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May 7, 2012
Commodity inflation improving in 2012; even better in 2013

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Rising commodity costs have been a huge problem for restaurant operators over the past two years, but this year will bring some easing of pressure and less volatility.

So predicts Maryanne Rose, chief executive of the Denver-based SpenDifference, a purchasing and supply chain advisory firm.

April 23, 2012
Chili's steak deals boost Brinker's 3Q sales
Brand is seeing success from its two-level steak initiative
March 15, 2012
Beef stars in new restaurant chain menu items
Beef 'O' Brady's, Applebee's, Dunkin' Donuts and Papa Murphy's new items
March 14, 2012
Ruth's Chris debuts $7 'Sizzle, Swizzle and Swirl Happy Hour'
Offer aims to turn "first-time guests into regulars"
March 12, 2012
Beef at the Bar
Downsizing the portions but not the big flavor, some operators are leveraging the selling power of beef.
March 5, 2012
Chains practice premium positioning
Chains are finding new ways to give customers exactly what they want.
February 9, 2012
How to combat rising chicken wing prices
East Coast Wings & Grill, Quaker Steak & Lube share purchasing strategies
January 19, 2012
Steak 'n Shake hopeful Signature will drive franchise growth
New York unit receives “tremendous” response in first week
January 5, 2012
Shaking things up
Promotion could be as big as Domino's "Pizza Turnaround"
January 3, 2012
Steak ‘n Shake freezes prices in 2012
Steak ’n Shake has decided to freeze its menu prices in 2012
December 12, 2011
Steak 'n Shake helps boost Biglari Holdings' 4Q earnings
Steak 'n Shake eyes franchising, new "Signature" unit opening
December 9, 2011
Update: S&A Reunion raises charity funds
The October Steak and Ale Reunion raised $30,842 for two charities
November 2, 2011
Outback rolls out holiday steak promo
Outback Steakhouse launched a new holiday steak promotion
October 26, 2011
Ruth’s 3Q net rises, company to focus on value
Ruth’s focuses on value through the promotion of fixed-price meals
October 19, 2011
Smith & Wollensky debuts new menu items
Smith & Wollensky has added new fall items including a Cracklin' Pork Shank
October 18, 2011
Steak and Ale reunion brings together industry vets
Steak and Ale was resurrected for two days for a reunion in Dallas
October 17, 2011
Taste Travelers™: Signature Appetizers that Excite Snackers

This is a special message from McCain Foods. Eager to attract the growing ranks of consumers who like snacks and smaller portions, restaurant operators are creating new snack, small plate and Happy Hour menus. From afternoon pick-me-ups to late-night treats, these new menus please palates and drive profits alike.

October 10, 2011
Chefs tinker with beef to find the secret of better burgers
Chefs are examining the virtues of fatty cuts of beef, like brisket and short ribs, to create a flavorful and juicy burger.
September 19, 2011
Equipment: How foodservice equipment helps to control costs
Equipment has the ability to ease challenges and protest profits
September 14, 2011
ShopHouse, new Chipotle concept, to debut
ShopHouse Southeast Asian Kitchen concept is opening in Washington, D.C. on Thursday
September 12, 2011
Food writing doesn’t have to mean food snobbery
NRN senior food editor Bret Thorn on food snobbery
September 1, 2011
Benihana launches dinner for two promo
Benihana introduced a filet mignon and hibachi chicken dinner for two
September 1, 2011
Gordon Biersch unveils 'Lighter Side' menu
Upscale casual chain's new menu items have fewer than 575 calories
August 19, 2011
Morton's: Ask and ye shall receive
Plane-side steak delivery from Morton's is a big PR win for the chain
August 15, 2011
Biglari Holdings reports flat 3Q earnings
Biglari Holdings, parent of Steak n Shake, said 3Q profit was flat as revenue inched up
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