Restaurant Industry Outlook Softened in May as Restaurant Performance Index Fell Below 100
7/1/2010 7:40:06 AM
Restaurant operators remain optimistic about sales growth and the economy in the months ahead, though same-store sales and traffic levels softened in May WASHINGTON, June 30 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — The outlook for the restaurant industry softened in May, as the National Restaurant Association’s comprehensive index of restaurant activity fell below 100 for the first time in three months. [...] more...
One Tasty Summer: Fancy Food Show Offers Tasty, Unconventional Treats
7/1/2010 7:36:26 AM
It’s summer, and that means sun, fun and good eats. But if you’ve got a hankering for more than just hot dogs and barbecue, we’ve got a treat for you. Take your palate from blah to wow with some of the sumptuous treats that were showcased at the Summer Fancy Food Show. Organized by the National Association [...] more...
USDA Demystifies Local Food Chain Supply
6/25/2010 10:45:48 AM
Local food is a hot trend that customers continue to demand from all restaurant segments. But until recently, the movement was so small and compartmentalized, that it was hard for some chains to find purveyors that could adequately meet their foodsupply needs.
Now the USDA has issued a report on the logistics of moving local foods from farms to consumers, which could help restaurants and foodservice companies understand the dynamics of farmers that participate in local food supply chains, versus mainstream chains. more...
A Yen for Yogurt
6/22/2010 2:39:25 PM
Kelly Thompson admits that she is a frozen yogurt fanatic. “We probably come here three times a week,” said Thompson, as she and her daughter Maddie enjoyed the cool treat at the Top It Frozen Yogurt store in Holladay. On this visit, Thompson chose creamy vanilla yogurt covered with chocolate sauce and nuts. Her daughter [...] more...
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