Togo's to drop prices on Wednesdays

September 29, 2008

SAN FRANCISCO  — Togo's Eateries Inc. has announced the start of 1970s Flashback Wednesdays to support the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. …

Starbucks to intro new breakfast sandwiches

September 23, 2008

BusinessWeek: Starbucks plans to introduce new warm breakfast sandwiches begining next week, the company said. The new sandwiches, called Piadini, will feature…

Zebu Forno launches happy hour menu

September 21, 2008

RED BANK, N.J. — Zebu Forno, a European-style bakery/café, has introduced a specially priced Happy Hour menu, the company has announced. The menu is designed…

Tropical Smoothie launches bistro sandwich menu

September 17, 2008

DESTIN, Fla. — Tropical Smoothie Café has created a new line of bistro sandwiches that will be available at all 275 café locations.   The sandwich menu…

Fla. Restaurant Show highlights future trends

Despite Tropical Storm Hanna, about 15,000 attendees gathered for 2008 show.

Planet Smoothie partners with Highbush Blueberry Council

September 14, 2008

ATLANTA — Planet Smoothie has announced its collaboration with the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) to promote the benefits of blueberries from Sept. 1…

El Pollo Loco intros grilled chicken tortilla roll

September 11, 2008

COSTA MESA, Calif. — El Pollo Loco has announced the introduction of its latest menu item, the Grilled Chicken Tortilla Roll.

Camille's intros grilled chicken wrap

September 10, 2008

TULSA, Okla. — Camille's Sidewalk Café has announced the systemwide roll out of its Chicken Artichoke Grilled Hot Wrap as a limited time offering.   The wrap…

Ivar's to host 70-year celebration

September 10, 2008

SEATTLE — Ivar's seafood chain is celebrating its 70th Anniversary with a host of special events Sept. 15 to Oct. 31, 2008.   Ivar Haglund opened his first…

Smoothie King launches coffee-based beverages

September 9, 2008

NEW ORLEANS — Smoothie King Franchises Inc. has added six new coffee-based smoothies to its menu. The chain has invited guests to try the new blends for free…

Pat & Oscar's expands Italian menu with meatballs

September 8, 2008

SAN DIEGO — As the first of several seasonal-themed promotions, Pat & Oscar's is adding meatballs to its menu offerings. The items are part of the…

Organic To Go intros seasonal catering menu

September 8, 2008

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Organic To Go has announced the launch of its new seasonal fall and winter catering menu. Created for groups of five to 1,000, the…

Cosi asks consumers to 'lighten up'

September 8, 2008

DEERFIELD, Ill. — Beginning the week of Sept 8, Cosi guests will have more opportunities to make healthier choices, as the sandwich chain rolls out…

Mid-Atlantic to showcase new products, services

September 7, 2008

BALTIMORE — The Mid-Atlantic Food, Beverage and Lodging Expo, slated to take place Sept. 17-18, 2008, at the Baltimore Convention Center, will offer a variety…

Burgerville dubbed Portland's best burger

September 4, 2008

VANCOUVER, Wash. — Burgerville has announced it has been selected "Best Burger" in Portland, Ore., by AOL City's Best users. Each year, the AOL City's Best…

Jim Valentino promoted to Tropical Smoothie president

September 4, 2008

DESTIN, Fla. — Tropical Smoothie Café has announced the promotion of Jim Valentino to president. Valentino has been with the company since May of 200…

Jamba reports Q2 results for 2008

September 3, 2008

EMERYVILLE, Calif. — Jamba Inc. has reported its financial results for the fiscal second quarter ended July 15, 2008. The company's statements include the…

Moe's intros grain-fed pulled pork

September 3, 2008

ATLANTA — Grain-fed pulled pork is joining marinated grilled chicken, steak, tofu, ground beef and fish to become the sixth protein option at Moe's Southwest…

Dallas Starbucks to launch new breakfast offerings

September 2, 2008

Pegasus News (Dallas): Starbucks locations in Dallas will start to offer a new menu of "healthy" breakfast items. The menu includes oatmeal, apple-bran…

Marble Slab Creamery, Freshens open co-branded unit

August 28, 2008

ATLANTA — Marble Slab Creamery and Freshëns Quality Brands have announced the opening of a co-branded store in Woodland Hills, Calif. The co-branded concept…