Restaurant Industry News Archive for 2010

97% of Dunkin’ Donuts franchise owners responding to a recent survey say they have not raised the prices of 16 ounce bags of Dunkin’ Donuts coffee even though the cost for coffee beans has reached a 13 year high.

Togo’s Eateries, Inc., a West Coast Original serving delicious handcrafted sandwiches, with 242 franchised locations across the western United States, announces today plans for a system-wide brand refresh and growth strategy.

Originally working for Restaurants & Institutions magazine, Chapman subsequently spent 13 years at Chain Leader magazine, most recently as the Editor-in-Chief. At Technomic, she will develop new, specialized market intelligence reports and industry conferences.

Update from Restaurantchains.net on growing and emerging restaurant concepts

Seasons 52 fresh grill and wine bar has announced its next site for expansion at the Shops at Legacy in Plano.

Consumer spending at restaurants failed to pick up this summer, despite relative consumer optimism in the late spring. Kurt Salmon's most recent consumer confidence analysis suggests a continued slide into the fall.

The Specialty Coffee Association of America (SCAA) and Speciality Coffee Association of Europe (SCAE) announce the formation of World Coffee Events (WCE), a nonprofit joint venture that will develop and manage competitive events on behalf of both organizations.

Cienega Restaurant opens its doors in New Rochelle, NY.

The Gab Group will deliver a multi-level media strategy campaign designed to increase public awareness of acclaimed South Florida Restaurateur Burt Rapoport's newest dining venture, Deck 84, a 15,000 square foot Casual American waterfront dining concept slated to open November 2010 on Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach.

New Menu Includes SIMPLE & FIT Items Under 600 Calories -- Including All Kids Items -- and Provides Tips to Meet Nutrition Needs