Freshii signs Nashville development deal

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February 16, 2010

Nashville residents Daniel and Olivia Sarratt McCarthy have signed a development deal to open Freshii locations there over the next few years.   The couple…

P.F. Chang's reports financial results for Pei Wei Asian Diner

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February 16, 2010

P.F. Chang's China Bistro Inc. has reported financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended January 3, 2010. The company's fourth quarter and…

Is Matthew Corrin the next Howard Schultz?

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

The 28-year-old founder of Freshii is leading a new generation of CEOs.

Gandolfo's deli lands Moe's co-founder as new COO

February 15, 2010

Former Moe's Southwest Grill co-founder and Raving Brands executive Seth Salzman has been named Gandolfo's New York Delicatessen's new chief operating officer…

Is Matthew Corrin the next Howard Schultz?

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

The 28-year-old founder of Freshii is leading a new generation of CEOs.

Gandolfo's deli lands Moe's co-founder as new COO

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February 15, 2010

Former Moe's Southwest Grill co-founder and Raving Brands executive Seth Salzman has been named Gandolfo's New York Delicatessen's new chief operating officer…

Tropical Smoothie Café to embark on franchise tour

February 14, 2010

Top executives of Tropical Smoothie Café will embark on a six-week, 4,000-mile road show to bring the annual company meeting to franchisees in nine different…

Tropical Smoothie Café to embark on franchise tour

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February 14, 2010

Top executives of Tropical Smoothie Café will embark on a six-week, 4,000-mile road show to bring the annual company meeting to franchisees in nine different…

Chipotle revenue up 12%

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

Riding high on a wave of comps, revenue and net income increases, the company continues to pursue its quest for providing food with integrity.

Panera Bread FY 2009 net up 28%

February 11, 2010

Panera Bread Company has reported its company-owned same-store sales increased 7.4 percent for the fourth quarter ended Dec. 30, 2009.   Company-owned…

Chipotle revenue up 12%

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

Riding high on a wave of comps, revenue and net income increases, the company continues to pursue its quest for providing food with integrity.

Panera Bread FY 2009 net up 28%

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February 11, 2010

Panera Bread Company has reported its company-owned same-store sales increased 7.4 percent for the fourth quarter ended Dec. 30, 2009.   Company-owned…

Einstein Bros. Bagels to offer free bagels

February 8, 2010

On the heels of its successful Bagel Bonanza, Einstein Bros. Bagels is again offering a delicious deal to its Facebook Fans. To celebrate National Bagel Day…

Einstein Bros. Bagels to offer free bagels

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February 8, 2010

On the heels of its successful Bagel Bonanza, Einstein Bros. Bagels is again offering a delicious deal to its Facebook Fans. To celebrate National Bagel Day…

Panera Bread, Pei Wei and Penn Station are top 10 in customer satisfaction

February 3, 2010

Regional limited-service brands such as Capriotti's, Panera Bread and Penn Station, continue to capture the highest customer satisfaction ratings, according to…

Panera Bread, Pei Wei and Penn Station are top 10 in customer satisfaction

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February 3, 2010

Regional limited-service brands such as Capriotti's, Panera Bread and Penn Station, continue to capture the highest customer satisfaction ratings, according to…

Taxing the industry

As the NRA calls for looser credit and better tax incentives in 2010, the breaks to be available this year are anybody's guess.

Taxing the industry

As the NRA calls for looser credit and better tax incentives in 2010, the breaks to be available this year are anybody's guess.

Zoës Kitchen implements Radiant Systems POS technology

February 1, 2010

Radiant Systems Inc. has announced a new agreement with Zoës Kitchen to install the Aloha Enterprise solution along with Radiant hardware in all current…

Legislative outlook: Health care reform

Executives and industry leaders keep a watchful eye on two health care reform bills that could change their operational landscape.