Summit seminar to tackle franchising pitfalls

September 6, 2007

Rich Hicks doesn't want to make the same mistakes others have made. The founder and president of Tin Star Southwest Grill hopes to learn from his peers…

The culturization of yogurt

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

Health benefits, healthful toppings give yogurt concepts an energy boost.

Planet Smoothie, SoBe partner on new beverage launch

September 4, 2007

ATLANTA — Planet Smoothie has announced a partnership with South Beach Beverage Company Inc., a subsidiary of PepsiCo Inc., to develop a line of energy…

Panera reports 3% comps jump

September 4, 2007

ST. LOUIS — Panera Bread Company on Sept. 5 reported systemwide comparable bakery-cafe sales increased 3.1 percent for the five weeks ended Aug. 28, 2007. …

New report highlights worldwide QSRs

September 3, 2007

DUBLIN, Ireland — Research and Markets has announced the addition of the 2007 Worldwide Fast Food Restaurants Industry Report to its offering.   The Fast…

Qdoba intros shredded pork, ancho chile barbecue sauce

September 3, 2007

DENVER — Qdoba Mexican Grill has announced the nationwide addition of seasoned shredded pork to its menu.   Additionally, Qdoba has created an Ancho Chile…

Starbucks to open in Russia

September 3, 2007

The Seattle Times: Starbucks plans to open its first coffee shop in Russia Sept. 6, 2007, in a mall north of Moscow.   Along with its traditional…

Starbucks to open in A&Ps

August 30, 2007

Forbes: The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Co. said it has signed an agreement to operate Starbucks coffee shops in some of its A&P grocery stores in…

Franktitude sells first franchise location

August 29, 2007

MIAMI — Gourmet hot dog chain Franktitude has announced the sale of its first franchise location near Miami. The company's goal is to sign 24 more franchise…

Starbucks to launch 'Coffee is Culinary' campaign

August 28, 2007

SEATTLE — Starbucks has announced it is collaborating with chef Marcus Samuelsson for its new campaign, "Coffee is Culinary."   Through a collaboration…

Atlanta Bread intros panini, salad, pasta, soup

August 28, 2007

SMYRNA, Ga. — Atlanta Bread Co. has announced its launch of several new Latin American-inspired menu additions. The offerings are the Cubano Panini, Salsa…

Starbucks to carry 'SNL' DVD

August 27, 2007

USA Today: Saturday Night Live's "The Best of 06/07" DVD will be available for sale only at Starbucks.   Starbucks draws 40 million customers each week into…

Chipotle, Farm Aid partner

August 26, 2007

DENVER — On Aug. 29, 2007, Chipotle Mexican Grill will donate proceeds from sales of its items made with naturally raised pork, beef and chicken to Farm Aid, a…

California Tortilla sales increase

August 26, 2007

ROCKVILLE, Md. — Chain-wide sales for California Tortilla rose nearly 25 percent Aug. 22, 2007, the same day the restaurant chain expected to sell its five…

Charley's Grilled Subs

August 26, 2007

Built on a Philadelphia tradition.

Mid-Atlantic Expo to offer attendee events, programs

August 26, 2007

Exhibitors are the show at the 2007 Mid-Atlantic Food, Beverage & Lodging Expo, but several side acts will compete for the attention of between 8,000 and…

Marble Slab unveils new flavor line-up

August 23, 2007

ATLANTA — Marble Slab Creamery has announced two new ice cream flavors — Black Cherry and White Chocolate.   The new Black Cherry flavor combines Black Cherry…

Ones to watch

These fast-casual pizza chains are taking a slice of the segment.

Pat & Oscar's, San Diego Chargers partner

August 20, 2007

SAN DIEGO — Pat & Oscar's restaurant chain has partnered with the San Diego Chargers to bring the restaurant's menu offerings to fans during home games…

Einstein Bros. Bagels opens at East Carolina University

August 19, 2007

GREENVILLE, N.C. — Einstein Bros. Bagels has opened a new location on the campus of East Carolina University, the company has announced.   The restaurant…