Capturing today's diners? A lot of it is still about 'the money'

Even with the surprises that the AlixPartners diners' preferences poll has shown this week, in many ways it still all comes down to the fact that customers…

NRA to Congress: Full-steam ahead on Small Business Health Fairness Act

March 27, 2017

Although groups like the Consumers Union strongly oppose it, the National Restaurant Association today said it sent a letter to Congress giving its support to…

A 'post mortem': Looking back at 2016's hard-learned lessons

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

Experts weigh in on the eight lessons they learned in 2016 about the fine art of running a restaurant.

Milwaukee man lands Cousins Subs sweepstakes prize

December 14, 2016

A Milwaukee, Wisconsin, man scored big in Cousins Subs' Bucky's Bash sweepstakes, as part of the Wisconsin-based brand's dedication and support for University…

Is it time for restaurateurs to really talk turkey?

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

Thanksgiving, when you think about it, is the celebration of eating out with friends. Why then, doesn't the restaurant industry claim it and give restaurateurs…

Study: Americans love meal kits

November 21, 2016

Technomic today released research showing that the U.S. is the largest market for the global meal kit industry, which has grown to a multi-billion dollar…

McDonald's takes coffee to new heights

November 21, 2016

With most of the land in the known world bespeckled with McDonald's golden arches, the chain is now moving to the skies. As of Dec. 1, WestJet McCafé Premium…

Amazon restaurant service arrives in London

September 7, 2016

A week after going live with Prime Restaurants in Houston, Amazon is offering the service in London for Prime customers.

Cousins Subs partners with Green Bay Packers for ultimate giveaway

August 23, 2016

Cousins Subs, a Milwaukee-based concept, is now in a three-year partnership with the Green Bay Packers NFL team.

Hot diggity dog: The weiner is finally getting some respect

An award-winning chef shows that even the lowliest of foods can make a menu hit when done with creativity and an eye toward the trending taste preferences.

Couple seeks to re-open Mrs. Winner's Chicken & Biscuits

June 21, 2016

A husband and wife team, Rachel and Poul Pederson, are partnering with the Memphis community to re-open Mrs. Winner's Chicken & Biscuits. The couple plans…

Yelp-foodjunky.com partnership gives restaurateurs a front seat at the corporate catering table

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

A new tech partnership pairing Yelp with foodjunky.com could offer a nice inroad to new source of business for restaurants nationwide.

Study: Corporations need to more closely monitor employees' dining expenses

June 7, 2016

Corporations might soon be tightening limits on money spent for business-related dining and catering if the findings of a new research study by Dinova LLC and…

A new competitor for food delivery and drive-thru? The Munchery takes a big bite into new service areas

May 19, 2016

Ask the experts: Is your brand ready for catering?

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Franchisors and their franchisees must understand what they're getting into before deciding if catering should be a part of the business model.

Heard at the Summit: Memorable quotes from Day 1

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Any time you gather some of the industry's brightest CEOs, franchisors, chefs, franchisees and vendors, there is sure to be some insightful quotes. We've…

Catering checklist: 4 must-dos before serving customers offsite

by erle dardick — CEO, MonkeyMedia Software

Before any restaurant brand jumps into catering, there are a many thoughts to consider in order to ensure success.

Mystery solved: How to keep grilled cheeses fresh, crisp for delivery

November 18, 2015

Eco-Products and The Melt have created a box to keep grilled cheese sandwiches hot and crispy until delivered.

Report: Corporate restaurant spending increasing

November 18, 2015

Dinova reported that corporate spending in restaurants increased 9.7 percent year-over-year in the third quarter of 2015.

The Catering Institute to hold October workshop

September 28, 2015

The Catering Institute's Catering Sales Management Workshop will bring together restaurant catering leaders.