health

This week’s 5 head-spinning moments: Research run amok

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 12, 2018

New reports make the case for expanding menu labeling to all restaurants and adopting a nationwide soda tax. It's enough to make you want to crave a $300 breakfast at Denny's.

UN Official: Bird Flu to Jump Atlantic in 12 Months

By Restaurant Business Staff on Mar. 09, 2006

Dr. David Nabarro, the UN's bird flu coordinator, speaking in a news briefing, said the disease is estimated to spread beyond the Atlantic in two stages. The...

Conference Board Urges Businesses to Create Bird Flu-Related Crisis Management, Continuity Plans

By Restaurant Business Staff on May 30, 2006

Companies failing to create detailed crisis management and business continuity plans are likely to find themselves at peril, warned the Conference Board.The...

Financing

Getting the most out of your dessert buy

By Restaurant Business Staff on Oct. 12, 2006

Despite America’s obsession with dieting, fat and calories, restaurant customers haven’t stopped ordering dessert.

NRA: Restaurant Operators Hit Strong Business Levels Last Year; Optimism Remains

By Restaurant Business Staff on Feb. 01, 2007

The Association's Restaurant Performance Index (RPI), a monthly composite index that tracks the health of and outlook for the U.S. restaurant industry, stood...

Queens Distributor Signs with Federated

By Restaurant Business Staff on May 30, 2007

Trooper Foods has 500 accounts and records $15 million in sales annually. It markets to daycare facilities, group homes, senior centers and health care...

Seven steps to lower health bills

By Restaurant Business Staff on Feb. 07, 2008

Money-saving ideas from the insurance pros.

Snapshot: Liquid Gold

By Restaurant Business Staff on Sep. 01, 2008

Olive oil, a staple in Mediterranean kitchens, is widely used by American chefs—sought after for its flavor and health benefits.

National Pork Board: Pork is Safe to Consume

By Restaurant Business Staff on Apr. 27, 2009

The Board posted on its Web site the following position from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC – www.cdc.org/swineflu):“Swine influenza...

Maine Lobster 101

By Restaurant Business Staff on Sep. 03, 2009

America loves Maine lobster, that claw-heavy creature with the snow-white flesh that seems made for melted butter. Tying on a bib and getting up close and personal with a whole boiled Maine lobster is the epitome of summer feasting for many.

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