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December 7, 2011
Fast-casual Frita Batidos eyes growth
Ann Arbor, Mich.-based Cuban eatery hits major consumer trends
November 7, 2011
Corn-based ethanol subsidies push prices skyward
Operators voice concerns over federal tax credit for corn-based ethanol producers
November 7, 2011
Local beverages tap regional pride
Craft beers and liquors produced near establishments attract customers
September 13, 2011
Culinary Institute creates industry leadership division
The CIA has created a new leadership division
September 13, 2011
Taste Travelers™: Small Plate Options with Global Flavor Excitement

This is a special message from McCain Foods. Appetizers, starters, small plates and snacks are creating some of the biggest news in restaurants today. The idea of stretching the menu with varied, shareable items has evolved from a novelty to a full-fledged trend that is making dining more fun for customers and building business for operators

September 12, 2011
Battle of the beef
Dallas-Fort Worth's robust economy and diverse customer base has burger purveyors duking it out
September 12, 2011
Strength in the storm
NRN executive editor Robin Lee Allen shares insights on the Sept. 12, 2011, issue of Nation's Restaurant News.
September 9, 2011
China: A look at strategies from McDonald's, Yum! Brands
Expansion in the Asian nation is a two-company race
September 5, 2011
A tale of one family’s evolving casual-dining spending habits
NRN managing editor Alan J. Liddle shares four non-recession-based reasons why his family is eating at casual-dining restaurants less often.
September 1, 2011
Consumer Picks: Methodology
Learn how WD Partners organized and tabulated the results of to determine consumers' top restaurant picks
September 1, 2011
Consumer Picks: Report shows what guests really think

Consumer Picks is a guest-preference survey providing insight into how customers rate 139 restaurant chains on nine major attributes.

The survey is intended to help point brands in the right direction when it comes to satisfying guests.

To our knowledge, this is the only study of its type that is provided at no charge to the industry.

August 26, 2011
Firehouse Subs boosts morale with rallies
Chain seeks to engage employees around the country
August 19, 2011
NRN Weekly Wrap: Top 10 stories
Perceived healthfulness of restaurant chains and big executive changes made news
August 16, 2011
McDonald's McCafé: An evolution
From upgraded coffee items to fruit smoothies, a look at McDonald's McCafe line
August 11, 2011
Burger King 2Q net falls 12.7%
Drop prompts discussion on major menu changes
August 8, 2011
McD posts positive July sales trends
U.S. units book 4.4% same-store sales increase
August 7, 2011
NRN-MillerPulse surveys show traffic gains, low guest confidence
NRN partners with RBC Capital Markets analyst Larry Miller to poll operators on the state of the industry and consumers on confidence and spending expectations.
July 25, 2011
Room to grow
Major European markets showed some early signs of improvement this year, buoying optimism about the potential for U.S. brands abroad.
July 20, 2011
Analyst: McD franchisees upbeat on sales
The chain could have its best sales month in years
July 5, 2011
Going beyond the cupcake
From mini tarts to healthful donuts, pastry concepts look for the next trend
July 5, 2011
Wendy’s separation from Arby’s official
New name, new logo and global aspirations for The Wendy's Company
June 28, 2011
Caribou Coffee eyes Atlanta for growth
Caribou identified Atlanta as one of the first major markets for expansion
June 27, 2011
Back to basics
Profile of restaurateur Bill Shumate
June 27, 2011
Chains aim for summer sales with frozen drinks and treats
Restaurant chains are taking advantage of warmer temperatures to offer sales-building, ice-cold drinks.
June 14, 2011
Panera debuts $40M TV campaign
Panera Bread is investing $40 million in its first major television campaign
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