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Cold-equipment specialist Manitowoc Co. to expand with $2.7B acquisition of Enodis 
Having Words With Nolan Bushnell Chief Executive, Uwink Inc 
Starbucks closures reflect troubled economy, but can provide opportunity for optimistic operators 
Free-food trend lures new, old guests, ups sales 
Wendy’s announces introduction of all-natural, preservative-free T. Marzetti salad dressings 
U.S. government’s negligence in underfunding the FDA costs industry the confidence of consumers 
Restaurants belly up to the bar 
On the Menu: Mistral 
What’s Hot In: Providence, R.I. 
Web-based programs take the pain out of shift scheduling 
Underground-dining scene undermines legit restaurants’ hold on dining-out dollars 
Report: McD disputes impression of faltering espresso test 
Fazoli’s said to be selling some Fla. units 
Buffets landlord proposes taking over Ryan’s restaurants 
Safeway vet picked to lead IHOP 
Hooters franchisor airs concerns about franchisee’s purchase 
Majority stake in Applebee's franchisee sold 
Trans-ition phase 
Operators find that where there’s smoke, there are fired-up customers year-round 
Dish of the Week: Kona kampachi ceviche 
Web-based programs take the pain out of shift scheduling 
Noble Roman’s to fight franchisees’ suit over dual-brand rollouts 
Slowing traffic drives chains to rev up cost-efficient delivery efforts 
Top feds urge private, public sectors to collaborate for safer food imports 
Jalapenos, avocados recalled in N.C. over salmonella fears 
Delaware North eyeing Centerplate? 
Wendy's, Arby's file update on merger 
Yum reveals what’s in the product pipeline 
Darden to settle wage suit for $700,000 
Cleveland MINI-Convotherm Oven 
Landry’s urges shareholders to take Fertitta’s $1.3B offer 
McD franchisee pleads guilty in illegal worker case 
FDA declares all tomatoes safe to eat 
Cosi posts improved comps in 2nd-Q 
Delaware North rethinks chicken choice because of costs 
Starbucks releases full list of store closures 
BK buys 72 stores from 32-year franchisee 
Residents may decide fate of meal tax for N.C. county 
McD robber a finalist in Big Mac contest 
NRN Featured Beverage: Very Roasted Grain Mix 
Savory sips: Barkeeps celebrate bold flavors in creative cocktails 
Hearing-impaired patron said to be suing McD 
Mich. passes new gift card rules 
Cheesecake Factory appoints CMO 
Bobby Flay debuts burger concept 
Bankrupt Sam Seltzer's shutters three stores 
Checkers grows franchising team 
Yum: Int'l results drive 2nd-Q profit jump 
NRN Featured Cocktail: Tokyo Mojito 
Cheesecake Factory celebrates 30th anniversary with deals 
Denny's comp sales drop 2.8% in 2nd-Q 
Raising Cane’s names Dover president, CMO 
Starbucks unveils new drinks 
Calif. passes trans fat ban to Schwarzenegger’s desk 
Strawberries star on Maggiano's summer LTOs 
On The Menu: Blackbird Dining Establishment 
Tough economy? Perfect time to upgrade ops, Applebee’s franchisee says 
Foodservice deserves its own hall of fame for its countless contributions to America’s rich history 
Melting Pot’s focus on staff training pays off, COO says 
Chipotle chooses to localize part of produce supply 
IFMA’s Forecast & Outlook Seminar to address challenges of down economy 
New York’s development ‘progress’ does a disservice to city’s restaurant pioneers 
Mitchell sets his sights on creating concepts 
QSR operators can recover from down economy by staying the course, remaining true to core values 
Under the Toque: Foster’s Grille fosters neighborhood feel 
Wall Street applauds brands’ candor about tough times 
Restaurants less keen on hiring teens in some regions hit hardest by higher costs 
CKE deflects critics as profit rises despite tough economy 
Melting Pot offers 'Girls Night Out' specials 
Jack in the Box serves up Cheesy Macaroni Bites 
Lewis to replace Bajeux at La Provence 
Friday's adds perks with new loyalty program 
Dave & Buster's files for IPO 
Another Calif. county looks to mandate menu labeling 
Strong Texas economy gives operators some relief 
Recent bankruptcy filings highlight lending woes 
Growing in a shrinking economy 
Bobo’s owner bets on consumers buying into green practices 
Guests get their say quickly and easily with electronic aids 
Technomic: Economic woes likely to carry over to 2009 
Fruit packs a punch 
Colgate-Palmolive rolls eco-friendly products 
Morning daypart accounts for bulk of traffic in Chinese market 
Having Words With Clay Conley Executive Chef Azul At The Mandarin Oriental, Miami 
Sanitation practices that let a worried COO sleep 
Chains tie in to movie blockbusters, but even a flop can help a brand 
KFC political T-shirt promo steers left and right, bypassing moderate voter-diners in both parties 
Salmonella found in Thai basil from Mexico 
Salsarita's taps new leader 
Patina hits the slopes in new partnership 
Benihana founder Rocky Aoki dies 
Steak n Shake interim president resigns 
DineEquity shares sink on Applebee's outlook 
Quiznos franchisees in Pa. sue chain for fraud 
Workers file harassment suit against Cheesecake Factory 
Keller to take Bouchon to Beverly Hills 
Meyer goes to bat with new sports division 
Yard House rewards workers with equity, benefits 
Checkers to try prototypes without double drive-thrus 
Salmonella investigators confirm jalapeno connection 
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