Coffee chains to battle over India market share

American coffee giants prepare to take over Indian market. Who will come out on top?

Carb Lovers unite: Part 2

by Suzy Badaracco — President, Culinary Tides Inc

It is time to celebrate carbs and instead of bashing them. I discussed all the ways carbs are often villainized in part 1 of this series.  Now, it's time to…

Itty bitty is now a biggie

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Popping up everywhere you turn in our industry today are new mini desserts. Baskin-Robbins just launched the concept last week, and many new offerings are in…

Make 'thank-you' more meaningful

by Amanda Richardson — Senior Vice President of Product and Marketing, Snagajob

There is no app for appreciation. It doesn't get much more low-tech than shaking a hand, patting a back, writing a note or just saying thank you.

LivingSocial taps more expensive restaurant deals

October 17, 2011

Online deals site LivingSocial is launching a new service called LivingSocial Gourmet, aimed at foodies. According to Foxnews, the invitation-only service…

Snagajob is No. 1 'Best Small Company to Work For in America'

October 17, 2011

Snagajob, a provider of workforce solutions for employers, many within the restaurant industry, took the No. 1 position on Entrepreneur.com and the Great Place…

California Del Tacos testing Coca-Cola Freestyle

October 17, 2011

Twelve Del Taco units throughout Southern California are testing the Coca-Cola Freestyle, the proprietary fountain technology featuring more than 100 different…

Arby's 'Good Mood Food' named one of the worst ads

October 17, 2011

Arby's new marketing campaign, featuring the "Good Mood Food" original song, was named one of the worst ads in America by Consumerist.com.

Perka unveils cardless loyalty iPod platform

October 17, 2011

Perka has unveiled a new cardless loyalty marketing platform that runs on an iPod, enabling small businesses to connect with customers via their mobile phones…

Yogurtland goes pink for partnership with Avon Foundation

October 17, 2011

Yogurtland has announced a partnership with the Avon Foundation for Women to support breast cancer awareness. The brand will support the partnership with a…

Popeyes' brand refresh featured in graphic design exhibit

October 17, 2011

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, a division of AFC Enterprises Inc., will be featured as one of the 15 most relevant and successful brand refreshes in the past few…

KFC adds bacon to Famous Bowls

October 17, 2011

KFC has added a new layer to its Famous Bowls: smoky bacon.

Is there a Steve Jobs in the restaurant industry?

by Barry Klein — Marketing Directo, Go Roma

There are an unusual number of stars in the restaurant industry firmament — probably more than most other categories of business.

Go with the flow

by Jon Sooy — VP Sales and Marketing, Golden Pacific Systems, Inc.

A client who recently read a very powerful white paper written by Greg Collins and Cal Popken asked me to explain the term 'Tributary Supply Chain.'

US private equity group buys Burger King NZ franchise

October 16, 2011

Private equity firm The Blackstone Group announced it will acquire Antares Restaurant Group in New Zealand from Australian-based Anchorage Capital Partners.

McTV: McDonald's rolling out digital in-store channel

October 16, 2011

McDonald's Channel, a digital television network featuring original, local content for in-store customers, is set to roll out at McDonald's units in California.

Tim Hortons rolls out beef lasagna casserole

October 16, 2011

Tim Hortons Canada has introduced Beef Lasagna Casserole bowls. Made with tomato sauce, ground beef, lasagna noodles, ricotta cheese, basil, oregano and…

Popeyes announces SoCal expansion

October 16, 2011

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, a division of AFC Enterprises Inc., has announced the launch of an aggressive growth plan to increase its presence throughout…

Krispy Kreme outlines UK growth plan

October 16, 2011

Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation has signed a new development agreement with its franchisee in the United Kingdom, Krispy Kreme UK Ltd. As part of that…

Scala names senior director of retail strategy for QSR industry

October 16, 2011

Scala Inc. has announced that Marcy Patzer has been named as senior director of Retail Strategy. Specifically, Patzer will be tasked with leading Scala's QSR…