened Tilapia Taco and The…

Fazoli's updates, brings back pizza, baked pastas

July 31, 2013

Fazoli's is reprising its popular Pizza Baked Pasta promotion with an expanded menu of pastas and new flavors. Fazoli's also is introducing a new sweet treat…