Commentary: Restaurants need to embrace a health and wellness strategy

From Burger King's barbell breakfast menu to McDonald's apple slices and sodium reduction commitment, chains are wise to embrace a health and wellness strategy.

California legislator tries to limit food truck presence near schools

February 20, 2012

California Assemblyman Bill Monning (D-Carmel) has proposed a state law to ban food trucks from selling food within 500 yards of a school campus. The proposal…

2012 Top 10 food trends include "heirloom foods"

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

Look for more restaurant concepts to embrace Neapolitan pizza, burgers topped with an egg, and Nordic cuisine.

Teriyaki Experience announces plans for Atlanta airport location

February 15, 2012

Teriyaki Experience, a Japanese quick-service chain, has announced a partnership with Global Concessions Inc. of Atlanta that will see the development of a…

Lion's Choice introduces Healthy Kids menu

February 14, 2012

Lion's Choice, a regional quick-service chain based in Des Peres, Mo., has introduced a new "Healthy Kids" meal menu.

Report: Soups and salads appearing more on menus

February 13, 2012

Away-from-home soup and salad purchases are on the rise, as consumers seek light, healthy and affordable fare, according to new research from Technomic.

Edible Arrangements expands into 15 countries

February 10, 2012

Edible Arrangements continued its expansion in 2011 with the opening of 86 new stores. Ten locations are international stores, which includes the opening of…

NRA's Kids LiveWell healthy eating initiative triples membership

February 10, 2012

The number of restaurant companies participating in the National Restaurant Association/Healthy Dining's Kids LiveWell program has tripled since its launch in…

The top five food trends according to a culinarian

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

During Wendy’s Investor Day, the chain’s product chief outlined what he is seeing from consumers.

Get 'in' on the biggest trend In foodservice

by Nate DaPore — President and CEO, PeopleMatter

Healthy, affordable dining — for kids.

NRA: Consumers want local sourcing and healthy menu choices

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The association's 2012 Restaurant Industry Forecast predicts modest sales and employment growth.

Dunkin' Donuts, Baskin-Robbins raise $102K for Feeding America

February 1, 2012

The Dunkin' Donuts & Baskin-Robbins Community Foundation (DDBRCF) announced a grant of $102,000 to Feeding America, a domestic hunger-relief organization.

As serious as a heart attack

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

It's a good idea to designate a senior member of the waitstaff or a manager to be the point person when dealing with diners with allergy concerns.

The top 10 (unmentioned) food industry trends

by Suzy Badaracco — President, Culinary Tides Inc

Adventure in food and flavor is back, comfort food is out.

Mississippi partners with Healthy Dining to launch nutrition program

January 31, 2012

The Mississippi Hospitality & Restaurant Association (MHRA) has unveiled an initiative called "Eat Healthy Mississippi" that aims to curb the state's…

AllergyEats warns consumers to be mindful of QSR menu changes

January 31, 2012

There have been numerous comprehensive menu changes in the quick-service segment recently, as chains jockey for position in an increasingly crowded…

Auntie Anne's tests whole wheat pretzels

January 27, 2012

Earlier this month, Auntie Anne's began testing new whole grain pretzel products in select markets across the U.S. as part of its mission to appeal to guests…

EVOS readies for future growth

January 26, 2012

EVOS has announced plans for its new corporate expansion through continued guidance from its newly appointed board of advisors, chaired by restaurant industry…

Top 5 2012 food innovation product predictions

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

Coconut is the leading hot flavor in the restaurant industry from the fine dining level to the QSR coconut shrimp level.

How Subway created the top brand buzz

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Differentiation is the key to generating — and maintaining — positive consumer perception.