Restaurant Industry Down in California but Opportunities Abound for Entrepreneurs!

but some are finding windows of opportunity in the economic collapse video by Jack D Deal Business Development ...more

Quality on the Line: The Fallout from Toyota's Recall

More than any other auto manufacturer, Japan's Toyota has built its name on quality. Now, the identity of the world's largest car maker is in question as it recalls millions of vehicles because they may suddenly accelerate, putting the lives of drivers and their passengers at risk. ...more

10 Common Problems with Perfect Staff: Be Careful - By Ken Burgin

Do you employ Mr or Ms Perfect? - They smile a lot, they cover extra shifts, know how to fix the fryer, how the boss likes his coffee and can cheer up cranky guests like magic. ...more

Tim Hortons Inc. Announces 2009 Fourth Quarter and Year-End Results; Continued Sales Momentum in the Fourth Quarter Contributes to Achievement of Annual Operating Income Target

Strong fourth quarter sales performance in both Canada and the United States, with a 3.4% same-store sales increase in Canada and 2.1% growth in the U.S. ...more

Tim Hortons Inc. Increases Dividend by 30% and Declares a Cdn$0.13 Per Share Dividend

Tim Hortons Inc. (TSX: THI, NYSE: THI) today announced the Board of Directors has approved a higher long-term targeted annual dividend payout range of 30% to 35% of prior year, normalized annual net earnings. ...more

Carrols Restaurant Group, Inc. Reports Financial Results for the Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2009

Comparable restaurant sales (on a comparable 13 week basis) increased 0.3% at Pollo Tropical®, decreased 4.5% at Taco Cabana® and decreased 3.0% at Burger King®; ...more

McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2009 Financial Results

Revenues decreased 9.7% to $89.2 million from $98.8 million - Comparable restaurant sales decreased 12.9% ...more

The PSNE Group Launches Culinary Specialty Site, ChefShoes.com

Niche footwear retailer offers quality comfort shoes specially designed for culinary professionals. ...more

Caribou Coffee Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2009 Results

Net sales increased 12.4% compared to the fourth quarter of 2008. On a comparative 13-week basis, net sales increased 4.8% compared to the fourth quarter of 2008. ...more

Carousel Bar Mixologist Named Culinary Connoisseur

Marvin Allen, Master Mixologist at the Hotel Monteleone’s famous Carousel Bar, has been honored as a Culinary Connoisseur by New Orleans City Business. ...more