High-impact, positive growth energizes 2012 NRA Show

May 10, 2012

The 93rd annual National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show and 5th annual International Wine, Spirits & Beer Event posted strong growth…

Study: Online marketing helps restaurants personalize offers

May 9, 2012

Restaurants use online and email marketing to provide consumers the personalized offers they prefer, according to new research by the National Restaurant…

Panera Bread selects Cramer-Krasselt as new AOR

May 8, 2012

Panera Bread has announced that it has chosen Cramer-Krasselt as its new creative agency of record, following an agency review.

FREEBIRDS to celebrate Mother's Day with nacho giveaway

May 8, 2012

FREEBIRDS World Burrito is inviting guests to “Nacho Mama” this Mother’s Day. Customers who bring in anyone who claims to be their mother on Mother’s Day, May…

Red Mango celebrates mango madness

May 3, 2012

Red Mango has announced that for the month of May, it has teamed up with The National Mango Board to celebrate and increase awareness of the mango, one of the…

McAlister's Deli unveils 'Why My Fav' campaign

May 2, 2012

McAlister's Deli has announced the launch of its "Why My Fav" campaign, which asks loyal McAlister's Deli customers to share personal stories about their…

MOOYAH launches first national promotion

May 2, 2012

MOOYAH has announced the launch of its "HowDoYa MOOYAH," the brand’s first-ever national promotion rewarding the concept's devoted guests by asking them how…

NRA partners with Kidzsmart to promote Kids LiveWell

May 2, 2012

As part of its ongoing efforts to promote its Kids LiveWell program, the National Restaurant Association has announced a new partnership with Kidzsmart…

California Tortilla marks 25-month sales streak

May 1, 2012

California Tortilla has announced their 25th consecutive month of sales growth. The record-setting streak measures month-to-month growth in sales across the…

Chipotle to offer graduation gift cards to college seniors

May 1, 2012

From now through June 30, 2012, Chipotle is offering a college graduate gift card promotion at locations in the U.S. and Canada. If a customer purchases a $3…

Starbucks stores host Frappuccino Happy Hour, new flavors introduced

April 30, 2012

Starbucks has launched two new Frappuccino beverages for the summer and brought back old favorites, allowing customers in participating stores to try out the…

Market Force study shows companies wield social media influence

April 30, 2012

Social media posts by businesses influence consumers’ buying decisions as much as their friends’ posts do, according to a new study from Market Force…

Webinar covers big data to drive consumer behavior

April 30, 2012

The use of big data to drive customer behavior has been implemented by retailers and restaurants nationwide looking to increase loyalty, retention and to drive…

Eat or Be Eaten: Three Steps to Restaurant Nirvana

To have a concept that resonates with customers, every aspect of its development must come together to create a clear, concise experience.

Moe's customizes Cinco de Mayo celebrations

April 27, 2012

Moe's Southwest Grill is celebrating Cinco de Mayo with each location hosting its own unique celebration. Additionally, every participating location nationwide…

bd's Mongolian Grill promotes Brad Russell to director of marketing

April 24, 2012

bd's Mongolian Grill has announced the promotion of Brad Russell to director of marketing. Russell will continue to report to bd's Mongolian Grill president…

Penn Station unveils free fries giveaway

April 23, 2012

As a special thank you to its local customers and neighbors, Penn Station East Coast Subs is offering a free small order of its fresh-cut fries to anyone who…

If it's Monday, this must be meatless

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

While diners can see some personal benefits — like weight loss — from a Meatless Monday regime, restaurants can see some real bottom-line benefits.

Caribou Coffee celebrates Earth Day with free perk

April 18, 2012

Caribou Coffee Company Inc. has announced that it will once again reward sustainable coffee drinkers by offering free coffee to all customers who bring in a…

EVOS celebrating Earth Day all month

April 13, 2012

EVOS has announced its first month-long celebration of Earth Day (officially April 22). The chain is hosting activities, educational sessions and promotions…