Olive Garden menu overhaul off to solid start 03.21.2014 By Monica Watrous Darden's sales slipped in third quarter on severe weather and costs related to Red Lobster spinoff plan.Read More
Darden details post-split plan for Red Lobster 03.04.2014 By Monica Watrous Operator stands by strategic review following shareholder resistance and recommendations.Read More
Darden defends plan amid investor resistance 01.22.2014 By Monica Watrous Starboard Value and Barington Capital Group questioning the restaurant chain's decision to spin off Red Lobster.Read More
Darden’s plan misses mark, says shareholder group 01.13.2014 By Monica Watrous Barington Capital Group recommends separation of Olive Garden in addition to the announced spin-off or sale of Red Lobster.Read More
Infographic: Saving Olive Garden 12.23.2013 By Monica Watrous Some question Darden's decision to spare its Italian restaurant from a spinoff or sale.Read More
Darden casting off Red Lobster 12.19.2013 By Monica Watrous Seafood chain separation part of comprehensive plan to increase shareholder value and position in volatile casual dining market.Read More
Shareholder group offers plan to split up Darden 10.18.2013 By Jeff Gelski Barington Capital recommends the company divide into two publicly-traded restaurant companies and real estate investment trusts.Read More
Darden dealing with difficulties 09.23.2013 By Eric Schroeder Company to reduce workforce, hires new president to spur turnaround.Read More
Red Lobster tests express lunch 03.20.2013 By Staff Full- and quick-service restaurants strive to compete with rapidly growing fast-casual segment.Read More