Organic to Go sales up 72 percent

October 7, 2008

SEATTLE — Sales at Organic To Go are projected to reach $6.4 million for the third quarter ended Sept. 30, the company said in a preliminary sales release.

Just like Mom's

by Julie Sturgeon — independent journalist, CEOEditor, Inc.

October 6, 2008

Comfort foods capture the hearts and stomachs of consumers.  

Starbucks under fire for water usage

October 5, 2008

Herald Sun (Australia): Starbucks is being criticized by environmental groups after a report in a British newspaper alleged the company wasted millions of…

Organic To Go opens flagship Seattle location

October 1, 2008

SEATTLE — Organic fast casual chain Organic To Go has opened a flagship café in Seattle, which features an open-market feel and a larger footprint than other…

Starbucks rolls out Doubleshot Espresso drinks in Japan

September 30, 2008

TOKYO — Starbucks Coffee Co. and Suntory Ltd. have announced plans to launch Starbucks Doubleshot Espresso Doppio and Starbucks Doubleshot Espresso Con Panna…

Saladworks reaches 100-store milestone

September 29, 2008

CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa. — Twenty-two years after opening its first store, Saladworks will open its 100th location. The new store, which will open Oct. 1, will be…

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…

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…