Buzztime promo predicted to drive 100,000 diners to BW3

October 12, 2010

NTN Buzztime Inc., a leading interactive restaurant and bar entertainment network, is predicting another successful Pick 'Em Challenge promotion with Buffalo…

Firehouse Subs intros re-branded pickle bucket

October 12, 2010

Firehouse Subs has unveiled its new pickle bucket, showcasing Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation. The Foundation raises money throughout the restaurant…

Jimmy John's sues for trademark infringement

October 11, 2010

Chicago-based Haltsed Street International Inc., parent company of Halsted Street Deli, has been sued by Jimmy John's Enterprises LLC for trademark…

Boston Market to implement successful test overhaul in San Francisco stores

October 11, 2010

As part of Boston Market's 25th anniversary celebration, the restaurant has announced the San Francisco-area launch of a nationwide rollout of experiential…

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

Seinfeld’s Soup Nazi to celebrate Zoup! grand re-opening

October 7, 2010

Seinfeld's famed Soup Nazi will be making a special appearance at Zoup! in Southfield, Mich., to celebrate the location's grand re-opening.

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…

Firehouse Subs recognizes October as Fire Safety Month

October 3, 2010

Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation is kicking off October's Fire Safety Month by passing out fire safety tips to ensure each family has an emergency plan.

Bruegger’s celebrates 25 years

September 29, 2010

On October 13, Bruegger's Bagels will celebrate 25 years in North Carolina's Triangle Region when it unveils a market-wide refresh to its bakeries and hosts a…

It’s all about today

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

September 18 was a fairly busy day for me. Tasked with the Saturday chores of grocery shopping, laundry and general errand running, it was a day that required…

The dos and don'ts of green restaurant marketing

Restaurant sustainability requires reevaluating your operations to find ways to conserve resources and be more efficient. Convey this to customers.

Ruby Tuesday to expand Lime Fresh Mexican Grill

September 21, 2010

Ruby Tuesday has signed an agreement to open up to 200 Lime Fresh Mexican Grill locations. According to reports in the Miami Herald and the Knoxville News…

Webinar - Mobile Retail: What Comes Next?

There's a lot of talk about and a lot of interest in mobile retailing, from scannable on-screen coupons to line-busting with checkout in the aisle. In this…

orderTalk Inc. launches Jason’s Deli iTunes app

September 16, 2010

orderTalk, Inc. has announced the launch of a new app for Jason’s Deli. The app is available for download through iTunes and enables customers to place orders…

Panda Express adds Kobari Beef to the menu

September 16, 2010

Beginning Sept. 22, Panda Express fans will be able to order the new Kobari Beef item, featuring slices of marinated beef tossed with wok-seared mushrooms…

Saladworks to host Free Ingredient Week

September 16, 2010

Saladworks has launched its first-ever “Free Ingredient Week," beginning Sept. 20 and running until Sept. 24. The week will let Saladworks customers add a…

New Daphne’s CEO outlines brand future

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

When Daphne’s Greek Café founder George Katakalidis filed for bankruptcy protection in January, the news came as a shock to many restaurant industry insiders.

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…

Street food adoption papers approved

by Suzy Badaracco — President, Culinary Tides Inc

I find it fascinating that some experiences stay with you forever while 1,000 others fade to nothing - as if never born. Have you ever had an experience that…