Menu prices and the economic recovery

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

How will consumers' need for value intersect with the segment's need to cover cost of goods sold?

First FreshBerry cafes open in Saudi Arabia

January 12, 2010

Beautiful Brands International has announced the opening of its first four locations in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The openings are a result of an agreement…

Panera Bread intros several new menu options

January 12, 2010

Panera Bread is adding a new protein option to its product line-up for three new menu items: the Mediterranean Salmon Salad, Salmon Caesar Salad and Salmon…

Seattle's Best Coffee launches ready-to-drink coffees

January 12, 2010

Seattle's Best Coffee has announced that it has entered the $1.4 billion ready-to-drink coffee category in the United States with a new line of Seattle's Best…

First FreshBerry cafes open in Saudi Arabia

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January 12, 2010

Beautiful Brands International has announced the opening of its first four locations in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The openings are a result of an agreement…

Panera Bread intros several new menu options

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January 12, 2010

Panera Bread is adding a new protein option to its product line-up for three new menu items: the Mediterranean Salmon Salad, Salmon Caesar Salad and Salmon…

Seattle's Best Coffee launches ready-to-drink coffees

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January 12, 2010

Seattle's Best Coffee has announced that it has entered the $1.4 billion ready-to-drink coffee category in the United States with a new line of Seattle's Best…

NYC proposes salt reduction plan for restaurants

The city's nationwide effort is designed to aid heart attack and stroke prevention.

Jamba Juice announces March launch of hot beverages

January 11, 2010

Jamba Juice has announced its official launch of hot beverages on March 1 in more than 340 locations. The launch includes 10 new hot beverage items including…

NYC proposes salt reduction plan for restaurants

The city's nationwide effort is designed to aid heart attack and stroke prevention.

Jamba Juice announces March launch of hot beverages

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January 11, 2010

Jamba Juice has announced its official launch of hot beverages on March 1 in more than 340 locations. The launch includes 10 new hot beverage items including…

Pollo Campero joins low-cal meals club

January 10, 2010

Pollo Campero is the latest brand to announce the launch of a new menu promotion to feature items with 505 calories or less. The promotion will be in stores…

Pollo Campero joins low-cal meals club

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January 10, 2010

Pollo Campero is the latest brand to announce the launch of a new menu promotion to feature items with 505 calories or less. The promotion will be in stores…

El Pollo Loco adds steak to menu

January 7, 2010

El Pollo Loco, known for its flame-grilled chicken, is putting a new protein on its grill: sirloin steak. The new offerings include two varieties of…

Brueggger's adds to breakfast and lunch lineup

January 7, 2010

Bruegger's Bakery Cafe is adding new breakfast and lunch offerings to its menu starting Jan. 6. The new items include a Maple & Sausage breakfast sandwich…

El Pollo Loco adds steak to menu

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January 7, 2010

El Pollo Loco, known for its flame-grilled chicken, is putting a new protein on its grill: sirloin steak. The new offerings include two varieties of…

Brueggger's adds to breakfast and lunch lineup

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January 7, 2010

Bruegger's Bakery Cafe is adding new breakfast and lunch offerings to its menu starting Jan. 6. The new items include a Maple & Sausage breakfast sandwich…

Starbucks to focus on low-fat offerings

January 5, 2010

Starbucks Corp. will keep its focus in 2010 on low-calorie beverage and other menu offerings. The company plans to launch a series of sandwiches with 40…

Starbucks to focus on low-fat offerings

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January 5, 2010

Starbucks Corp. will keep its focus in 2010 on low-calorie beverage and other menu offerings. The company plans to launch a series of sandwiches with 40…

Ethnic fast casuals will be strong in 2010

Reports continue to show that ethnic flavors are gaining in consumer popularity.