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NRA Show exhibitors donate 42K meals to fight hunger
May 23, 2012
The National Restaurant Association has announced that exhibiting companies at its 2012 Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show – held May 5-8 at Chicago's McCormick…
read nowStarbucks locations close to fix maintenance issues
May 22, 2012
Coffee fans were disappointed this morning as they tried to get their daily dose of Starbucks. A "small percentage" of Starbucks locations across the U.S. were…
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Report: Kids' meals purchases down 6 percent last year
May 22, 2012
Kids' meals with toys are no longer the draw they once were for the restaurant industry's youngest customers, according to The NPD Group, a market research…
read nowRestaurant franchise lending shows stabilization
May 22, 2012
Although franchise lending has been fairly static from March 2011 to March 2012 and franchisee credit access remains below its long-term average, lending to…
read nowMenchie's celebrates growth milestone
May 21, 2012
With more than 185 stores worldwide and an additional 400 stores under development, Menchie's is securing its international presence as a growing frozen yogurt…
read nowChipotle shares drop after SEC joins hiring investigation
May 21, 2012
Shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill dropped nearly 2 percent May 21 after the reported news of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission joining an…
read nowCosi net loss decreases, comps on the rise
May 20, 2012
Così, Inc. has reported a 47 percent decrease in its net loss for the first quarter ended April 2. Net loss was reduced to $1.12 million as compared to a net…
read nowRed Robin sets stage for fast casual concept expansion
May 17, 2012
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers plans to open additional fast casual restaurants in 2012, according to the company's first quarter earnings report released May 16.
read nowQdoba improves operating margins
May 17, 2012
Jack in the Box Inc. reported a profit of $21.6 million for the second quarter ended April 15, compared to $6.8 million for Q2 2011.
read nowStarbucks makes executive changes
May 16, 2012
Starbucks Coffee Company has announced several leadership changes to accelerate its innovation and growth. The company announced the following leadership moves…
read nowStudy: American dining out habits changing
May 16, 2012
A recent study by Harris Interactive measured how much Americans are dining out to gauge whether or not economic recovery is occurring.
read nowCenterbridge Partners commences tender offer outstanding shares of P.F. Chang's
May 15, 2012
In connection with a previously announced merger agreement entered into to acquire P.F. Chang's China Bistro Inc., Wok Parent LLC, Wok Holdings Inc. and Wok…
read nowApril sales set record at Fazoli's
May 14, 2012
New marketing and hospitality programs launched in early April, combined with a recently revamped menu, expanded service and a new unit design, have helped…
read nowTasti D-Lite, Planet Smoothie debut in Walmart locations
May 14, 2012
Tasti D-Lite owner/operators Scott Hughes and Benton Tatum are expanding their portfolio to include a co-branded Tasti D-Lite and Planet Smoothie inside…
read nowPanda Restaurant Group celebrates National Nurses Week
May 13, 2012
Children's Miracle Network Hospitals has announced that Panda Restaurant Group has increased their fundraising 123 percent over the previous year. In 2011…
read nowReport: Restaurant sales up slightly in April
May 13, 2012
Following two months of disappointing declines, industry performance improved slightly in April as same-store sales returned to positive territory while guest…
read nowStudy: Millennials want emotional connections with brands
May 11, 2012
A new study by Technomic unveils what millennials (ages 19-34) look for in their dining experiences.
read nowQuiznos overhauls brand, menu
May 11, 2012
Quiznos has launched a new branding campaign, called "QRAVE Quiznos," in addition to menu enhancements, franchisee resources and more.
read nowHigh-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…
read nowCherryBerry targets Idaho, Utah for growth
May 10, 2012
Beautiful Brands International (BBI) has announced the signing of a master franchise agreement with Craig Dresser to develop its CherryBerry Self-Serve Yogurt…
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