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Survey finds food cost increases will beef up menu prices
January 30, 2014
A recent survey from SpenDifference found that American chain restaurants plan to increase menu prices as part of a move to offset higher food costs.
read nowNRA names new officers, board members
January 30, 2014
The National Restaurant Association and the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation announced today the election of officers to its board of…
read nowMaui Wowi appoints new leaders
January 30, 2014
Maui Wowi today announced the appointment of Justin Livingston to VP of Business Development, a newly created position at the company. Livingston has been with…
read nowStarbucks promotes within chain to allow CEO to focus on innovation
January 30, 2014
Starbucks Coffee Company has announced a new leadership structure that will allow CEO Howard Schultz to focus on "innovation and next generation retailing and…
read nowVenga, Ctuit partner for operational IT
January 29, 2014
Venga, a data-driven guest management software provider for restaurants, and Ctuit, a provider of business intelligence software, announced a partnership that…
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NRA: Obama's minimum wage increase isn't the silver bullet
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
NRA: Obama's call for minimum wage increase will limit opportunities for teens and entry-level workers.
read nowGetlowfees.com launches online credit card processing marketplace for merchants
January 29, 2014
Get Low Fees LLC this week announced the launch of its new website, getlowfees.com. Intended to help business owners lower their credit card processing rates…
read nowMOOYAH finishes 2013 with growth spurt
January 29, 2014
With consistent growth in 2013, MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes is prepared to achieve another series of milestones in 2014, eyeing the opening of more…
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Luxury dessert lounge sips into college
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
The youth-market concept serves handcrafted fare and drinks inspired by flavors from all over the world.
read nowBurger 21 closes 2013 with 19-percent jump in AUVs
January 27, 2014
Burger 21 today announced strong growth in 2013 with eight new franchise agreements signed to develop 14 units as part of its strategy to grow throughout the…
read nowSmashburger named a Top 10 promising company by Forbes
January 23, 2014
Smashburger is ranked No. 6 on Forbes' third annual America's Most Promising Companies list. According to a news release, Forbes' list recognizes the top 10…
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Are restaurant recipes protected by law?
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
Understanding the proper application of trade secrets, copyrights and trademarks is key to protecting your restaurant's proprietary recipes and products.
read nowPanera renews partnership with gift card provider
January 22, 2014
Stored Value Solutions has renewed a long-standing relationship with Panera Bread for gift and promotional card program management, according to a company…
read nowYumz debuts express model
January 22, 2014
Yumz Gourmet Frozen Yogurt today announced the launch of Yumz Express, a kiosk-sized version of a full-size Yumz Gourmet Frozen Yogurt store. The new model is…
read nowSyrus Restaurant Information Services hires first COO
January 22, 2014
Syrus Restaurant Information Services, a provider of restaurant technologies and analytics, has hired Brian Graham as its first chief operating officer.
read nowLet's YO! names new VP of Real Estate
January 21, 2014
Let's YO!, an all-natural frozen yogurt shop, along with its sister-brand, Retro Fitness, has appointed Ray Lauletti VP of Real Estate and Development…
read nowbd's Mongolian launches 'Stir It Up, Your Way' campaign
January 21, 2014
The stir-fry restaurant chain, bd's Mongolian Grill, has launched its "Stir It Up, Your Way" campaign. Now through March 31, customers will have two chances to…
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Swipely's new release includes menu, service intelligence
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
CEO says the system offers insight into what's most profitable or likely to drive repeat customers.
read nowBoloco announces menu changes
January 17, 2014
Boloco has made a few changes to its menu, which includes a price increase to help cover higher ingredient costs and the chain's commitment to Boloco team…
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NRA: Embracing technology, menu trends key in 2014
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
The industry will employ 13.5 million in 990,000 units, and restaurant job growth will outpace the overall job growth rate.
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