Experience Innovation - The Next Generation - By Rob Rush
Oh no, not another article on innovation, your brain is screaming from every synapse. Please don't subject me to another rapturous ode to Southwest Airlines, Ritz Carlton or - gasp - Disney. ...more

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Technomic Finds That Consumers Want More Sandwich Variety
New research from foodservice consultants Technomic found that though preferences for traditional sandwiches remain strong, consumers are looking for greater variety in sandwich ingredients available from limited- and full-service restaurants. A survey of more than 1,500 consumers revealed that over one third (39 percent) of those eating at LSRs and 51 percent at FSRs were not fully satisfied with available sandwich options, wanting new and unique ingredient offerings, flavors and combinations. ...more

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Denny's Elects Two New Members to Board of Directors
Denny's Corporation (NASDAQ: DENN) announced Louis P. Neeb, chairman of the board of directors, Mexican Restaurants, Inc., and Donald C. Robinson, president of Baha Mar Resorts, Ltd., were elected to the company's nine-member board at the annual shareholders' meeting held today in Spartanburg, S.C. ...more

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Starbucks Acquires Assets and Development Rights for its Quebec and Atlantic Canada Operations
Starbucks Coffee Canada, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ:SBUX) today announced it has reached an agreement to acquire substantially all of the assets, including development and operating rights from Coffee Vision, Inc. ('CVI') and Coffee Vision Atlantic, Inc. ('CVAI'), its licensee in Quebec and Atlantic Canada. ...more

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Organic Alliance Moves Forward on Business Plan
Company in discussions to become the source of organic avocados for a large Mexican restaurant operator ...more

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Consolidated Restaurant Operations Opens First Cantina Laredo and El Chico Restaurants in United Arab Emirates
Consolidated Restaurant Operations, Inc. (CRO) announced today the openings of the first Cantina Laredo and El Chico restaurants in United Arab Emirates. El Chico opened at Jumeirah Beach Residence in Dubai, the world's largest single-phase mixed use development with 25,000 residents in 40 towers along the prestigious Dubai Marina. Cantina Laredo opened at Khalidiyah Mall in Abu Dhabi, the capital of UAE. ...more

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National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show Momentum Remains Strong
2008 Show exhibit space 'sold out' for third consecutive year, inaugural International Wine, Spirits & Beer Event is off to strong start ...more

Ruth's Chris Steak House, Inc. Changes Corporate Name to Ruth's Hospitality Group, Inc.
Ruth's Chris Steak House, Inc., (Nasdaq: RUTH) today announced that it will change its corporate name to Ruth's Hospitality Group, Inc. The Company's new corporate name, which was approved at its annual shareholder meeting today and will take effect on May 28th, is intended to reflect the expanded focus of its business within the upscale dining sector following the acquisition of 19 Mitchell's/Columbus Fish Markets and three Mitchell's/Cameron's branded steakhouses. ...more

Farm Sanctuary Releases Statement Regarding USDA Closure of Loophole to Protect Downed Cattle
Organization Urges Passage of Federal Legislation that Would Protect Pigs, Goats and other Livestock ...more

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