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February 17, 2011
Top 3 hot topics at IFA show
IFA addresses access to capital, health care, social media
February 16, 2011
More franchisors step into banking
At IFA show, experts discuss how to help franchise owners secure capital
October 18, 2010
Federal Jobs Act aims to free up funds for small businesses


Restaurateur Juan Ramirez was scrambling for an answer within minutes of the Small Business Jobs Act being signed into law. Could the package of tax write-offs and lending incentives be the break he so desperately needed?


“I have two small restaurants, and I don’t know how I will be able to stay open if I don’t get some help,” the New York City restaurateur wrote in an e-mail to one potential information source. “Please let me know how and what I need to do to get a loan.”


September 6, 2010
Companies anticipate huge costs as health insurance reform takes effect

By White Castle’s estimates, health care reform will erode at least 55 percent of its net income when it goes into effect in 2014. And at Brinker International, officials have put the cost of health care reform to the company at $60 million in some news reports.


July 26, 2010
Growth Chains: Nanoosh
David Kostman didn’t waste any time crying in his beer after Lehman Brothers, the investment-banking firm where he was a managing partner, went belly-up in 2008. Instead, he turned his attention to making authentic hummus.

July 19, 2010
Daphne's Greek Cafe to be sold
The company said it will emerge from bankruptcy through a sale to a holding company formed by banking firm Trefethen Advisors LLC.
July 12, 2010
Head-turning salads
Salad concepts’ inexpensive operations, their image of healthfulness and the ability to let patrons customize their meals all make the segment ripe for growth.
 Other chains are banking on increased interest in main-course salads as well.
June 18, 2010
A look at Canada's largest restaurant chains
The largest 200 Canadian restaurant chains grew sales by 1 percent to $23.9 billion Canadian dollars last year.
December 7, 2009
Franchisees see more sales, growth in 2010
ATLANTA A recent survey of casual-dining and quick-service franchisees indicates they are optimistic about...
December 6, 2009
Having words with John B. Coleman Chairman, The Jockey Club LLC
John B. Coleman left a good post-college job at an investment-banking firm in Boston, packed...
November 3, 2009
Kyotofu - New York
Location: 705 Ninth AvenueWebsite: www.kyotofu-nyc.comCuisine: modern Japanese dessertsOwners: Michael Berl, Nicole BermensoloChef: Michelle ParkCheck...
October 4, 2009
No free rides
When Granite City Food & Brewery last month unveiled its restructured balance sheet, it was...
October 4, 2009
Philadelphia Del Frisco’s unit blends modern, historic touches
When Del Frisco’s Double-Eagle Steakhouse set out to expand from its original Dallas location, officials...
September 6, 2009
When communities are in need, restaurants lend a helping hand
At a time when major national businesses like banking and the auto industry have sought...
July 19, 2009
For capital-thirsty businesses, financing begins to trickle
Eager investors helped a handful of restaurant companies tap the equity and bond markets in...
June 7, 2009
In tough times, businesses should bank on lender relations
Access to capital, the lifeblood of the restaurant industry, still is tight even as signs...
April 12, 2009
Bold operators can still find funds in the new financing game
The days of easy money may be over, but funds are still available for operators...
April 5, 2009
Operators bank on plan to ease credit crunch
The third time may be the charm for restaurant owner Charlie Green....
March 28, 2009
Sbarro amends credit facilities
MELVILLE N.Y. Sbarro Inc., the parent to more than 1,075 Italian quick-service restaurants, has amended...
January 25, 2009
Speed up service with touch screens
Time is money, so the adage goes. That’s especially true when a slow-moving line at...
January 11, 2009
Quality operators win out in lean lending market
The rules of the lending game may have changed dramatically, but operators still can find...
January 4, 2009
Lenders offer tips for finding financing
LAS VEGAS Leading restaurant industry lenders GE Capital, Irwin Franchise Capital, Wells Fargo Foothill and...
November 16, 2008
Los Angeles sees influx of new restaurants despite tough economy
With financial backing harder to come by in today’s tough economy, restaurant deal makers here...
November 2, 2008
Long casual-dining slump prompts Hail Mary tactics
In the three-plus years since casual-dining guest traffic started to decline, operators have tightened their...
October 26, 2008
Well-capitalized chains reap benefits of favorable leases, prime real estate
Deflation in commercial-lease rates and a swelling inventory of vacant retail properties are allowing many...
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