Consumers say that many chains are missing the mark when offering healthy options on their menus, as revealed in a recent white paper using data from Technomic's Consumer Brand Metrics program. The white paper, titled "Better-for-You Chains: Consumer Ratings of Restaurants' Healthy Offerings," shows a majority of consumers say it's important for restaurants—even quick-service concepts—to ensure […]

The Women’s Foodservice Forum (WFF) announced that Laurie Burns, Chair of the Board of Directors, will lead the strategic direction and guide the overall operations of the organization in light of the recent passing of president & CEO, Fritzi Woods, on September 18. Burns, a long-time member of the WFF, joined the Board of Directors […]

Maggiano’s is the nation’s favorite casual-dining restaurant chain, according to a recent study by Market Force Information, a worldwide leader in customer intelligence solutions. Specializing in family-style Italian cuisine, the restaurant chain just edged out Pappadeaux, which ranked second, followed by Cheesecake Factory, Bonefish Grill, and P.F. Chang’s. The study of more than 7,000 consumers […]

Bahama Breeze Island Grille, the casual dining restaurant that gives guests the feeling of an island escape, announced that it is rolling out a new line of Rice Bowls. The new Rice Bowls feature fresh island flavors ranging from savory to sweet to spicy, are available on both the lunch and dinner menu, and can […]

Bahama Breeze Island Grille, the casual dining restaurant that gives guests the feeling of an island escape, is inviting guests to step inside, warm up, and celebrate the arrival of the new “Late Night Happy Hour” at its 33 locations across the country. Beginning this month, the restaurant is offering half-price appetizers Sunday through Thursday, […]

Darden Restaurants Inc. will host its Fiscal 2012 Second Quarter conference call next Friday, December 16, at 8:30 a.m. EST .  The conference call will be broadcast live over the Internet. Clarence Otis, chairman & CEO, and other senior management will cover subjects including forward-looking information, such as the outlook for the current month or […]

Leading restaurants are expanding the protein selection on their menus by offering more pork dishes, according to foodservice consultants Technomic. With a 7 percent increase in menu mentions over the past year, pork is now being showcased in appetizers, entrees, and sides. This protein suits the trend of using rustic, natural ingredients, from Chipotle’s use […]

Darden Restaurants Inc. will host its fiscal 2012 first quarter conference call on Wednesday, September 28, 2011, at 8:30 a.m. EST.   The conference call will be broadcast live over the Internet. Clarence Otis, chairman & CEO, and other senior management invite people to listen to a discussion of first quarter results. The subjects to be covered may […]