Fast casuals rise to meet healthy demands

by Cary Stemle — Free-lance reporter, N/A

Low-calorie menu items and online nutritional programs help consumers make healthier dining out decisions.

Quiznos adds breakfast in c-store operations

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

March 14, 2010

In an effort to target a new category of consumers and boost its convenience-store offerings, Quiznos has started to roll out several new breakfast items…

Spicy Pickle cofounder launches Mexican street fare concept

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March 14, 2010

Denver chef and foodie, Kevin Morrison, has announced the formation of a new Mexican restaurant concept, Pinche Tacos. Morrison also is the co-founder of…

Fast casuals rise to meet healthy demands

by Cary Stemle — Free-lance reporter, N/A

Low-calorie menu items and online nutritional programs help consumers make healthier dining out decisions.

Panera Bread to post calorie information on all menu boards

March 11, 2010

Panera Bread has announced that it will post calorie information on all company-owned Panera Bread and Saint Louis Bread Co. bakery-cafe menu boards by April…

Lime Fresh Mexican Grill becomes Certified Humane

March 11, 2010

Lime Fresh Mexican Grill has announced its ground beef has been certified humane by Humane Farm Animal Care. The national non-profit organization was created…

Panera Bread to post calorie information on all menu boards

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March 11, 2010

Panera Bread has announced that it will post calorie information on all company-owned Panera Bread and Saint Louis Bread Co. bakery-cafe menu boards by April…

Lime Fresh Mexican Grill becomes Certified Humane

March 11, 2010

Lime Fresh Mexican Grill has announced its ground beef has been certified humane by Humane Farm Animal Care. The national non-profit organization was created…

Bruegger's launches Baker's Choice pairings

March 10, 2010

Starting March 10, Bruegger's Bagels will meet customer demand for fresh, healthful foods, with new offerings such as a trail mix bagel, made with whole…

Which Wich customer experience spurs new name for classic 'wich

March 10, 2010

A Which Wich customer in Cumming, Ga., recently had an unforgettable experience with the chain's popular Wicked Wich. For customer Chad Ettmueller, an…

Firehouse Subs reps in Haiti distribute food

March 10, 2010

In an effort to provide much-needed support in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Firehouse Subs donated 87,000 pounds of rice and beans, as well as 500 of its empty…

Bruegger's launches Baker's Choice pairings

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March 10, 2010

Starting March 10, Bruegger's Bagels will meet customer demand for fresh, healthful foods, with new offerings such as a trail mix bagel, made with whole…

Which Wich customer experience spurs new name for classic 'wich

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March 10, 2010

A Which Wich customer in Cumming, Ga., recently had an unforgettable experience with the chain's popular Wicked Wich. For customer Chad Ettmueller, an…

Firehouse Subs reps in Haiti distribute food

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March 10, 2010

In an effort to provide much-needed support in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Firehouse Subs donated 87,000 pounds of rice and beans, as well as 500 of its empty…

NY lawmaker proposes salt ban in restaurants

March 9, 2010

A New York State lawmaker has introduced a bill to ban the use of salt in food preparation at restaurants. Assemblyman Felix Ortiz, who has been a champion…

NY lawmaker proposes salt ban in restaurants

March 9, 2010

A New York State lawmaker has introduced a bill to ban the use of salt in food preparation at restaurants. Assemblyman Felix Ortiz, who has been a champion…

Tropical Smoothie Café unveils Tropical Exotics menu

March 8, 2010

Tropical Smoothie Café has launched its "Tropical Exotics" menu of wraps along with three new papaya smoothies. The promotion will run March 8 through May 16.

Salad Toss Up: ShopSmart ranks healthiest restaurant salads

March 8, 2010

A new salad test from ShopSmart, publisher of Consumer Reports and featured in the April 2010 issue, investigates the nutritional value and taste-factor of 2…

Tropical Smoothie Café unveils Tropical Exotics menu

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March 8, 2010

Tropical Smoothie Café has launched its "Tropical Exotics" menu of wraps along with three new papaya smoothies. The promotion will run March 8 through May 16.

Salad Toss Up: ShopSmart ranks healthiest restaurant salads

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March 8, 2010

A new salad test from ShopSmart, publisher of Consumer Reports and featured in the April 2010 issue, investigates the nutritional value and taste-factor of 2…