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Operations

How transparent should menus be? CSPI sues Jamba Juice to find out

 By Peter Romeo on Aug. 24, 2018

The watchdog group has filed a class action against the chain, alleging it doesn’t disclose enough about what’s in its smoothies.

Workforce

What’s at stake with association health plans for staff?

 By Peter Romeo on Jul. 25, 2018

New healthcare insurance options promise to bring down the cost of coverage for small businesses like restaurants, making a key employee benefit more affordable. Here, in layman’s terms, is what operators need to know about the new choices.

Beverage

Efforts to curb soda consumption bring results on both coasts

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 19, 2018

Sugary drinks are now banned from kids menus in Baltimore, and a statewide soda tax could be on California’s ballot in 2020.

Operations

Menu labeling for chain restaurants is finally the law

By Peter Romeo on May 04, 2018

A surprising quest begun by the industry a decade ago goes into effect Monday, with the focus on compliance rather than catching transgressors.

Emerging Brands

The Future 50 2010

By Restaurant Business Staff on Jul. 28, 2016

Restaurant Business Magazine's annual ranking of the fastest growing small chains in America.

Food

Rethinking risotto

By Patricia Cobe on Mar. 10, 2014

Reinventing risotto with a non-traditional grain adds a sustainable twist to a classic dish.

International Health Experts Focus on Bird Flu's Threat to Humans

By Restaurant Business Staff on Nov. 29, 2004

NEW YORK - The international health community is taking a closer look at bird flu, warning that it could be far more lethal than the SARS virus that struck...

Food

Supercharging smoothies: Message in a glass

By Sara Rush Wirth on Oct. 13, 2014

As evidenced by the sheer number of “veggified” green smoothies sprouting up across the market, better-for-you blends are top of mind for consumers and operators, alike.

NRA: Operators Show 'Solid' Gains in February; Optimism Pervades Industry

By Restaurant Business Staff on Mar. 31, 2005

WASHINGTON, DC - The restaurant industry's outlook continued to improve in February, buoyed by reported solid gains in same store sales and optimism among...

NYC restaurants accuse health inspectors of lapsing into a gotcha mindset

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 29, 2015

A group says the city is trying to turn hospitality businesses back into ATM, dispensing cash for minor infractions.

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