Florida’s Potatopia deters underage drinking with Intellicheck’s Age ID

June 29, 2017

Potatopia's Broward County, Florida restaurant is using Intellicheck's Age ID to prevent the sale of alcoholic beverages to underage customers, according to a…

Another restaurant oyster shell recycling initiative pops up in Alabama

May 24, 2017

A few weeks after we told you about  restaurateurs around Chesapeake Bay taking part in an oyster shell recycling  program, another oyster recycling initiative…

2 national chains show how to do good by just doing business

April 7, 2017

Uncle Maddio's and Jersey Mike's are sharing their success with organizations committed to helping people in their communities. Autism, for example, is at the…

Loma Linda Children's recognizes Farmer Boys support

February 28, 2017

World-renowned Loma Linda University Children's Hospital this week honored Farmer Boys Restaurants with the Shirley N. Pettis Award for outstanding dedication…

Pita Pit Canada rolls out 'disruptive packaging technology'

December 27, 2016

In an effort to reduce its carbon footprint, Pita Pit Canada has traded the traditional waxed paper used to wrap its sandwiches for thinbarrier eco, a…

Pret a Manger 1st US chain to issue humane commitment for chickens

December 15, 2016

Pret A Manger is the first U.S. national restaurant chain to commit to improvements for the welfare of the chickens raised for its food operations, according…

JJ's Red Hots offers unlimited food, drinks to military on special day

November 1, 2016

JJ's Red Hots is serving an unlimited dine-in menu, including hot dogs, sausages, sides and non-alcoholic drinks, this Veterans Day, Nov. 11.

Starbucks goes green with community cup

November 1, 2016

Starbucks is rolling out a green cup, featuring the work of artist Shogo Ota, in all U.S. stores, in order to encourage community.

Chipotle puts the "boo" in boorito

October 12, 2016

Chipotle Mexican Grill has announced the celebration of its annual Halloween fundraiser, featuring $3 dollar burritos.

Newk's Eatery recognized for giving back

September 20, 2016

Newk's Eatery is being honored for its charitable efforts and donations.

Pieology moves into Tennessee with gift in hand

August 22, 2016

Pieology is breaking into the Volunteer State, opening its first Tennessee location in Franklin by first doing a very good deed. The chain is donating $5,00…

Focus Brands and its 5,000 locations commit to all cage-free eggs in 10 years

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

August 9, 2016

More than 5,000 ice cream shops, restaurants and bakeries operated by Focus Brands committed today to transition to cage-free eggs over the next 10 years…

Pie Five Pizza leaps into jaguar country

August 2, 2016

Pie Five Pizza Co. is opening its second Alabama location at 7450 Airport Blvd. in Mobile. The location is just outside of the University of Southern Alabama.

Pita Pit franchisees raise $23K for charity

July 13, 2016

An employee appreciation event within Pita Pit led to a spontaneous charity effort that netted $23,000.

SafetyCulture iAuditor expands beyond mobile platform

June 29, 2016

SafetyCulture, a technology company that focused on workplace safety, has announced the launch of its mobile app available on Windows 10, iOS and Android. The…

Dickey's BBQ Pit opens another San Antonio unit, launches charitable foundation

June 23, 2016

Dickey's Barbecue Pit, ranked No. 1 in FastCasual's Top 100 Movers and Shakers, has expanded deeper into San Antonio, Texas and launched  a charitable…

Which Wich annual Flag Your Bag campaign is underway

June 13, 2016

Through July 4 Which Wich is sending signature bags, decorated by guests and containing non-perishable items, to men and women in local military bases and…

Crazy Pita guests to 'paint-drink-dine' to benefit charity

April 20, 2016

An artist will instruct customers on how to complete a painting while they eat cooked-to-order Mediterranean cuisine from Crazy Pita.

Pancheros supporting fundraiser for leukemia, lymphoma research

April 18, 2016

In an effort to raise funds for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Pancheros Mexican Grill has partnered with Ryan Wade's One Step At a Time initiative.

Massachusetts governor enacts 'Massachusetts Restaurant Day for No Kid Hungry'

April 8, 2016

In support of April 11 as "Massachusetts Restaurant Day for No Kid Hungry," Gov. Charlie Baker issued a citation in recognition of the efforts of the…