SHERMAN OAKS Calif. The Red Mango frozen yogurt chain, based here, on Saturday is scheduled to unveil its newest flavor, which is designed to be unique to the brand. Called “Tangomonium,” the flavor is based on a “secret recipe” developed...
CANTON Mass. Dunkin’ Donuts said Tuesday it has introduced a new bakery item called the Cinnamon Twist for a limited time. The pastry, which consists of four, bite-sized cinnamon rolls stacked together, is drizzled with icing and served...
SAN DIEGO Jack in the Box Inc. said Monday it has added a tropical flavor to its line of Real Fruit Smoothies. Officials said the new Tropical Smoothie is made from a blend of banana and mango Minute Maid fruit juices and purees blended...
WINSTON-SALEM N.C. Krispy Kreme Doughnuts said Monday it has rolled out a line of mini doughnuts that are about half the size of its traditional treats. The 520-unit chain said the mini doughnuts are available at participating stores in...
SCOTTSDALE Ariz. Cold Stone Creamery said Friday it is extending the limited-time offer promotion of its ice cream cupcakes after they contributed to sales increases in February and March. The cupcakes, which feature cake and ice cream in a...
Many corporate chefs at chain restaurants, as well as those heading up fine-dining kitchens, say now—during a time of economic hardship—is the time to maintain or improve food quality, not decrease it.Given lower commodity prices and the need to...
After years of serving “bigger-is-better” meals, some shrinking thinking has worked its way into the minds of restaurant chefs. Claims like “burritos as big as your head” used to be marketing advantages, but now a growing number of restaurants...
As diners seek more ways to economize, a growing number are taking their leftovers home with them, giving operators a marketing opportunity that extends beyond their dining rooms.In a recent informal survey conducted through the NRN blog Food...
Restaurants can gain a competitive edge with a good bar, says cocktail historian David Wondrich, who adds that sales of spirits are still hot despite the struggling economy. Wondrich, who has developed cocktails for New York’s 5 Ninth and Fatty...
