Where do we go in 2011?

by Don Fox — CEO, Firehouse of America

This week, all across America, there are countless restaurant executives taking stock of how they and their companies performed in 2010. Even the casual…

2010: Fast Casual year in review

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

Healthcare reform, bankruptcy protection and brand overhauls highlight a year full of the quintessential highs and lows.  

Firehouse adds first menu addition in two years

December 20, 2010

Firehouse Subs has blazed a path for its new Turkey Bacon Ranch sandwich, the first menu addition for the chain in nearly two years.

2011 U.K. foodservice trends predicted

December 20, 2010

The United Kingdom has welcomed many American brands to its soil. Chains such as KFC, McDonald’s, Burger King, Chipotle, Starbucks, Domino’s, Papa John’s and…

Illinois Jimmy John's investigated for salmonella

December 19, 2010

Jimmy John's restaurants in nine Illinois counties are being investigated for salmonella contamination. According to a story in The Examiner, the contamination…

Second Tom & Eddie's restaurant opens in Chicago

December 19, 2010

The owners of Tom & Eddie's have opened a second location in Geneva, Ill., west of Chicago.

Food cost control – Playing the G.A.M.E.

By Libby Libhart

Boston Market enters final phase of nationwide upgrade

December 15, 2010

As Boston Market enters the final stage in its nationwide rollout of upgrades, the restaurant chain has announced the launch of changes and new menu items in…

Seasonal flavors spice up menus

December 14, 2010

The latest research from market intelligence provider Mintel finds that restaurant chains are responding to consumer demand by spicing up their menus with fall…

Wegman's to open fast casual offshoot

December 14, 2010

The Wegman's supermarket chain is entering the restaurant business with the launch of The Food Bar, a fast casual/casual dining hybrid opened Dec. 10. The…

Technomic ranks Wingstop No. 1 for wings

December 14, 2010

Wingstop, a 470-unit chicken wing chain, is making a strong impact on guests, according to recent Technomic Inc. research. Studies found that in markets where…

Oh, Canada! Foodservice industry up north outpacing U.S.

December 14, 2010

Restaurant chains are spreading throughout Canada faster than they are in the U.S. According to a study by Technomic, the Canadian restaurant industry has…

Food and drink tickets more expensive in 2010

December 13, 2010

Although Americans' wallets may feel thinner because of the recession, consumers are apparently willing to spend almost a dollar more on lunch. New research…

Resolution Salad helps Tossed customers keep the weight off

December 13, 2010

Tossed, home of garden fresh salads, crepe wraps and sandwiches, has announced the debut of its 2011 Resolution Salad, a delicious way for people to keep their…

Saladworks expands to Louisiana

December 13, 2010

Saladworks has announced an agreement with a multi-unit developer for three locations in the New Orleans and Baton Rouge, La., areas, marking more growth in…

Genghis Grill expands to southern U.S.

December 13, 2010

Genghis Grill has announced the expansion of four more restaurants in Moore, Okla., Sandy Springs, Ga., Murfreesboro, Tenn., and Texarkana, Texas. These new…

Jamba Juice CEO to discuss hair-raising success

December 13, 2010

Jamba Juice Company and Drybar have announced its CEOs will team up on the Dec. 16 episode of Bloomberg Television's "Bloomberg The Mentor" to discuss how a…

Food Safety Summit to tackle government regulations

December 12, 2010

The 2011 Food Safety Summit is April 19-21 in Washington, DC. Registration for the event is now open with early bird discounts available.

Jazzman’s Café launches holiday LTOs

December 9, 2010

Jazzman’s Café and Bakery is kicking off the start of the winter season with a collection of specialty coffee beverages and fresh baked goods at all 200-plus…

Fazoli’s un-wraps redesigned restaurants in Central Ill.

December 7, 2010

Fazoli’s is unveiling its new, contemporary look and expanded service model this week at its Normal, Ill., restaurant, just one week after re-opening a…