Hold the salt: 5 quick tips for serving low sodium menu items

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Cutting out the salt to make dishes healthier is no new concept; however, cooking without the salt can be a challenging and daunting task. That’s why we…

Dunkin’ Donuts coffee soon available in K-Cup packs

February 21, 2011

Green Mountain Coffee Roasters Inc. and Dunkin’ Donuts have announced a promotion, manufacturing and distribution agreement that will make Dunkin’ Donuts…

KFC U.K. drops Finger Lickin’ Good tag

February 20, 2011

KFC U.K. has adopted the “So Good” marketing slogan. This decision comes almost a year  after KFC outlets in the U.S. began using the “So Good” tagline in lieu…

Chick-fil-A surpasses $3.5 billion in annual sales

February 20, 2011

Chick-fil-A announced today another year of consecutive sales growth.

Do Coke and Pepsi buy innovation instead of leading it?

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

Why do large international companies such as Pepsi and Coca-Cola buy innovation instead of leading the innovation? That is a multimillion dollar question!

Quiznos adds nine new menu items

February 16, 2011

In the midst of a major turnaround effort guided by recently appointed CEO Greg MacDonald, Quiznos has added nine new items to its menu.

Caribbean, Japanese flavors increase on restaurant menus

February 16, 2011

According to Mintel’s Global New Products Database (GNPD), lesser-known ethnic fare has experienced a robust product growth in the consumer marketplace. 

Subway releases 2010 tally: 2,147 new units

February 15, 2011

Subway released its 2010 development numbers, which included the opening of 2,147 new locations in 67 countries, seven Canadian provinces and all 50 U.S.

Dunkin’ Donuts ranks first in customer loyalty

February 15, 2011

Brand Keys Customer Loyalty Engagement Index, provider of proprietary brand equity and customer loyalty metrics, has recognized Dunkin’ Donuts as the No. …

KFC India launches cheaper Streetwise menu

February 14, 2011

Perhaps taking a nod from its American counterpart, KFC India plans to gear its new marketing and pricing strategy toward college students.

McDonald’s France testing table service

February 14, 2011

There may not be an extensive wine list or a “Garçon,” but some McDonald’s France customers have been getting special treatment. About 50 of the chain’s…

Whataburger celebrates Jalapeno Week

February 13, 2011

Whataburger is heating things up with its Jalapeno Week promotion. From now through Feb. 20, customers can add jalapenos to any burger, sandwich, taquito or…

Food fight: Iowa restaurant sues Subway over ‘footlong’ use

February 13, 2011

Most of us have had the “5-dollar footlong” jingle in our head at some point, but one Iowa establishment doesn’t think that gives Subway a complete monopoly on…

Popeyes heats up February

February 13, 2011

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, a division of AFC Enterprises Inc., is spicing up its menus with the introduction of new Red Hot Popcorn Chicken.

Corn at center of price increases

By Steve Coomes

Keep your customers out of the ER For dessert

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Does it seem to anyone else that almost out of nowhere, all of a sudden, people are expressing food allergies in amazing numbers? 

NAFEM show winds down, president's award given

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

February 11, 2011

The 2010 North American Foodservice Equipment Manufacturers Show wrapped up Saturday with the announcement of the 2011 NAFEM President's Award, given to The…

NAFEM kicks off in Orlando

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

February 10, 2011

The North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers Show kicked off in Orlando, Fla., Feb. 10 with more than 500 exhibiting companies showcasing the…

Long John Silver's rebranding effort kicks off

February 10, 2011

Just in time for Lent, the busiest time of the year for seafood consumption, Long John Silver's is imparting a new marketing message revolving around the…

NRA show will embrace innovation

February 10, 2011

The National Restaurant Association is seeking innovative food and beverage products that have made a significant impact on the industry, and will recognize…