Food & Beverage News & Media

Qdoba plans new brand campaign to drive sales

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Q4 same-store sales fell short of expectations, but the chain has initiatives planned.

Au Bon Pain alums debut new fast casual concept

November 20, 2012

Chef/co-owner Thomas John and chief financial officer/co-owner Tim Oliveri will open a new Mediterranean-inspired fast casual concept called Piperi on Dec. …

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Technomic makes 2013 restaurant trend predictions

November 19, 2012

Foodservice research and consulting firm Technomic has released its list of 2013 trend predictions. These insights are based on site visits evaluating the…

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Mimi's Cafe offers Thanksgiving meals to go

November 19, 2012

Mimi's Cafe has launched two new holiday to-go offerings — Brunch Feast To-Go and Holiday Sides To-Go, in addition to the Holiday Feast To-Go.

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Peet's Coffee & Tea rolls out Holiday Blend

November 19, 2012

Peet's Coffee & Tea's 2012 Holiday Blend coffee and tea are now available in stores and online.

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BUBBA burger signs sponsorship deal at motorsport track

November 19, 2012

BUBBA burger has announced a sponsorship agreement with the Circuit of The Americas in Austin, Texas.

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Charleys 'steaks' claim with launch of Bacon Swiss Steakhouse Crunch

November 15, 2012

Charleys' restaurants, known for Charley's Grilled Subs and Charleys Philly Steaks, has added the Bacon Swiss Steakhouse Crunch to its menus. It will be…

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Australia's Pie Face 'meats' NYC

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

CEO hopes to tempt New Yorkers with pie at any hour of the day.

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Tasti D-Lite rolls out holiday flavors

November 14, 2012

Tasti D-Lite has rolled out its new holiday flavors, including salted caramel and peppermint bark. Both will be available through the end of the year. The…

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Au Bon Pain partners with humane sausage company

November 14, 2012

Au Bon Pain added Niman Ranch sausage to its menu and is featuring two new breakfast sandwiches.

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Yogurtland's Yuletide promotion will benefit Sandy relief

November 13, 2012

Yogurtland has launched its third annual Yuletide Yumminess promotion, a holiday celebration that includes 12 frozen yogurt flavors and will support for…

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la Madeleine launches holiday menu

November 13, 2012

In the spirit of holiday traditions, la Madeleine Country French Café has brought back its holiday menu, featuring turkey risotto, the turkey cranberry melt…

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Caribou Coffee rolls out seasonal beverages

November 9, 2012

Caribou Coffee Company Inc. has launched its expanded seasonal menu, along with a retail collection for guests to give as gifts.

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Boston Market launches holiday-themed website

November 8, 2012

Boston Market today announced the launch of its new "Holiday Hub" website, which offers tips on hosting celebrations, recipes by Chef Rick Rodgers and event…

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Restaurant industry steps up franchising incentives for military veterans

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Chains are actively recruiting veterans with startup discounts to reintegrate them into the workforce.

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Dickey's hosting three-day sample event

November 7, 2012

Dickey's Barbecue is hosting a three-day national sample event at all nationwide stores beginning today. Customers can try a new pit smoked meat each day, and…

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Restaurants try to balance Millennial trends with other segments

November 7, 2012

According to a new report from market research firm Technomic, restaurant operators are increasingly tasked with making a connection to the influential…

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Trending: Food predictions for 2013

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Fast Casual concepts are on the rise as specialty drink innovations, artisan breads and better burgers still trend up.

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Mama Fu's names winner of Annual Culinary Challenge

November 6, 2012

Mama Fu's Asian House has announced this year's winner of its Second Annual Culinary Challenge. Chef James Clark from The Triangle location in Austin, Texas…

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Capriotti's celebrating 'Capsgiving' with free turkey giveaways

October 30, 2012

Capriotti's Sandwich Shop is celebrating Thanksgiving by giving away 10 of the 25-pound turkeys usually used to make the chain's subs. Famous for its subs made…

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