Technomic report predicts alcohol sales falling in 2010

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

Alcohol sales at casual- and fine-dining chains are expected to be slim in 2010, giving some fast casual operators a golden opportunity.

Reports detail call to restaurants to double fresh produce use

November 1, 2009

Two newly published reports have documented the discussions of a supply chain-wide executive think tank's recent call to double the use of fresh produce in…

American Airlines to serve Ben & Jerry's sundaes

October 27, 2009

Ben & Jerry's is the latest brand to find a home for some of its products on airline carriers. Starting Nov. 1, American Airlines will serve new Ben &…

Innovative flavors continue to drive restaurant traffic, reports Technomic

October 21, 2009

Consumers are interested in expanding their palates when dining out and want to patronize restaurants that offer innovative flavors. A new study from Technomic…

FreshBerry to open at two Oklahoma universities

October 21, 2009

Beautiful Brands International has announced it has signed two franchise agreements to open FreshBerry frozen yogurt cafés on or near the campuses of the…

Mobile search data shows differences in retail tastes

October 20, 2009

Starbucks or McDonald's? Wal-Mart or Best Buy? According to research conducted by Boston-based uLocate Communications, iPhone users are eight times more likely…

Zagat releases restaurant trends report

October 20, 2009

The results of Zagat's 2010 America's Top Restaurants survey were released today on ZAGAT.com, covering thousands of eateries across 45 U.S. markets. In the…

Top 10 brand and marketing trends for 2010

A new definition of value and growing consumer expectations are among the things brands and retailers will need to watch for.

How Kogi BBQ got fired up

by Paul Barron — EVP, NWA

In this video interview, Kogi brand manager Mike Prasad talks about how the company used social media to launch the business.

Coca-Cola adding flexible tea brewer

October 7, 2009

Coca-Cola Co. continues to develop innovative products for restaurateurs, starting with the field test of its self-service 100-plus flavor Freestyle soft…

Burger industry posts solid gains in 2009

October 7, 2009

Domestic sales for the limited-service hamburger industry grew by a healthy 4.1 percent in 2008 to $64 billion, outperforming the total limited-service…

Ones to watch: Obikà Mozzarella Bar

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

The concept, open in Manhattan's IBM Atrium, highlights varieties of Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP.

Food trucks fuel concept growth

by Cary Stemle — Free-lance reporter, N/A

How restaurants throughout the industry are expanding their footprint through meals on wheels.

The Fast Casual Alliance moves under NRA umbrella

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

A newly formed industry council will serve as the NRA's model for future collaborations.

A review of Chipotle's iPhone app

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

FastCasual.com publisher Paul Barron gives his impression of Chipotle's free mobile application.

Internet Marketing and the Social Media (Slides)

Industry leaders provide vital information regarding the use of the Internet and Social Media to aid in your restaurant's growth. Download the slides from…

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Brain Exchange (Slides)

Brain Exchange Session. Find information on discussions relating to eight topics including: Fast Casual Startups, Menu Development, Web & Social Marketing…

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Culinary Experience for the Innovators (Slides)

Follow industry leaders as they discuss current trends in fast casual dining, what customers are seeking, and how one company operates with a Guest-Driven…

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Learning the New Financial Business Model (Slides)

Industry leaders share ways to capitalize on financial business models. Download the slides from presentations given by: Louis J. Basile Jr., Wildflower…

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Starbucks unveils iPhone app

September 22, 2009

Starbucks Corp. has caught the iPhone buzz with its launch of a store-location and menu application, and is testing a second app that will let customers use…