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August 22, 2011
Operator makes smooth transition to better-burger concept
Restaurant vet Lindsey Crowley made the transition from fine casual to fast casual and found it just as rewarding.
August 8, 2011
GP Investments buys Fogo de Chão
GP Investments Ltd. has acquired full ownership of Fogo de Chão
June 12, 2011
Roark Capital purchases Corner Bakery, Il Fornaio
Speaking exclusively with NRN, co. discusses deal, franchise push
May 21, 2011
Operators focus on financing as NRA Show kicks off
Restaurant Executive Breakfast panel on private-equity options
April 18, 2011
Industry questions scope, rollout period for FDA’s proposed regulations
While many in the foodservice community have long supported the implementation of federal menu-labeling standards, the proposed regulations issued earlier this month by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration already are drawing criticism from industry members.

March 28, 2011
BK’s Chidsey to resign in April
Co-chairman had served as CEO before buyout by 3G Capital
February 21, 2011
With commodity costs on the rise, chains grapple with options to offset expenses
The restaurant industry is already dealing with increased costs. Favorable commodities prices — the lone blessing of the recent recession — are quickly disappearing as the U.S. economy slowly emerges from its three-year slump. And according to commodities experts, multiple market factors will continue driving prices for corn, beef, pork, grains and dairy upward well into 2011 and possibly beyond.

January 21, 2011
NRN 50: Serve with care
Turn action into money with notable hospitality that enhances the menu and the brand image
January 10, 2011
A taste of what’s to come in policy

This story is part of NRN's "2011 Forecast & Trends" special report.

While many in the foodservice industry applauded the changing of the guard in Congress and state houses across the nation in the midterm elections, Washington insiders are cautioning restaurateurs not to assume that 2011 will necessarily shape up to be a much more business-friendly year.


January 4, 2011
Louisiana restaurant group names new CEO
Stan Harris succeeds longtime leader Jim Funk
November 22, 2010
Operators hopeful election results will yield more business-friendly environment
As Republican and Democratic leaders retrench in the wake of the game-changing 2010 mid-term elections, members of the restaurant industry are concerned about the long-term impact the contentious race will have on their already stressed businesses.
November 19, 2010
Restaurants using Facebook to drive online orders
More operators also adding "Like" icons to individual menu items
November 3, 2010
What the election results mean for restaurateurs
Experts: Political upheaval may not bring industry-friendly policies
October 25, 2010
Burger King overhauls leadership team
New executives appointed following acquisition by 3G
October 19, 2010
3G completes Burger King acquisition
Deal valued at $4 billion
October 17, 2010
Having Words with Joe Kefauver
As managing partner and principal of Parquet Public Affairs in Orlando, Fla., Joe Kefauver's continuing involvement with restaurant companies and trade associations keeps him focused on the rapidly shifting political scene.

September 9, 2010
3G names new CEO for Burger King
Bernardo Hees will take the reins after acquisition closes
September 6, 2010
Eric Ersher, founder and managing partner, Zoup!

Zoup!, a 24-unit fast-casual chain based in Detroit and specializing in soup, offers a dozen soups daily from a rotating roster of more than a hundred, as well as sandwiches and salads. That gives the chain a reason to communicate with its customers every day. And it does, sending out 17,000 e-mails to promote the day’s offerings, along with a link for customers to order online.


September 2, 2010
3G Capital acquires Burger King for $4B
Burger King Holdings Inc. agreed to be acquired by private-equity firm 3G Capital.
September 2, 2010
Tips on hiring great food truck employees
Kenny Lao, managing partner of Rickshaw Dumpling Bar, talks about what kind of people drive the trucks and sell the dumplings
August 18, 2010
Yeah! Burger maximizes operations with energy-efficient tools
Powered by a streamlined, energy-efficient kitchen with fine-dining touches, Yeah! Burger in Atlanta is shaping up as a potential growth vehicle in the fast-casual restaurant segment.
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.

May 31, 2010
Executive Chat: Mike Repole, managing partner, Energy Kitchen

Mike Repole is jazzed about the
future of Energy Kitchen.


The former president and co-founder of Glaceau Vitamin Water is spearheading the growth of the 10-unit, fast-casual concept, intending to turn it into a national chain within the next decade.


Repole, who sold Vitamin Water to The Coca-Cola Co. in 2007, said the time is right for consumers to embrace food that tastes good and is good for them, too. He currently has area development deals in play in Boston, Miami, New Jersey and Washington, D.C.


April 28, 2010
Experts pick the best spirits for cocktails
NEW YORK A group of judges selected from the cocktail world gathered recently in New...
April 21, 2010
Restaurants making strides with green efforts
Restaurants continue to further their efforts to incorporate eco-friendly practices into their business.
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