Smithfield: vast majority of our sows out of gestation crates

January 6, 2015

The Humane Society is praising Smithfield's progress, and urging Hormel and Seaboard to step up their efforts.

U.S. markets opening to Irish beef after 15-year ban

January 5, 2015

News comes at a time when beef prices are at historic highs, as is demand for premium beef; new Irish supply could bring price relief.

McAlister's Deli lightens up with 'Lite Choose Two' menu

January 5, 2015

McAlister's Deli has announced its "Lite Choose Two" menu, pairing existing menu items into more than 250 combinations that add up to fewer than 600 calories.

Pond: Poised to make a splash in 2015

This could be the breakout year for Hunter Pond and his East Hampton Sandwich Co. The young entrepreneur's three-unit chain is set to double its footprint in…

Shake Shack rolls out first new burger since 2012

December 31, 2014

The ShackMeister Burger, previously known as the MeisterBurger, won the Judge's Choice award for "Best Burger" at the 2014 Food Network South Beach Wine & Food…

Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf spices up winter menu with Mexican Chocolate

December 31, 2014

The Mexican Chocolate Latte, Mexican Chocolate Ice Blended drink and Mexican Hot Chocolate feature chocolate and cinnamon.

NRA announces BAR event

December 30, 2014

The National Restaurant Association is expanding its beverage and alcohol program at the spring NRA show.

Newk's introduces winter menu

December 30, 2014

Newk's winter menu features spicy takes on classic comfort food.

Tropical Smoothie Café rolling out new smoothie line, bringing back flatbreads

December 30, 2014

Just in time for the New Year, Tropical Smoothie Café is adding a line of health-focused smoothies and bringing back its flatbread platform.

Yogurty's adds hot menu items

December 29, 2014

Toronto-based froyo concept Yogurty's announced it is adding hot menu items to the mix and offering limited time deals on frozen yogurt.

Cowboy Chicken will serve up free black-eyed peas on New Year's Day

December 29, 2014

Eating black-eyed peas for luck on New Year's Day is a tradition across the South.

Newk's rolls out 600 Calorie Menu

December 22, 2014

The menu offers a leaner take on the brand's decadent signature dishes as well as new items and limited time offers.

Executive round table: Fast casual segment leaders make their 2015 predictions

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Local marketing, local sourcing, mobile technologies and customer service initiatives are all expected to move to the front burner in the New Year.

Convention chair named for 2015 National Restaurant Association Show

December 22, 2014

John C. Metz will serve as convention chair for the 2015 NRA's Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show and the 2015 Beverage Alcohol for Restaurants at the NRA Show.

National Restaurant Association Show rebrands wine, spirits and beer event

December 22, 2014

The International Wine, Spirts & Beer Event, a perennial feature of the National Restaurant Association Show in May, has been renamed as BAR, which stands…

Marriott launches food and beverage incubator

December 19, 2014

Mariott is inviting entrepreneurs, chefs, bartenders and artisans to visit canvas-startup.com and pitch a food or drink concept for a select group of Marriott…

Mission Burrito rebrands as 'Überrito'

December 19, 2014

The name change is the first step in a three-step process that will include revamping the décor in four existing Houston-area units and developing new markets.

Cowboy Chicken adds Razzleberry Tea

December 19, 2014

Cowboy Chicken's new Razzleberry Tea is available at all Cowboy Chicken locations for a limited time and is freshly brewed from tea leaves infused with…

Will your lawn be on the menu in 2015?

December 18, 2014

Weeds will start popping up on menus in 2015, says one analyst.

Key themes for '15: Food quality, customization, customer-facing technology

December 18, 2014

Fitch Ratings released its 2015 Outlook for the US Restaurant industry, predicting an improvement in sales trends, the easing of commodities pressures and…