QSR visits grow in U.S., China, Britain

May 6, 2015

Visits to quick service restaurants, which represent the bulk of global foodservice traffic, were more a reflection of consumer sentiment than each country’s…

HotSchedules and Jobsabi release Apple Watch apps

May 6, 2015

HotSchedules, a global software-as-a-service provider for the restaurant, retail and hospitality industries, announced the launch of their applications for use…

Service union joining franchisees, activists in minimum wage fight

May 5, 2015

The Service Employees International Union is joining franchisees and activists together in the fight to raise minimum wage.

NRA releases Mother's Day dining stats

May 5, 2015

Mother's Day, the most popular holiday of the year for dining out, will bring nearly half of Americans to dine out, or order restaurant takeout or delivery, on…

LRS rolls out next-generation restaurant solutions

May 5, 2015

Long Range Systems has announced four updates to the company’s solution portfolio: the next generation Guest Pager, table location technology, waitlist…

Gas prices top highest of the year

by Nicole Troxell — Associate Editor, Networld Media Group

While gas prices continued to rise, cheese remained steady last week and wheat saw a significant drop.

Tillster teams up with PayPal for mobile payments

May 4, 2015

Tillster Inc., provider of digital ordering and engagement products and services for the restaurant industry, has announced an agreement with PayPal.

The Loop Pizza Grill expands in Jacksonville, Florida

May 4, 2015

The Loop Pizza Grill announced plans to open Loop Pizza Grills in communities south of Jacksonville.

Dunkin' Brands' Government Affairs VP joins NRA as VP of Government Affairs & Policy

May 4, 2015

Simpson will be a member of the association's executive leadership, reporting to President and CEO Dawn Sweeney.

EatStreet wins Entrepreneur of the Year award

May 4, 2015

EY has announced that EatStreet cofounders Matt Howard, Eric Martell, and Alex Wyler are finalists for the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2015 Award in the…

Revention, Syrus integration provides POS solution

May 4, 2015

Revention, provider of restaurant management solutions, announced its integration with Syrus Restaurant Information Services.

Website connects restaurant industry to online marketplace

May 4, 2015

Pace Public Relations announced its newest client, The Restaurant Zone, a tech-startup designed to help restaurant owners, operators and workers.

Villa Italian Kitchen expanding in the Midwest, South and West

May 1, 2015

After opening in the Pittsburgh International Airport in April, Villa Enterprises announced three additional openings for Villa Italian Kitchen.

NEC to host Google+ Hangout on FDA menu labeling regulations

May 1, 2015

NEC Display Solutions of America, provider of commercial LCD display and projector solutions, will host a Google+ Hangout on FDA menu labeling regulations.

Dole launches fruit purees for restaurant menus

May 1, 2015

Dole launched its Chef-Ready Fruit Purées for kitchen and bar menus.

Persona cofounder appointed to CEO

April 30, 2015

Glenn Cybulski will lead the brand's long-term growth strategy and oversee daily operations for the restaurant.

World Tea Expo to teach how to profit from tea on the menu

April 30, 2015

The expo will host tea tastings and sessions on how to profit from tea on the menu and at the bar.

NRA reports positive performance for restaurant industry

April 30, 2015

The National Restaurant Association’s Restaurant Performance Index remained positive in March as a result of higher same-store sales and optimistic outlook for…

Why Group Purchasing Organizations are good for manufacturers and members

by John Krebs — President, Axis Purchasing

By working through a GPO, the manufacture of food or supplies can "speak" directly to decision-makers in the purchasing arena, thus saving time, money and the…

Millennials blazing trends trail as franchisees

Millennials are crazy about fast casuals, healthy menu options and the independence restaurant technology affords, but are they a generation likely to be…