Del Taco to Offer Free Food Wednesdays Beginning May 8

As Del Taco rolls out changes to their restaurants the new Buck & Under and New Tastes menus continue to generate positive consumer buzz. The new menus made their system-wide debut with the overall brand relaunch on April 24. “Our…
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Smoothie King Announces 49 New Franchise Agreements

Leading Smoothie Concept’s Franchise Development Incentive Program Fuels Growth Smoothie King Franchises, Inc., the premier smoothie and nutritional lifestyle center, announced today it has signed 49 new franchise agreements since the start of January 2013, more than double the total…
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Long John Silver’s Names Marie Zhang Chief Food Innovation Officer

Marie Zhang, 20-year foodservice industry veteran, joins team of experts at Long John Silver’s Long John Silver’s http://www.longjohnsilvers.com, the world’s largest quick service seafood company, has named Marie Zhang as Chief Food Innovation Officer. Zhang will be responsible for menu…
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SONIC, America’s Drive-In, Strengthens Franchise Development Team

SONIC (NASDAQ: SONC) today announced the expansion of its franchise development team with two additions to its management team: Bob Franke, senior vice president of franchise sales and international development, and Thomas Kessler, senior director of franchise sales. The move…
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2013 James Beard Foundation Awards Winners Announced

Winners were announced Monday night, May 6, 2013, at the 2013 James Beard Foundation Awards, the nation’s most prestigious recognition program honoring professionals in the food and beverage industries. During a ceremony hosted by popular American actor Oliver Platt at…
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Why Aren’t There More Chinese Restaurant Chains?

In her book The Fortune Cookie Chronicles, Jennifer 8 Lee highlights the fact that there are more Chinese restaurants in the United States than McDonalds, Burger Kings, Wendy’s, Domino’s, and Pizza Huts put together. With 41,000 Chinese restaurants, one would…
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Small Independent Restaurant Brings Bitcoin to “Middle America”

American Sandwich Co. this week announced a new milestone for the all-digital currency Bitcoin by being the first restaurant in the nation to bring it to “Middle America.” Bitcoin, a decentralized digital currency, is a system of owning and voluntarily…
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Dickey’s Celebrates Grand Opening in Sandy

Dickey’s multi-unit owner John Thomson is eager to celebrate National Barbecue month with a grand opening celebration in Sandy on Friday, May 10 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Guests will enjoy mouthwatering Pulled Pork Big Barbecue sandwichesfor only one…
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McAlister’s Launches Sweepstakes For Trip To “The Big Apple”

Fast Casual Chain Brings Its Genuine Hospitality to 34th Annual Mississippi Picnic in Central Park McAlister’s Deli, a leading fast casual restaurant, announces its latest digital promotion that will bring one lucky winner and a guest to New York City…
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Restaurant Chain Growth Report 5/7/13

Growing Concepts Concepts that have grown by at least 5% (if less than 50 units). San Mateo, CA-based AMICI’S EAST COAST PIZZERIA (founded 1987) has increased by 1 unit, from 12 to 13 (8% growth).  This family/casual Italian and pizza…
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Olive Garden Opens in Oklahoma City

Olive Garden opened at 6330 S.W. 3rd St. in Oklahoma City, Okla. on Monday, April 29 at 11 a.m. – creating 190 new jobs. The Olive Garden in Oklahoma City is the newest Olive Garden in the family of more…
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Olive Garden Opens in Myrtle Beach

Olive Garden opened at 73 Rodeo Dr. in Myrtle Beach, S.C. on Monday, April 29 at 11 a.m. – creating 160 new jobs. The Olive Garden in Myrtle Beach is the newest Olive Garden in the family of more than…
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Restaurant Menu Ideas: 14 Creative Plate Presentations

by Aaron Allen One of the perks of my profession is getting to experience first-hand some of the best restaurants in the world.  Each year I visit 300+ restaurants and gain insights while on culinary explorations ranging from street carts…
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80 Million Americans to Have Restaurant Meals This Mother’s Day

New research from the National Restaurant Association (NRA) shows that more than one-quarter of American adults will celebrate Mother’s Day by dining out, and nearly one in 10 will rely on restaurant takeout or delivery for their special Mother’s Day…
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Twin Peaks Names Patrick Droesch as President and Chief Operating Officer

Twin Peaks has appointed 25-year restaurant operations veteran Patrick Droesch as its new President and Chief Operating Officer. An industry veteran with expertise in franchise operations, strategy and brand development, Droesch will oversee the company’s rapid growth and development. His…
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Fresh Flavors of Summer, Starting at $9.99, Now in Season at Applebee’s

New Lunch Combos, Starting at $6.99: Choose From More Than 20 Classic and Signature Options Applebee’s restaurants are celebrating summer’s longer days and warmer weather with new Fresh Flavors of Summer, featuring the latest in Applebee’s culinary obsessions – the…
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