Health matters on menus 09.23.2014 By Monica Watrous Seafood and sandwich chains fare the best among consumers looking for lighter options, according to Technomic.Read More
The scoop on Baskin-Robbins’ return to growth 09.22.2014 By Monica Watrous Ice cream chain celebrating recovery from frozen yogurt craze.Read More
Dunkin’ brewing up big innovation 09.19.2014 By Monica Watrous Testing is under way for new products and platforms designed to protect morning traffic and strengthen afternoon business.Read More
Cracker Barrel cooking up growth 09.18.2014 By Monica Watrous Casual dining chain outlines four initiatives for coming year.Read More
Papa Murphy’s and Udi’s announce partnership 09.18.2014 By Max Sosland Take n' bake pizza franchise to offer 12-inch gluten-free pizzas.Read More
Dunkin’ commits to sustainable palm oil 09.16.2014 By Eric Schroeder Plans call for 100% sourcing by 2016.Read More
Alternatives moving onto mainstream menus 09.16.2014 By Monica Watrous Several national restaurant chains recently added dairy- and gluten-free items.Read More
Slideshow: New products from Häagen-Dazs, Pillsbury, Dunkin’ Donuts 09.15.2014 By Maggie Young Häagen-Dazs gelato bars, Pillsbury Cinnabon-inspired cinnamon rolls, and Dunkin' Donuts almond milk non-dairy alternative hit the market.Read More
Is menu overload the problem at Olive Garden? 09.15.2014 By Monica Watrous Parent Darden defended its transformational plans for the Italian chain in response to activist investor's complaints.Read More
Olive Garden drags down Darden 09.12.2014 By Monica Watrous Same-store sales at the chain declined in the first quarter, despite large-scale improvement efforts for the business.Read More