Memphis foodservice operators recognized for contributions to health

July 6, 2015

Establishments recognized as REAL are those that meet criteria such as the use of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, healthy preparation methods, moderate…

Juice It Up! celebrates 20th anniversary with two new New Mexico locations

July 1, 2015

Juice It Up! is opening two new New Mexico units.

3 ways to prep for the ban on trans fat

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Foodservice operators can prepare for the June 6 ban by taking a few necessary steps.

Fresh to Order CEO explains why expansion plans include some states, not others

Fresh to Order's CEO, Pierre Panos, shares details on the company's expansion plans that include corporate stores opening in Atlanta, Dallas and Knoxville as…

'Fast-fine' brand opening in Denver

June 16, 2015

Honor Society Handcrafted Eatery, which describes itself as a hybrid of fast casual and fine dining, is opening its first restaurant this summer in lower…

Restaurant chains pledge reduction in antibiotics to Obama admin

June 4, 2015

Critics argue that antibiotics are still a problem in agriculture.

Boston Market launches fresh-focused branding

June 1, 2015

In an effort to inspire guests to eat healthier, Boston Market has launched the campaign, “All Good,” coinciding with the first National Rotisserie Chicken Day.

Muscle Maker Grill gives menu a boost

May 19, 2015

Muscle Maker Grill and Inergetics, a developer of nutritional and consumer health products, are launching a new product line of booster supplements for the…

NPD: Bird flu outbreaks concerning consumers

May 19, 2015

More than half of U.S. consumers are concerned about bird flu outbreaks and the dangers they pose to their food safety.

2015 Fast Casual Top 100

FastCasual.com's tenth annual review of the restaurant segment's Top 100 movers and shakers takes a look at the brands, marketing campaigns, menu trends and…

Presented by FastCasual.com

Freshii CEO: Why I called out McDonald’s

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Freshii CEO Matthew Corrin explains why he thinks McDonald's would find success by partnering with his brand.

Virginian drops 86 pounds to win Genghis Grill’s weight loss contest

May 12, 2015

Gary Silverman of Alexandria, Virginia, won Genghis Grill’s annual Health Kwest, a nationwide campaign that challenges competitors to adopt a healthier…

Bugging out: Is cricket flour on your menu?

by Darrel Suderman — President CEO, Food Technical Consulting

Many in the foodservice industry are touting cricket flour as the next "super protein."

The un-red meat: Restaurants embracing new proteins

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Restaurants are trying to meet Americans' desires to eat healthier by giving them a variety of protein options.

Panera cutting artificial flavors

May 5, 2015

Artificial flavors, colors, preservatives and sweeteners will soon be 86’d from Panera Bread’s menu.

Muscle Maker Grill rolls out meal plan

May 1, 2015

Muscle Maker Grill has launched a dietician-approved meal plan program to give consumers the chain’s nutritious menu from the comfort of their own homes…

Freebirds intros vegan option

April 28, 2015

Freebirds World Burrito recently introduced a meatless protein option to the menu with its Tempeh Calabacitas

Chipotle: No to GMO

April 27, 2015

Chipotle is officially done serving food made with genetically engineered ingredients.

Pret A Manger 'bowling' for healthy options

April 23, 2015

Pret A Manger has added healthy bowls to the menu.

Robeks debuts sustainable maple water smoothies for hydration and health

April 20, 2015

L.A.-based Robeks Fresh Juices and Smoothies debuted three new Fitness Smoothies made with maple water, specialty water extracted from the raw sap of maple…