Healthy Fast Food closes secondary offering

October 21, 2010

Healthy Fast Food Inc., parent to U-SWIRL International Inc., the owner and franchisor of U-SWIRL Frozen Yogurt cafes, has announced that it has closed its…

Muscle Maker Grill opens in N.J.'s Warren Township

October 18, 2010

Muscle Maker Grill celebrated the opening of its Warren, N.J., restaurant on Oct. 9. The opening marks the 28th Muscle Maker Grill location.

Urban Eats Cafe owners recognized for business diversity

October 17, 2010

The owners of Urban Eats Café have been named to the St. Louis Business Journal's 2010 class of Diverse Business Leaders. The awards promote diversity in the…

Frozen = Fresh?

by Don Fox — CEO, Firehouse of America

I don’t consider myself a complainer of any sort. When you’re in the business, you should have sympathy for the operational challenges faced by all…

2010 Fast Casual Summit Presentation: Shaken, Not Stirred

Shaken, Not Stirred: Consumer Trends for Healthy Living, was presented at the 2010 Fast Casual Executive Summit. The report covers menu trends, business…

Jamba Juice signs major purchasing agreement

October 12, 2010

Jamba Juice has signed a purchasing agreement for 41 stores, its largest refranchising transaction since the program's inception in 2009.

Freshii expanding into Nashville, San Francisco

October 11, 2010

What does research in chicken consumers tell your restaurant business?

by Janet Eden-Harris — CMO & SVP Strategy, Market Force

Market Force (www.marketforce) consumer survey on chicken preferences and trends

Chipotle to give $2 burritos to processed food-wearing patrons

October 6, 2010

Chipotle Mexican Grill has partnered with Jamie Oliver's Food Revolution for a $1 million fundraiser designed to highlight the horrors of eating processed food.

Jamba Juice renews Nestlé USA retail partnership

October 4, 2010

Nestlé USA, part of Nestlé, S.A., and Jamba Juice Company, are in the process of signing a renewed partnership for the development of a ready-to-drink line of…

Manhattan Bagel cuts the fat with bagel thins

September 28, 2010

Manhattan Bagel has unveiled a new line of lower calorie, lower fat bagel thin sandwiches, to complement its new Lighter Side Breakfast Menu.

Ben & Jerry's complies with CSPI request

September 27, 2010

The makers of Ben & Jerry's ice cream have agreed to drop "all natural" from its retail label after receiving the request from the Center for Science in…

Mediterranean diet spurs concept growth

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

How two concepts are providing healthful Mediterranean cuisine to Detroit and Denver diners.

Saladworks signs deal for Va. expansion

September 27, 2010

The executives at Saladworks have signed an agreement with developers to open the first location in the Richmond, Va., area in early 2011.

UK government pushes for voluntary menu labeling

September 26, 2010

Europe may chastise Americans for their wealth of fast food options, but it is also taking a cue from menu labeling laws soon to be enacted in the States. The…

Freshii to take bite out of Big Apple

September 21, 2010

In a big step for the Freshii brand, the company will open its first Manhattan location Sept. 27, at 1407 Broadway at 39th Street. Celebrations will be…

OTC Stock Review issues UFood Restaurant Group report

September 15, 2010

OTC Stock Review has initiated coverage on UFood Restaurant Group Inc., franchisor and operator of UFood Grill.

Saladworks adds winning salad to its seasonal menu

September 13, 2010

Saladworks has made its latest winning salad, Joan's Salad, available at all locations. Joan's Salad was created by Joan Bayley of Dearborn, Mich., and was…

Energy Kitchen whisks up new breakfast combo

September 12, 2010

Energy Kitchen has launched a new breakfast combo that features omelets and illy coffee for under $4.

Panera Bread to roll out new menu boards at Ohio locations

September 8, 2010

Panera Bread’s Ohio franchisee, Breads of the World, has announced the placement of new menu boards in all 48 bakery-cafes it owns throughout central and…