Slapfish diving into Dubai

March 6, 2014

Slapfish, Huntington Beach's fast casual seafood restaurant, is building out its first location in Dubai, according to a company press release. It will be the…

5 ways restaurants can embrace sustainable packaging

If customers believe you are irresponsible in sourcing your packaging, they may cease to give you their business.

Rubio's dishing up sustainable tilapia options

February 27, 2014

Rubio's Restaurants is introducing two new grilled Regal Springs Tilapia menu items, representing the brand's dedication to creating delicious, craveable…

Chipotle debuts comedy series

February 17, 2014

Chipotle Mexican Grill today debuts its original comedy series, "Farmed and Dangerous" on Hulu and Hulu Plus. The four-episode series marks Chipotle's first…

NRA's Kitchen Innovations award recipients named

February 13, 2014

The National Restaurant Association has announced the recipients of the 2014 Kitchen Innovations Awards, which recognizes equipment that improves the…

Deadline set for 2014 sustainability grant applications

February 13, 2014

The Hobart Center for Foodservice Sustainability has announced its deadline for the 2014 sustainability grant and that Rob Geile, director of consultant…

Rational combination ovens now ENERGY STAR certified partner

February 11, 2014

The food preparation technology provider Rational announced that it has joined EPA's ENERGY STAR program as an ENERGY STAR partner. Rational said in a news…

Study: Restaurant consumers want more focus on sustainability

February 4, 2014

Sustainability and social responsibility are taking on greater importance within the foodservice industry, according to a study just completed by research firm…

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.

A look into the menu crystal ball: Top 3 trends of 2014

Why eggs, tea and local produce will grab the spotlight.

Panera celebrates 10 years of serving antibiotic-free meat

January 9, 2014

Panera Bread is marking its 10-year milestone of serving meat raised without antibiotics, according to a company press release. All of the chicken, roasted…

Restaurant Trend Mashup: What to expect in 2014

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Experts discuss how restaurants should embrace this year's food, marketing and technology trends.

Hobart Center announces sustainability grant program

December 19, 2013

The Hobart Center for Foodservice Sustainability, a nonprofit forum supporting the foodservice industry's drive for sustainable equipment and design, is…

LYFE Kitchen certified for wellness as part of pilot program

December 5, 2013

The world's first WELL certified restaurants were unveiled today by Delos and LYFE Kitchen Restaurant. The new LYFE Kitchen Restaurants in Tarzana, Calif., and…

NYC restaurant owners voice opposition to foam foodservice ban

November 27, 2013

Earlier this week, restaurant owners in New York City spoke out against a bill to ban the sale of polystyrene foam foodservice at a public hearing at City Hall.

Four fast casuals up for PETA2 Awards

November 20, 2013

Four fast casual concepts are nominees for Best Vegan-Friendly Restaurant Chain in Peta2's eighth annual Libby Awards. Peta2, PETA's youth division, has…

Report reveals 3 industry shifts in packaging

November 19, 2013

This year's Trends Report from the Foodservice Packaging Institute revealed three key industry shifts when it comes to packaging. Overall…

LeanPath releases latest food waste prevention system

October 24, 2013

LeanPath Inc., specialists in food waste prevention systems, announced the availability of its next-generation food waste measurement solution — the LeanPath…

5 Reasons to Franchise a Better Burger Concept

Opportunities to capitalize on continued dining fascination and society's fast pace make burger businesses appealing.

NRA releases first-ever sustainability report

October 4, 2013

The National Restaurant Association announced the release of its first-ever sustainability report, which examines trends and initiatives within the restaurant…