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2011 Top 100 Movers and Shakers
FastCasual.com's sixth annual review of the restaurant segment's Top 100 movers and shakers takes a look at the brands and innovations leading the industry.
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CIT podcast touts restaurant-capital rebound
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
After a few years of conservatism, capital is slowly becoming more accessible for restaurant-industry operators.
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Fast casual segment outperforms industry
by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com
Visits to fast casual restaurants grew 17 percent throughout the last three years while the rest of the industry experienced its steepest traffic declines in…
read nowParTech releases consumer restaurant technology study
March 13, 2011
ParTech has released the results of a survey that assesses consumers’ views on dining and technology. The survey is revealed in a whitepaper, “The Dining…
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Technomic: Frozen yogurt occupies both ends of the bell curve
March 13, 2011
Technomic’s new “Market Intelligence Report: Ice Cream” found that frozen yogurt concepts occupy both the top and the bottom of the frozen desserts/snacks…
read nowNPD: Restaurant visits up in second half of 2010
March 1, 2011
Although visits to U.S. restaurants are still below the level registered six years ago, there were signs of improvement in the second half of 2010, according…
read nowMintel research: Customers want healthy breakfast options
February 28, 2011
According to the latest research from Mintel, 66 percent of customers want restaurants to provide them with healthier breakfast options. The healthy eating…
read nowWeather leads to restaurant performance decline
February 27, 2011
The National Restaurant Association’s Restaurant Performance Index stood at 100.2 in January, down 0.8 percent from its December level. Despite the decline…
read nowConsumers moving away from comfort
February 27, 2011
Culinary Tides Inc. has released a new report “Shifting Sands 2011,” that is a cross analysis of predictions across government, technology, health, consumer…
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Hold the salt: 5 quick tips for serving low sodium menu items
by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com
Cutting out the salt to make dishes healthier is no new concept; however, cooking without the salt can be a challenging and daunting task. That’s why we…
read nowCaribbean, Japanese flavors increase on restaurant menus
February 16, 2011
According to Mintel’s Global New Products Database (GNPD), lesser-known ethnic fare has experienced a robust product growth in the consumer marketplace.
read nowBoloco unveils new ordering app
February 16, 2011
Boloco has rolled out its new online ordering app for iPhones through a partnership with Mobilaurus, a Boston-based app company that creates mobile ordering…
read nowWomen make restaurant ownership gains
February 13, 2011
New research from the National Restaurant Association shows that nearly 50 percent of restaurants are now owned by women.
read nowNRA show will embrace innovation
February 10, 2011
The National Restaurant Association is seeking innovative food and beverage products that have made a significant impact on the industry, and will recognize…
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SNAP launches social media-based loyalty program
February 9, 2011
Social Network Appreciation Platform (SNAP) has launched a Web-based platform that integrates traditional in-store loyalty programs with popular social media…
read nowNPD: Consumers want quality, not low-cal
February 8, 2011
The NPD Group has released its latest foodservice market research report, “Consumers Define Healthy Eating When They Go Out to Eat.” The report found that…
read nowRetailers stepping it up against restaurants
February 8, 2011
Restaurants may want to watch their backs. According to a new survey by Technomic, more consumers are sourcing prepared meals from a wider range of retail…
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Restaurants continue efforts to reduce sodium
The American Heart Association has claimed Americans eat too much sodium and is asking restaurants to reduce sodium in their recipes.
read nowBe allergy aware: A quick guide to the most common food allergies
by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com
Eight foods are responsible for 90% of food allergic reactions. I've assembled this guide to help you (and your kitchen) be on the lookout for a food allergy.
read nowBuffalo Wild Wings opens electric vehicle charging station
February 3, 2011
Sunshine Restaurant Corp, the Central Florida developer of Buffalo Wild Wings restaurants/sports bars, joined Progress Energy Florida and NovaCharge Thursday…
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