RetailMeNot's latest marketing approach is one restaurateurs might want to consider

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

RetailMeNot is taking an interesting approach to product promotion that restaurateurs might not only find fun to review, but might also consider for…

Study: Independent restaurants struggling to survive in flat food service economy

September 19, 2016

While the total number of restaurants nationally has dropped slightly, the losses in numbers are mostly among independent eateries, particularly those which…

Pokemon GO ... away? Restaurants liable if distracted diners are hurt

By Nicholas Resetar/ Attorney

Self-order kiosks gain fans among restaurants, consumers

by Chris Gilder — Founder/CEO, Meridian

The quick service and fast casual restaurant formats may offer their customers different experiences, but both are starting to leverage self-order kiosks to…

SweetFrog sweetens up topping bar

September 16, 2016

SweetFrog is adding new Hershey Items to the toppings bar.

Coffee company lends support to Dunkin's philanthropic arm

September 16, 2016

S&D Coffee & Tea has partnered with The Dunkin’ Donuts & Baskin-Robbins Community Foundation, according to a news release. The beverage provider…

McDonald's fails, White Castle wins PETA's new grading system

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

Iconic slider brand, White Castle, takes top honors in a new burger restaurant grading system by the animal advocacy organization PETA.

Yum China board members named

September 16, 2016

Yum! Brands announced Friday nine members for the Yum China board of directors. Seven will be official when the brand's spinoff is complete on Oct. 31…

World's largest food service provider goes totally cage-free

September 15, 2016

The world’s largest food service provider, Compass Group, said today it is replacing all of its eggs — liquid and shelled — with cage-free varieties in 5…

Taco Bell promotion aims squarely at techno-crazed

September 15, 2016

Taco Bell is going after the techno-crazed of the world with its new promotional contest that promises to give one winner a Sony PlayStationVR (as in virtual…

The rise of the grocerant triggers rising food-safety concerns

September 15, 2016

For proof that an increasing number of Americans are purchasing "restaurant-style food" at their groceries, you need look no further than the fact that this…

DQ embraces snacking

September 15, 2016

For proof that few Americans listened when moms warned against between-meal snacks comes from Dairy Queen this week, where the chain clearly thinks enough…

Olo Dispatch covers nation, half of US population

September 14, 2016

Digital ordering service provider Olo has announced that its year-old Dispatch delivery service now covers all of the U.S. and half of the nation's population…

Lebanon loves Toll House cookies, adds two more cafes

September 14, 2016

Nestle’s Toll House Cafes by Chip is building quite a fan base in Lebanon. In fact, this month, developer Hassan Hajj Ali — who now runs three of the cafes in…

Doughnuts: The little-known food of pirates

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

September 14, 2016

Mark your calendars, mateys — Monday is International Talk Like a Pirate Day. Naturally, that means doughnuts, right?  

Chick-fil-A 'moo-oves' consumers, even in the dog days of summer

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

Starbucks, Subway and Chick-Fil-A reported solid traffic numbers for the month of August, according to research and insights firm, Sense 360.

Lion's Choice taps restaurant veteran as COO

September 13, 2016

Lion’'s Choice has tapped Rebecca Fine as COO.

The franchisee's financial 4: Top tips to get investors to show you the money (Part 2 of a series on restaurant financial issues)

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

In yesterday's initial part of this series, readers got expert advise on equipment leasing options and how they can help with your overall food service…

New research shows steep decline in lunch traffic

September 13, 2016

More harrowing news today on the possible decline in business across food service, but this time the research revolves specifically around the lunch day-part…

To lease or not to lease: 5 tips, if that is your question (Part 1 of 2 on restaurant financing issues)

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

In a business that demands a steady and relatively liquid cash flow, leasing equipment can make a lot of sense. Here are five tips to help you decide what…