Planet Smoothie expands superfoods menu selection

July 13, 2009

ATLANTA — Planet Smoothie has announced its partnership with Sambazon, the acai global leader, to launch three new smoothie flavors in a limited-time offer…

Quiznos launches $3 Toasty Bullet sandwich

July 12, 2009

DENVER — Quiznos has announced the launch of its new Toasty Bullet sub, priced at just $3. The sub is being added to Quiznos Everyday Value Menu of $…

Putting pears on the menu

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

Through the use of a shelf-stable product, operators can expand their ingredient options.

NRA Show exhibitors donate 66,000 lbs. of food

July 9, 2009

CHICAGO — The National Restaurant Association has announced that exhibiting companies at its 2009 Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show, held May 16-19 at McCormick…

Corner Bakery Cafe launches "Stay Local" summer initiative

July 8, 2009

DALLAS — Corner Bakery Cafe has announced the introduction of its "Stay Local" program, encouraging guests to explore and rediscover summer in their very own…

Nothing But Noodles opens in Albuquerque

July 7, 2009

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Noodles Development LP, franchisor of Nothing but Noodles, has announced the opening of its third Albuquerque-area restaurant. The opening…

White House outlines U.S. food safety upgrade

Steps designed to enhance food safety include new industry guidelines for produce.

Pinkberry launches new summertime flavors

July 6, 2009

LOS ANGELES — Pinkberry has announced the launch of new summer frozen yogurt flavors — coconut, passionfruit and tropical swirl. The new flavors join the…

Bruegger's adds Sun-Drenched Tomato and Bagel Salad

July 5, 2009

BURLINGTON, Vt. — Bruegger's is offering a unique Italian-inspired salad to its bakeries with the addition of its Sun-Drenched Tomato and Bagel Salad, the…

Fast casual food trends: 2009 and beyond

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

From probiotics to family meals, restaurant brands tackle healthful menu items and value offerings.

Starbucks expands bakery offerings

July 1, 2009

SEATTLE — Starbucks Coffee Co. is introducing several new baked goods in an effort to give customers healthier and better tasting food options. "Starbucks…

Tropical Smoothie launches BBQ trio sandwiches, lemonade smoothies

July 1, 2009

DESTIN, Fla. — Tropical Smoothie Café is offering for a limited time its BBQ Trio Sandwiches and Lemonade Smoothies. The items are available at all 28…

Jamba Inc. announces multiunit restaurant sale

July 1, 2009

EMERYVILLE, Calif. — Jamba Inc. has announced sale of nine restaurants as part of its ongoing strategic refranchising program that was announced in May 28. The…

How KidsMealDeals.com connects families to restaurant specials

The site features operator-posted content with the option for Web site and Google Maps links.

Togo's intros Roast Beef Bacon & Cheddar sandwich

June 30, 2009

SAN JOSE, Calif. — Togo's Eateries Inc. has announced it has introduced a new Roast Beef, Bacon & Cheddar sandwich.   The new sandwich features tender 9…

Burgerville intros July menu items

June 29, 2009

VANCOUVER, Wash. — July gourmet offerings at Burgerville will focus on a popular seasonal menu offering: Walla Walla Sweet Onions. Burgerville will begin…

Fuddruckers opens location near Reno, Nev.

June 28, 2009

AUSTIN, Texas — Fuddruckers will open its 230th location with a 10 a.m. ribbon-cutting ceremony June 29, in Sparks, Nev., at The Legends at Sparks Marina, a…

The mobile restaurant

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

New cell phone applications include consumer feedback capabilities, and create a lasting interactive presence with the consumer.

Sweet Leaf Tea adds distributor

June 23, 2009

AUSTIN, Texas — Sweet Leaf Tea Company has announced Silver Eagle Distributors LP will be providing Sweet Leaf Tea to the greater Houston and San Antonio…

Share Our Strength to offer Great American Dine Out training webinars

June 23, 2009

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Share Our Strength's Great American Dine Out, a week-long, nationwide charitable event in which thousands of participating restaurants…