Planet Smoothie rolls out lemonade smoothies for summer

June 12, 2012

Planet Smoothie has launched "Lemonade Days of Summer" featuring three new lemonade smoothies available through Aug. 5.

The Organic Center joins Jamba Juice's lifestyle initiative

June 12, 2012

Jamba Juice Company announced that The Organic Center has pledged to support Jamba's awareness program, Team Up for a Healthy America.

Commentary: Is the restaurant industry overusing 'innovation?'

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

The term 'innovation' has been called 'a chameleon-like word to hide the lack of substance.'

Chipotle hosting two 'Cultivate' festivals

June 11, 2012

Chipotle Mexican Grill has announced the two locations for its Cultivate Food, Ideas & Music Festivals for 2012. Denver, the burrito chain's birthplace…

Commentary: NYC soda ban proposal will require a tough fight from restaurants

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Fifty-three percent of New Yorkers disagree with the proposal, while 42 percent praised the concept.

Starbucks ready to launch K-Cup Packs

June 8, 2012

Starbucks Coffee Company announced that, beginning June 12, Starbucks K-Cup packs will be available in participating Starbucks retail stores nationwide.

Seattle's Best Coffee, Coinstar partner for major self-serve kiosk rollout

June 7, 2012

Coinstar Inc. and Seattle's Best Coffee, part of Starbucks Corporation, have announced an exclusive agreement to roll out Coinstar's new Rubi coffee kiosk in…

Honey Badger flavor comes to Red Mango

June 7, 2012

Red Mango has introduced its newest frozen yogurt flavor called "Honey Badger." The company is promoting the flavor exclusively through its social media…

The Melt adds breakfast

June 4, 2012

Grilled cheese concept The Melt is now serving breakfast at its three San Francisco locations, starting at 7 a.m. The menu includes the Egg-In-A-Hole Melt…

Sandwich sales, segment on the rise

June 1, 2012

More consumers report purchasing sandwiches away from home today compared to just two years ago. According to market research firm Technomic, this increase is…

Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill expands menu

May 31, 2012

Denver-based Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill has announced the addition of kabobs and Hibiscus Mango Iced Tea Fusion to its menu selection.

Pinkberry toppings bar loses trans fats, high fructose corn syrup

May 30, 2012

In its effort to continually offer customers high quality, fresh products, Pinkberry has revamped its signature toppings bar to include only items that are…

A case for growing catering revenue

by Erle Dardick — CEO, Monkeymedia

Years ago, I enjoyed watching old episodes of “Perry Mason.” The drama that occurred in his courtroom really taught me that life is short and often there is a…

Penn Station inks expansion deal for Michigan

May 29, 2012

Penn Station East Coast Subs has signed an agreement to open 15 new restaurants in the Detroit area over the next eight years, which is the largest deal Penn…

Tossed names salad contest winner

May 29, 2012

Tossed and Los Angeles Universal Preschool (LAUP) have announced the winner of salad contest aimed at raising money for Los Angeles County preschools. Maria…

Eat or be eaten: Three steps to restaurant nirvana

To have a concept that resonates with customers, every aspect of its development must come together to create a clear, concise experience.

Pat & Oscar's rebrand: Name, locations changed

May 28, 2012

Nine former Pat & Oscar's restaurants in San Diego and Orange counties are getting a brand-new look, feel, menu and name: "O's American Kitchen."

La Madeleine debuts pear & prosciutto summer salad

May 28, 2012

La Madeleine Country French Café is celebrating the arrival of summer by introducing a new summer salade to its repertoire of warm-weather classics. La…

Majority of restaurateurs and chefs fail celiac test

May 25, 2012

Chefs and restaurateurs lack a fundamental understanding of gluten-free protocols, according to the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA), a…

Webinar: Food Safety is a Winnable War: Strategies for Risk Mitigation

Food Safety is described as a “Winnable Battle” by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Foodborne diseases affect tens of millions of people and…