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NRA's Kids LiveWell healthy eating initiative triples membership
February 9, 2012
The number of restaurant companies participating in the National Restaurant Association/Healthy Dining’s Kids LiveWell program has tripled since its launch in…
read nowPanda Express to launch Peppercorn Shrimp LTO
February 9, 2012
Panda Express is debuting its new Peppercorn Shrimp limited-time offer, its boldest and creation to date. Peppercorn Shrimp will be available Feb. 15 through…
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Panera Bread to intensify drive-thru operations
by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com
Catering sales and new menu item rollouts continue to contribute to revenue, same-store sales growth.
read nowReport: Hispanic population growth influencing eating trends
February 7, 2012
The U.S. Census indicates that the Hispanic population is expected to grow 34 percent from 2010 to 2020. Foodservice market research company NPD Group has…
read nowQdoba wants guests to share the love
February 6, 2012
Qdoba Mexican Grill is encouraging its guests to share the love again this Feb. 14 with the return of its popular BOGO for a Kiss Valentine’s Day promotion.
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Chipotle to open second ShopHouse, additional international locations
by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance
Company discusses new HR software program that provides enhanced analytics to target potential new employees.
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Get 'in' on the biggest trend In foodservice
by Nate DaPore — President and CEO, PeopleMatter
Healthy, affordable dining for kids.
read nowBaja Fresh returns to Windy City
February 1, 2012
Baja Fresh Mexican Grill has announced the grand opening of its newest location in Niles, Ill. The 2,100-square-foot Baja Fresh is owned and operated by…
read nowNew Boloco lineup reflects flavors of India
February 1, 2012
The globally inspired menu at Boloco is giving consumers an inside look at the flavors of India with the launch of three new menu items: The Simple Curry and…
read nowAsian Box to debut in San Francisco
February 1, 2012
San Francisco-based FK Restaurants & Hospitality will debut its fast casual Asian Box concept in Palo Alto, Calif., this month. The restaurant, inspired by…
read nowGreenz wellness to promote healthy diners
January 31, 2012
Dallas-based Greenz, salads for z' adventurous, is using a three-tier wellness program for its guests that includes special menu guides (such as points-based…
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As serious as a heart attack
by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com
It's a good idea to designate a senior member of the waitstaff or a manager to be the point person when dealing with diners with allergy concerns.
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The top 10 (unmentioned) food industry trends
by Suzy Badaracco — President, Culinary Tides Inc
Adventure in food and flavor is back, comfort food is out.
read nowMississippi partners with Healthy Dining to launch nutrition program
January 31, 2012
The Mississippi Hospitality & Restaurant Association (MHRA) has unveiled an initiative called "Eat Healthy Mississippi" that aims to curb the state's…
read nowEinstein Bros. tests kettle-style bagels in Portland, Ore.
January 29, 2012
Denver-based Einstein Noah Restaurant Group has announced plans to offer several "kettle-style" boiled kosher bagels from Kettleman Bagel Company's original…
read nowNoodles & Company launches national Coca-Cola Freestyle deployment
January 29, 2012
Noodles & Company has announced the national launch of the Coca-Cola Freestyle beverage dispenser.
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I could not have said it better myself
by Don Fox — CEO, Firehouse of America
Put a bunch of fast casual restaurateurs in a room together and before long it is likely that a discussion will break out on what sets us apart from our fast…
read nowChipotle's Super Bowl promotion includes half-off burrito boxes
January 24, 2012
Chipotle is tossing its hat into the Super Bowl advertising juggernaut, with a bit of a twist.
read nowStarbucks extending wine, beer, evening daypart offerings
January 24, 2012
Responding to customer demand for more options during the evening daypart, Starbucks Coffee Company has announced plans to bring wine, beer and premium food…
read nowCaribou Coffee launches light and dark roasts
January 22, 2012
Caribou Coffee has announced the launch two new coffees, crafted to bring coffee drinkers a broad spectrum of flavors available. Starlight and Eclipse round…
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