Henny Penny acquires Wood Stone Corp.

December 17, 2013

Henny Penny, a provider of foodservice equipment solutions, announced Monday that it will acquire Wood Stone Corporation, a manufacturer of stone hearth…

Day makers: Encouraging engagement beyond the holiday season

by Jason Hamilton — VP of Marketing, Snagajob

One Dunkin' franchisee instills the holiday spirit and appreciation for his employees all year.

New officers added to NRA's supply chain executive group

December 16, 2013

The National Restaurant Association announced the appointment of two new officers to its Supply Chain Management Executive Study Group.

ROC United releases diners guide for ethical eating

December 16, 2013

To launch its third National Diners Guide for ethical eating, ROC United hosted a panel discussion this week, featuring restaurant owners from around the…

Tim Hortons launches low-cal breakfast sandwich

December 16, 2013

Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop is hoping to help Americans get their mornings off to a healthy start with its new 350-calorie Turkey Sausage Breakfast…

Philadelphia's Wit or Witout Cheesesteak chain expanding

December 16, 2013

Cheesesteak lovers outside of Philadelphia will be able to enjoy cheesesteaks from Wit or Witout Philly Cheesesteaks, the concept that Food Network's Guy Fieri…

Remodeled White Castle restaurant includes self-ordering stations

The unit also includes front-counter seating and a Coca-Cola Freestyle fountain dispenser.

Subway set to debut pizza concept

December 13, 2013

A Subway franchisee in Nebraska plans to open a Subway Pizza Express in the University of Nebraska Union in the first quarter. According to the Daily…

Jersey Mike's raises $300K for Arlington National Cemetery wreaths

December 13, 2013

Jersey Mike's has donated $305,000 to Wreaths Across America, a nonprofit organization created to expand the annual wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington…

Taco John's breakfast experiences double-digit sales growth

December 13, 2013

Taco John's introduced its breakfast menu with a giveaway promotion in August 2012. The chain has since experienced double-digit sales growth with the morning…

Dunkin' Donuts launches 'HoliDDay Fashions' contest

December 13, 2013

Time to break out your ugly holiday sweaters. Dunkin' Donuts has launched its HoliDDay Fashions contest, inviting people to post photos of themselves in their…

Wendy's supply chain co-op exec joins GS1 Standards board

December 13, 2013

John Inwright, president and CEO of Wendy's Quality Supply Chain Co-op Inc., has been appointed to the GS1 US board of governors. Amit Menipaz, general manager…

Chick-fil-A founder opens Hawaiian-themed concept

December 13, 2013

Truett's Luau, a Hawaiian-themed concept created by Chick-fil-A founder Truett Cathy, opened for business this week in Fayetteville, Ga. According to the…

White Castle hosts lunch with Santa

December 13, 2013

White Castle locations across the country will be hosting "Lunch with Santa" on Dec.15, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The restaurants will be decorated for the…

SpenDifference seeks responses for menu tracking survey

December 13, 2013

The supply chain support provider SpenDifference is soliciting responses from restaurant chain executives for its menu price tracking survey.

Remodeled White Castle with self-ordering stations

White Castle celebrated the grand reopening of a Columbus, Ohio, area restaurant, which includes self-ordering kiosks for customers to place their orders.

Why most restaurants fail within the first three years

Restaurateurs need to be open to modifications of their original ideas.

Fiesta Restaurant Group completes refinancing

December 12, 2013

Fiesta Restaurant Group Inc., parent company of the Pollo Tropical and Taco Cabana restaurant brands, announced it has entered into a new senior secured credit…

NRA's SafeServ program helping Illinois operators navigate regulation changes

December 12, 2013

The National Restaurant Association and the Illinois Restaurant Association have joined together to educate foodservice operators throughout Illinois regarding…

Survey of small businesses shows continued concern over Obamacare costs

December 12, 2013

Small business owners are worried about the impact the Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare, will have on their business operations, according to a recent survey…