Freeze frame
As the winter of 2010-11 finally (and blessedly) winds down, it might seem a bit early to be thinking about frozen desserts and “slushy” drinks. But summer is just a few short months away in the northern states and in full swing down south.
2012 new equipment
Every year, equipment manufacturers introduce new products designed to help operators work more efficiently and profitably. This year was no exception.
Following the money could have triggered a whiplash epidemic this week. Darden didn’t make enough of it, fueling speculation of management changes, while disgruntled restaurant buyers said they want a professional snoop to determine exactly where theirs went. A hefty round of fines underscores who was really behind last month’s fast-food wage protests, and employees in Michigan are learning what it’s like to have skin in the game.