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Time for restaurants to 'Get REAL'
REAL, which stands for Responsible Epicurean and Agricultural Leadership, uses a flexible points-based system similar to LEED to recognize restaurants that serve healthy, sustainable food.1 comment- Cherryh Butler -
MenuTrinfo founder wins entrepreneur award
Betsy Craig, founder and president of Fort Collins, Colo.-based MenuTrinfo, was named the 2013 Emerging Entrepreneur of Northern Colorado at the 14th annual Bravo Entrepreneur Awards program held … -
Has the pizza segment responded to demand for healthier options?
Launches during Q1 feature unique veggie toppings and 'health-halo' descriptors.- Alicia Kelso -
LaRosa's introducing lower-calorie menu
Starting April 1, LaRosa's Pizzeria will offer a healthier menu for its guests. The new "B Good 2 U" menu includes chicken, turkey and tuna hoagies, all served on a multigrain wheat bun. The B Good 2 … -
Pizza operators ask DC for menu labeling flexibility
Mandating menu boards for a segment that is dominated by delivery/carryout is one issue.4 comments- Alicia Kelso -
Food and Beverage Innovation award recipients named for 2013
The National Restaurant Association has announced the recipients of the FABI Awards, which recognizes food and beverage innovations that are expected to make a significant impact in the restaurant … -
Updated: NYC soda ban tossed by judge; city plans appeal
Opponents called proposal a "publicity stunt;" Mayor Bloomberg vows an appeal.2 comments -
Gluten-free requests reach new high
In January, about one-third of U.S. adults said they wanted to cut down on gluten or avoid gluten in their diet all together, marking the highest percentage making this claim since The NPD Group …3 comments -
NYC's soda ban will affect pizza parties, delivery orders
When the New York City soda ban goes into effect March 12, pizza consumers could feel the biggest brunt. According to New York Post, the ban covers common pizza delivery combos that include 20-ounce … -
SKINNYPIZZA setting up shop in Manhattan
SKINNYPIZZA is set to open in September in the World Financial Center in New York City. SKINNYPIZZA is a Long Island, N.Y.-based company that has developed a very thin and crispy pizza using no … -
Study: Lower-calorie menu items increase traffic and sales
Restaurants that serve more lower-calorie options perform better financially, according to a new study by Hudson Institute. Throughout the past five years, chains that increased the amount of lower … -
Nestlé issues statement about pizza 'poisoning' lawsuit
Nestlé USA, whose brands include DiGiorno, Stouffer's and California Pizza Kitchen frozen pizzas, has issued a statement in response to a lawsuit brought forth last week claiming its products … -
California Pizza Kitchen named in class action suit for 'deliberate poisoning'
A woman has filed a $5 million class action lawsuit against California Pizza Kitchen, as well as Nestle, Stouffer's and DiGiornos, claiming the brands are "deliberately poisoning their consumers" by …3 comments -
Sbarro introduces 'skinny' pizza, plans freestanding units
Sbarro has introduced a new, 270-calorie "Skinny Slice" offering. The trademarked Skinny Slice features roasted red and green bell peppers, Portobello mushrooms and caramelized onions, and is topped …- Alicia Kelso -
Restaurants surveyed for 2013 food trend predictions
Vegetables are expected to take on a starring role for a change.1 comment -
Consumers redefining 'healthy eating' at restaurants
As consumers become more health conscious, their perceptions of what is considered "healthy eating" at restaurants are changing. According to new research from Technomic, updated definitions of …1 comment -
Frozen pizza segment takes a hit as consumers return to restaurants
According to new research from IBISWorld, the frozen pizza production industry experienced solid revenue growth during the recession, but struggled in 2011 and 2012 as consumers returned to eating at …2 comments -
7-Eleven adds fresh food, aims at QSR segment
C-stores have been stepping up their foodservice offerings in recent years, increasing the competitive pressure on the quick-service segment in particular. And now 7-Eleven may be adding even more … -
Consumer research group names gluten-free as a top 2013 trend
The Values Institute at DGWB, a social science research group, has released its second annual forecast of health-related trends that consumers are expected to embrace in the New Year. They include: 1 … -
Experts predict 2013 restaurant trends
Expect mobile and human resources technology to grow significantly.- Alicia Kelso
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