Butterball releases turkey breakfast ideas in wake of growing restaurant trend

July 7, 2015

Breakfast remains the industry’s fastest growing daypart, with Mintel expecting the market to grow by more than $10 billion in the next five years.

Customers demand targeted, relevant marketing messages

by Vic Mahadevan — CEO, Punchh

When blended, data on purchases, frequency, preferences, social media activity forms a 360-degree customer profile that can be used to build a long-term…

Webinar offers tips on balancing POS tax-exempt processes, customer service

July 6, 2015

Not only is there potential to frustrate a loyal customer, but an inefficient tax-exempt POS process can draw audit scrutiny and big fines. Free live webinar…

Fatburger, Buffalo's Express opening cobranded LA unit

July 6, 2015

Fatburger and Buffalo’s Express are once again joining forces to open a cobranded location, this time in El Monte, Los Angeles.

How to increase revenue in your restaurant without sacrificing customer service

Finding ways to boost profitability while still retaining your customer base is quite possible: it’s just a matter of adding perceived value to your restaurant…

Memphis foodservice operators recognized for contributions to health

July 6, 2015

Establishments recognized as REAL are those that meet criteria such as the use of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, healthy preparation methods, moderate…

4 ways to win with in-store marketing

by Kent Barkouras — EVP Restaurant Solutions, Primary Color Systems

No matter what other problems your restaurant faces, if you can consistently get enough people in the door those problems ultimately will not matter. High…

Villa Italian Kitchens partners with Monin to offer customizable drinks

July 2, 2015

Villa Italian Kitchen is allowing guests to customize their drinks by letting them add a "Flavor Shot" of Monin Gourmet Flavoring to any fountain beverage…

South Philly Steaks debuts sandwich with patriotic twist

July 2, 2015

Villa Enterprises, a global multi-brand restaurant operator and franchisor, has added the All American Philly Cheesesteak to the menu at its South Philly…

Sea Salt Caramel, Graham Canyon now available at Bruster's

July 2, 2015

Bruster’s Real Ice Cream has two new LTOs just time for summer—Sea Salt Caramel and Graham Canyon.

Webinar to focus on customer traffic, conversion insight

July 2, 2015

Traffic and conversion data can be priceless if a retailer understands how to use it to drive sales, engage with shoppers and boost marketing. An expert will…

Catering workshop intends to help restaurants grow sales

July 2, 2015

The Catering Institute is offering its second Catering Sales Management Workshop.

Free hoagies: Philly’s Best hosts social media contest

July 2, 2015

The chain is giving guests a chance to win free hoagies for a year by sharing their experiences on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.

Report: Sandwiches still rule menus, homes

July 2, 2015

Roughly 79 percent of all adults have eaten a sandwich in the past seven days, according to data published in the all-new Packaged Facts report, "Sandwiches…

Top Round making rounds in Louisville

July 2, 2015

Top Round Roast Beef has inked its second franchise agreement, which will bring four stores to the Louisville, Kentucky, area.

Wayback Burgers debuts high-protein milkshakes with crickets?

July 1, 2015

Wayback Burgers is adding two new high protein milkshakes to its menu, the Oreo Mud Pie Cricket Protein Milkshake and the Jerky Milkshake.

Tech in a box: How Dickey's uses big data to target marketing strategies

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

During "Tablets: When, Where, Why and How" at the ICX Summit in Chicago, Dickey's discussed its custom-developed business intelligence service called Smoke…

Wienerschnitzel going international

July 1, 2015

Wienerschnitzel has signed a master franchise agreement with International Food Concepts to begin developing Wienerschnitzel locations in Panama.

Rave's Randy Gier named Southwest's Entrepreneur of the Year

July 1, 2015

EY has named Randy Gier its Entrepreneur Of The Year for the Southwest region.

Kansas Yum! franchisee adds to portfolio

July 1, 2015

KBP Foods, one of Yum! Brand’s largest franchisees, has acquired 24 restaurants in Kansas, Missouri and Florida from D-Carr Investments and related entities