Freshii launches global energy challenge

January 17, 2012

All winter long, Freshii is celebrating resolutions, health tips, and inspirational words of wisdom on Facebook and Twitter through its global energy challenge.

Restaurant industry's 2012 trends shaped by demographics, nutrition

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

NPD Group's research also expects retail competition to increase and commodity prices to affect menu offerings.

Webinar: Restaurant loyalty - Mobile innovations to build traffic in 2012

More than 1 billion smart phones will be in use across the globe by 2015, according to technology research firm IDC. For restaurant operators, the…

Fast Casual segment heads into Q1 with new store openings

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

Fast casual chains such as Baja Fresh, Fuddruckers and MOOYAH are among several concepts starting the New Year with new openings across the United States. The…

Pinkberry to hold 'Design-Over' sweepstakes

January 12, 2012

Pinkberry is giving its customers a unique way to experience its iconic and inspired design aesthetic in their own homes. Now through Jan. 31, Pinkberry fans…

Zpizza introduces fan-created pizza

January 9, 2012

To celebrate National Pizza Week, Jan. 9-15, zpizza has added the fan-created Pepperoni Caprese Pizza to its menu through the end of January.

California Tortilla says "VegMe!"

January 9, 2012

California Tortilla wants guests to eat their vegetables this month and they are giving back to the community in the process.

Webinar to focus on mobile loyalty trends

January 9, 2012

More than 1 billion smart phones will be in use across the globe by 2015, according to technology research firm IDC. For restaurant operators, the…

Zaxby's brings back celebrity commercials

January 8, 2012

Zaxby’s has announced the return of its Fried Pickles and is featuring its Chicken Finger Sandwich Meal as part of the chain’s latest promotion. The menu items…

Einstein Bros. Bagels to sponsor 2012 P.F. Chang's Rock 'n' Roll Arizona marathon

January 8, 2012

Einstein Bros. Bagels has announced that it will sponsor the 2012 P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon & ½ Marathon to benefit the National MS…

Fazoli's offering incentives to keep New Year's resolution

January 5, 2012

Fazoli's is offering an incentive for those who stick to their New Year's resolution. On Jan. 9 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., customers who bring a workout video or…

McDonald's tests geotargeted mobile marketing

January 2, 2012

To boost sales of its McCafe beverage line and drive in-store traffic, McDonald's has launched a geotargeted promotion that uses mobile ads to reach potential…

Togo's hosting Pastrami Pounder Challenge

December 29, 2011

Togo's Sandwiches will host the "Pastrami Pounder Challenge" in celebration of National Pastrami Day, Jan. 14.

3 trends hitting foodservice

by Nate DaPore — President and CEO, PeopleMatter

The next big thing to hit foodservice is gamification, especially in marketing.

2012 will be the year of more information

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Miniature portions, specialty beverages are among the trends to watch.

Commentary: What restaurant marketing trends will emerge in 2012?

Fast casual players are starting to look like two different groups, perhaps three, including "Fine Fast Casual," "Quick Fast Casual" and "Chain Fast Casual…

Yogurt Mountain opens 40th store

December 15, 2011

Yogurt Mountain LLC has opened its 40th store. The new location is in Huntsville, Ala., marking its 9th in the state.

Pei Wei invites fans to build a passport, earn rewards

December 14, 2011

Pei Wei Asian Diner is inviting fans to create a Pei Wei passport as part of its recently launched website, PeiWeiMarket.com. The site and Pei Wei passport…

Firehouse introducing customers to Coca-Cola Freestyle with Happy Hour event

December 13, 2011

Firehouse Subs recently rolled out the Coca-Cola Freestyle machine nationwide and, to introduce Louisville, Ky., customers to the technology, the restaurant is…

Beautiful Brands launches new Italian fast casual concept

December 13, 2011

Beautiful Brands International (BBI) has announced a joint venture with Dean and Jill Bastian to develop and franchise Fresco Wood Fired Italian Kitchen. The…