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Customization leading to fast casual growth, access to capital
September 17, 2013
Customization has been key to the success of fast casual restaurants, according to a report, "2013 Restaurant Sector Update," that found that large and middle…
read nowLimited-service restaurants driving foodservice disposables growth
September 17, 2013
U.S. demand for foodservice disposables is expected to approach $20 billion in 2017, according to www.rnrmarketresearch.com. Growth will be driven by…
read nowRestaurant traffic slightly up in Q2
September 17, 2013
U.S. restaurant traffic increased by 1 percent in the second calendar quarter of 2013, compared to same quarter last year, while consumer spending, driven…
read now5 ways technology is transforming dining experiences in the UK
September 11, 2013
PaymentSense, a United Kingdom-based card payment and EPoS provider, has compiled a list of some of the ways technology is being used to keep restaurant…
read nowDownload free webinar: '5 Reasons Beef Fits Fast Casual'
September 11, 2013
Beef is still the top-selling protein at most restaurants, and the demand is still increasing. In this webinar — "5 Reasons Beef Fits Fast Casual More Than…
read nowReport analyzing fast food industry now available
September 9, 2013
Packaged Facts has released its latest analysis of the fast food restaurant industry, focusing on the quick-service, fast casual, and snack and beverage…
read nowRestaurant sales, traffic soften in July
September 3, 2013
As a result of softer sales and traffic levels and restaurant operators' dampened outlook for the economy, the National Restaurant Association's Restaurant…
read nowJapan's economic recovery leading to more restaurant visits, spending
August 28, 2013
Japan's economic recovery after a downturn in the last quarter of 2012, has spurred an increase in restaurant visits and spending greater than any other global…
read nowGrowth of fast casual chains increase by 7%
August 26, 2013
Fort Collins-Loveland, Colo., is the U.S. metro area with the most fast casual chain units per resident, according to the latest restaurant census conducted by…
read nowAnalysts report above-average meat and dairy prices
August 23, 2013
Analysts with Great American Group Inc. have reported that pricing for meats and dairy products remains higher than average. The trend reflects the continued…
read nowStudy: Deal-seeking behavior has become ingrained
August 22, 2013
Recent research from Technomic shows that Internet deal sites have become a common go-to for consumers, who are looking to stretch every dollar. But when it…
read nowFlorida Restaurant & Lodging Show set for September
August 21, 2013
The 42nd Annual Florida Restaurant & Lodging Show is set for Sept. 22-24 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla., and will feature the…
read nowTechnomic: Cravings, value and better burgers driving burger consumption in Canada
August 20, 2013
According to new research from Technomic, the overwhelming majority of Canadian consumers (89 percent) eat burgers once a month or more often — and cravings…
read nowStudy: Food truck business poaching QSR visits in some markets
August 19, 2013
Since food trucks began appearing on city street corners, their perceivable threat to brick-and-mortar restaurant has been debated. Now, a recent survey…
read nowReport: Restaurant salaries, benefits looking brighter
August 16, 2013
People Report has released the 2013 Corporate Compensation and Benefits Survey, which answered these questions: Are restaurant employees' compensation and…
read nowWestern Foodservice & Hospitality Expo ready to kick off
August 16, 2013
Thousands of restaurant and foodservice industry professionals are expected to attend the Western Foodservice & Hospitality Expo at the Los Angeles…
read nowFranchising index hits highest growth level since recession
August 15, 2013
The International Franchise Association's latest Franchise Business Index shows that the industry is at its strongest level since November 2007, prior to the…
read nowTechnomic expects bar mixer momentum to continue
August 14, 2013
Tracking the growth trend in spirits and the rise of cocktail culture, mixers used in the preparation of cocktails and mixed drinks in restaurants and bars are…
read nowSurvey: Parents like dining out with kids
August 14, 2013
Restaurant.com revealed today that parents enjoy dining out with their kids and cite many benefits to the experience, with family quality time and education…
read nowPork industry braces for all-time high prices
August 9, 2013
The cost of bacon is on the rise, and the high prices are expected by many analysts to hit the foodservice industry sooner than later.
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