Manhattan Bagel adds to healthier options

January 22, 2013

Manhattan Bagel is hoping to capture guests seeking healthier breakfast, lunch and catering options with its two new bagel thin sandwiches, the Classic Light…

Daphne's adds Crispy Shrimp Meal Deal

January 18, 2013

Daphne's California Greek is adding a Crispy Shrimp Meal Deal to its menu for a limited time beginning Jan. 21

Healthy menu innovations trump diet fads

Dietary preferences, like gluten-free and vegan, and diet programs, like Paleo and Weight Watchers, have inspired restaurants to offer healthier options.

FREEBIRDS helping guests create 500-calorie meals

January 18, 2013

In an effort to inspire customers to eat healthier, FREEBIRDS World Burrito has announced Carpe 500, a microsite with a calorie counter that helps guests build…

Smoothie King kicks off 40th anniversary with digital campaign

January 17, 2013

Smoothie King Franchises Inc. will celebrate its 40th anniversary throughout the year, with exclusive offers, giveaways and social promotions. Earlier this…

La Madeleine launches new Smart Choices entrée

January 17, 2013

La Madeleine Country French Café has added a new entrée to its Smart Choices menu. The Salmon and French Lentils option is available now through March 19 for …

Cowboy Chicken introduces low-calorie menu

January 16, 2013

Cowboy Chicken, the seven-unit, Dallas-based, fast casual rotisserie chicken brand, has introduced its new Low Cal Corral menu, offering five entrées with less…

Sbarro introduces 'skinny' pizza, plans freestanding units

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

January 10, 2013

Sbarro has introduced a new, 270-calorie "Skinny Slice" offering. The trademarked Skinny Slice features roasted red and green bell peppers, Portobello…

Einstein Bros. adds to healthy menu choices

January 9, 2013

Einstein Bros. Bagels and Noah's New York Bagels have added a few more nutritious alternatives to its menu with its line of three Super Grains bagels. They…

MOOYAH launching 'Turkeytarian Moovement'

January 9, 2013

MOOYAH, a 40-plus unit, fast casual chain, is kicking off National Turkey Burger Month by announcing the "Turkeytarian Moo'vement," as a way to introduce the…

Why 'health casual' is gaining traction overseas

The demand for a tasty, health-conscious concept is very high in the Middle East.

Restaurants surveyed for 2013 food trend predictions

Vegetables are expected to take on a starring role for a change.

Consumers redefining 'healthy eating' at restaurants

January 4, 2013

As consumers become more health conscious, their perceptions of what is considered "healthy eating" at restaurants are changing. According to new research from…

Research group lists mini meals as a top 2013 trend

December 27, 2012

The Values Institute at DGWB, a social science research group, has released its second annual forecast of health-related trends that consumers are expected…

Chipotle wins PETA2 award for vegan-friendly fare

December 21, 2012

All the ballots have been cast and tallied to help peta2, PETA's youth division, decide who should be named the winners in the group's seventh annual Libby…

NRA CEO honored by Campaign to End Obesity

December 10, 2012

National Restaurant Association President and CEO Dawn Sweeney has been recognized by the Campaign to End Obesity for her work in helping guide the foodservice…

Burke now delivering Gluten-Free Meatballs

November 27, 2012

The popularity of gluten-free menu items has inspired Burke Corporation, a provider of fully cooked meats and pizza toppings, to roll out its Gluten-Free…

Study finds high customer support for nutritional disclosure at restaurants

November 16, 2012

Many chains, including Starbucks, Panera and McDonald's, have already begun posting nutritional information on their menus, well ahead of the Affordable Care…

Au Bon Pain partners with humane sausage company

November 14, 2012

Au Bon Pain added Niman Ranch sausage to its menu and is featuring two new breakfast sandwiches.

Garbanzo serving organic tea

October 12, 2012

Denver-based Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill has added enhancements to its signature fresh brewed iced tea blends. All teas are now blended with organic…