Red Lobster

Darden shareholder sues board, citing CNBC.com report

Sep. 23, 2014

An institutional investor that had been on the sidelines in the struggle between Darden and Starboard Value says in a newly filed lawsuit that Red Lobster was dumped at a fire-sale price. The assertion could help Starboard seize control of Darden.

Darden loses control

Oct. 10, 2014

Starboard Value succeeded in sweeping out the Olive Garden parent’s whole board, signaling dramatic strategic redirections for one of casual dining’s biggest players.

Consumer Trends

The state of fine dining

By Scott Hume on Oct. 15, 2014

The recession nearly led to the category's demise, but concepts that evolved survived—and even thrived.

New owner overhauls Red Lobster menu

Nov. 03, 2014

The emphasis is on seafood, and lobster in particular.

Smith & Wollensky: A more upbeat downstairs

By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 13, 2015

Wollensky’s Grill is a relaxed gastropub-style spot occupying what was formerly Smith & Wollensky's lower-level, formal-dining and private rooms.

Weather could hinder restaurant business on Valentine’s Day

Feb. 13, 2015

With frigid temperatures, restaurants in New England are wondering how much of a business boon a rare Saturday Valentine’s Day will prove to be.

Denny’s John Miller, Focus’ Kat Cole win Silver Plates

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 04, 2015

Michael C. Gibbons took the top honor among independent-restaurant operators.

5 lessons from the big chill

By Patricia Cobe on Mar. 12, 2015

January and February may have been the winter of restaurant’s discontent, but the challenge of luring customers fostered some traffic-building ideas that could boost business at any time of year.

Beverage

Less is more

By Thomas Henry Strenk on Apr. 16, 2015

When it comes to wine lists, bigger is not always better.

Technology

10 tech takeaways from the NRA Show

By Sara Rush Wirth on May 21, 2015

Attendees learned how technology is changing the restaurant business in ways both subtle and profound.

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