Jamba Juice to highlight 22 low-cal offerings

July 19, 2011

With a goal of supporting consumers' active summer, Jamba Juice Company is highlighting its menu of 22 beverages that are 250 calories or less. The items…

Zpizza joins NRA's healthy menu mission

July 14, 2011

Zpizza is the first pizza chain to sign up for the National Restaurant Association initiative encouraging restaurants to offer healthier menu options for kids.

Menu-labeling tips for adults, kiddos

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

The time is rapidly approaching when you will need to clearly disclose the calorie counts for every standardized item on your menus. You might not run the risk…

NRA, Healthy Dining launch healthy menu initiative for kids

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Nineteen restaurant chains sign up as inaugural participants.

Ohio bill aimed at unhealthy restaurant food stalls

July 6, 2011

When New York City's ban on trans fat went into effect a few years ago, a number of other cities and states took notice and began phasing out its use, as well.

Value, flavor trump healthy menu selections

July 6, 2011

According to the latest research from Mintel Foodservice, 41 percent of restaurant-goers think eating healthfully at their favorite eateries is more expensive…

Salad Creations expands to Florida campuses

June 29, 2011

Salad Creations is expanding its presence on college campuses with ARAMARK, an award-winning, global food services company. Under the partnership, a new Salad…

Consumer Reports releases first QSR survey; smaller chains prevail

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

June 29, 2011

Quick-service giants McDonald's, Burger King, KFC and Taco Bell failed to impress Consumer Reports subscribers in the magazine's first-ever quick-service food…

Gluten free done right

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Jeff Drake, President of GoRoma, a fast-casual Italian restaurant with six locations in the Chicago area, is glad he decided to feature gluten-free menu…

Tin Star rolls out ‘Healthy Stars’ menu

June 20, 2011

Tin Star has rolled out its new “Healthy Stars” menu at all Tin Star locations.  With the partnership of Coach Oscar, a Dallas and Plano, Texas-based fitness…

Chicago welcomes Tossed

June 14, 2011

Tossed, home of garden fresh salads, crepe wraps and sandwiches, announced today the signing of a franchise agreement with a Chicago ownership team.

bd’s Mongolian Grill’s iPhone App puts guests in control of meals

June 13, 2011

bd's Mongolian Grill, a concept that allows guests to create their own stir-fry meals, is now bringing that experience to the iPhone, iTouch or iPad with the…

Red Mango guests getting spooned

June 13, 2011

Red Mango today launched its Spoonable Smoothies and Mealworthy Smoothies, both designed to eat with a spoon and made with the company's frozen yogurt and…

USDA’s new MyPlate applauded by foodservice organizations

June 2, 2011

The USDA's new MyPlate guideline, unveiled Thursday by First Lady Michelle Obama and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, has received favorable reactions from…

Transparency is the Key to Successful Menu Labeling

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

My NRA show experience started out with a session on Menu Labeling first thing Saturday morning and was a perfect way for me to begin this amazing conference.

UFood signs partnership to develop Middle East market

May 30, 2011

UFood Restaurant Group Inc. has signed an agreement with London-based World Franchise Associates Ltd. to seek franchisees to develop the UFood Grill brand in…

SmartMenu offers diners customized meals based on dietary needs

by Kim Williams — Reporter, NetWorld Alliance

Restaurant operators are pleased with the efficiency, customer response and ROI.

Nature’s Table Café to open in Florida, California and Carolina markets

May 24, 2011

Nature’s Table Café has signed two new franchise agreements to open restaurants in Orange County, California and in South Carolina. The chain also will be…

UFood Restaurant Group to build third Aberdeen unit

May 15, 2011

UFood Restaurant Group Inc. has announced that the Army and Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) has awarded the company a contract to build and operate a third…

Bruegger’s cuts calories with new Skinny Bagel

May 11, 2011

Bruegger’s has announced its first ever Skinny Bagel, a classic bagel, but with 100 fewer calories.  Bruegger’s Skinny Bagel will be offered in all of the…