How jazzing up menus may increase sales

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Shannon McClellan of Kraft attended the recent Fast Casual Executive Summit and discussed menu innovation.

Smashburger adds organic tea line

October 28, 2013

Smashburger today announced it is the first national restaurant chain to roll out HONEST Tea's options at all restaurants nationwide. HONEST Tea is an organic…

Developing menus with Millennials in mind

Watch the video to learn what Millennials expect from restaurants.

Starbucks CEO: It's tea time

October 25, 2013

New York City's Upper East Side is the first market to test Starbucks' Teavana Fine Teas + Tea Bar. The bar, which opened this week, is supposed to elevate…

California Tortilla rolls out customizable menu

October 25, 2013

California Tortilla is changing its menu up this month, giving its customers more variety, according to a company press release. New options, said Bob…

CUPS adding candy to menu

October 24, 2013

CUPS Frozen Yogurt — That's Hot is now featuring a new candy selection for its 24 yogurt flavors. CUPS Candy Bar is a designated candy section selling bulk…

Menu upgrades discussed at the Fast Casual Executive Summit

Shannon McClellan, key account manager for Kraft, attended the Fast Casual Executive Summit and talked with site editor Cherryh Butler about simple ways to…

Cheba Hut rolls out new menu

October 23, 2013

Cheba Hut "Toasted" Subs has rolled out a new menu item featuring sandwiches, salads and "Munchies" (appetizers).

Barfresh gains rights to supply ready-to-blend beverages in new global markets

October 23, 2013

Barfresh Food Group Inc., a marketer and distributor of ready-to-blend beverages, including smoothies, shakes and frappes, has acquired the exclusive worldwide…

Cowboy Chicken launches blackberry LTOs

October 17, 2013

Cowboy Chicken-Wood Fire Rotisserie has debuted its Southern Blackberry Tea along with the return of its seasonal Southern Blackberry Cobbler. Both blackberry…

How to add the right beverages and desserts to the menu mix

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Don't be bullied into doing something just because a competitor is doing it well.

Peet's Coffee and Tea rolls out at Magnolia Bakery locations

October 16, 2013

Peet's Coffee & Tea today was officially named as the exclusive coffee and tea provider at all Magnolia Bakery U.S. locations. To celebrate the new…

Paciugo Gelato Caffè intros Apple Caramel, Spiced Pumpkin LTOs

October 8, 2013

Dallas-based Paciugo Gelato Caffè is warming up its fall menu with two new limited-time flavors: Apple Caramel and Spiced Pumpkin. Both are available through…

McAlister's launches sandwich, salad LTOs

October 8, 2013

McAlister's Deli is honoring fall with two Turkey Cranberry LTOs through Dec. 30. New menu items include:

Robeks adds seasonal juices

October 8, 2013

Premium smoothie and juice franchise Robeks is taking its cues from the harvest schedule as it rolls out four fresh seasonal menu items for fall, according to…

Schlotzsky's adds 2 new made-to-order salads

October 8, 2013

Schlotzsky's has added to two new salads to the menu: the Italian Chopped and Southwestern Chicken salads, according to a company press release.

5 Reasons to Franchise a Better Burger Concept

Opportunities to capitalize on continued dining fascination and society's fast pace make burger businesses appealing.

Kronos Foods adds Italian beef to product line

October 3, 2013

Chicago-based Kronos Foods Inc., a manufacturer of Mediterranean food products, has announced the introduction of an Italian beef product line.

Panda goes for the honey

October 1, 2013

Panda Express has created a new entrée — Honey Sesame Chicken Breast — made with 100 percent, all-white meat chicken breast. The new dish combines thin premium…

Food and Beverage Innovation submissions now being accepted

September 26, 2013

The National Restaurant Association is now accepting applications for the 2014 FABI Awards.