Exploring the role of whole grains in the food industry

by Nate Riggs — CEO / Owner, NR Media Group

'If you can pronounce the ingredients, it's probably good for you,' said Cynthia Harriman, director at Oldways and The Whole Grain Council.

Carl’s Jr., Hardee’s bring their version of monkey bread to the menu

June 19, 2014

Sister chains Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s announced they are introducing Made from Scratch Cinnamon Pull-Aparts on June 23. The cinnamon-sugar breakfast offering…

Whataburger expands retail presence with two breakfast offerings

June 18, 2014

Whataburger and H-E-B announced that Whataburger’s Honey Butter and Premium Pork Sausage are now available at H-E-B and Central Market stores in…

Wendy’s bringing back its pretzel bun

June 18, 2014

Wendy’s announced it is bringing back its pretzel bun in July, with the return of its pretzel bacon cheeseburger and pretzel pub chicken sandwiches.

Breakfast drives 6 percent increase in bacon servings

June 18, 2014

Americans’ love affair with bacon isn’t showing any signs of fading. According to new research from The NPD Group, U.S. consumers ate about 1.1 billion…

Popeyes’ buys its recipes from supply company for $43M

June 17, 2014

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen has purchased the recipes it uses for many of its core menu items from Diversified Foods and Seasonings LLC. According to a news…

Del Taco brings back classic menu items to mark 50th anniversary

June 17, 2014

Del Taco turns 50 this year and to celebrate, it is offering a variety of classic “throwback” menu items beginning June 19.

Ben & Jerry’s creates new flavor to fight GMOs

June 17, 2014

In response to a lawsuit filed against Vermont’s GMO labeling law, Ben & Jerry’s has unveiled Food Fight Fudge Brownie, a new name for one of its signature…

Kids’ menu orders up 40% each year since 2012

June 16, 2014

New research from GrubHub reveals that kids' menu orders have grown 40 percent each year since 2012, with 17 percent of takeout restaurants now offering a…

State Fair Fried Dough on Baskin-Robbins’ summer menu

June 16, 2014

Baskin-Robbins has rolled out a summer menu, including the new Sand Pail Cake, which uses graham crackers as sand and features sea creatures made from icing.

Long John Silver's adopts Best Aquaculture Practices certification

June 16, 2014

Long John Silver's announced that it will adopt BAP certification as part of its sustainable seafood procurement policy. The chain will work with the Global…

Roy Rogers introduces ice cream floats

June 13, 2014

Roy Rogers Restaurants is offering dads a free combo meal today through June 15 to celebrate Father’s Day.

Dr. Smoothie Brands launches organic line

June 12, 2014

Dr. Smoothie Brands has introduced new Organic Smoothies, Powders and Vanilla Whey Protein. The company said in an announcement that the new product…

White Castle doubles up its Sliders for Father’s Day

June 12, 2014

As a Father’s Day promotion, White Castle is offering a limited-time only Bottoms Up Double Slider and Slider box with activities for the family. According to…

Jack in the Box spices up its late-night menu

June 12, 2014

Jack in the Box today announced the launch of two new Ultimate Cheeseburgers — BBQ and Jalapeño Ranch — as well as a new addition to Jack’s Munchie Meal…

'Stealth health' menu approaches are on trend

Kids also want more healthful options from restaurants.

Subway turns to Keurig to boost coffee offerings

June 11, 2014

Subway has partnered with Keurig Green Mountain Inc. to bring its single-serve K150 brewers to the sandwich chain’s North American locations. The Keurig K15…

Pinkberry launches three new summer-inspired flavors

June 10, 2014

Pinkberry has announced three new summer flavors — S’mores, Watermelon Cooler and Banana Split.

Nestlé Toll House Café by Chip rolls out summer beverage lineup

June 10, 2014

Nestlé Toll House Café by Chip has introduced a lineup of seasonal items just in time for summer. According to a news release, they include:

Rita’s showcases new watermelon flavor for summer kickoff promo

June 10, 2014

Rita's Italian Ice has introduced a new flavor, Watermelon Chip Cream Ice, and also announced it will kick off summer with promotional prices on two of its…