Healthy Menus

February 22, 2012

Healthy Menus

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American as Fresh Stir Fry Asian cuisine offers various cultural choices and twists on familiar flavors.	Umami at the Center of Asian Fusion Taking stock of ingredients that deliver that eminently appealing “fifth taste.”
One to Watch: How Do You Roll? This Texas-based concept plans to Americanize sushi once and for all.	A Case for Sourcing Locally With consumers calling for more locally sourced menu items, restaurants should consider buying a portion of their foods from local farms.
The Foreign Exchange Operators must know how to ensure the safety of their imported foods.	3 Ways to Menu for 'Flexitarians' When it comes to proteins, we don’t always need to heed our animal instincts.
Salt Shakers Restaurants are working to cut back sodium without spooking customers.	Is Healthy Food Really Profitable? Customers are demanding healthier menu options, but operators are still struggling to figure out the effect it will have on their bottom line.
Reading the Tea Leaves Restaurants increasingly see profits brewing in both cold and hot teas.	The Subway Effect In his own words, Subway’s chief development officer Don Fertman explains how the sandwich company’s business model has grown into a global economic force.

industry headlines

National Turkey Federation Awards Carl’s Jr., Hardee’s

2012-02-17

The National Turkey Federation (NTF) named Carl's Jr. and Hardee's recipients of its 10^th Annual "Turkey on the Menu...

Lion’s Choice Upholds Healthy Legacy With New Kids’ Menu

2012-02-16

Lion’s Choiceis introducing a new Healthy Kids’ meal menu that showcases its 45-year legacy for offering health-conscious St. Louisans...

Saladworks to Open 6th Delaware Unit

2012-02-14

Saladworks, the nation’s first and largest fresh-tossed salad franchise concept, is opening its sixth Delaware location in the Middletown...

Daphne's Grills Up Some Shrimp for New Entrees

2012-02-14

Daphne’s California Greek, where fresh California and Mediterranean flavors fuse for a healthful and refreshingly new dining experience,...

Souplantation and Sweet Tomatoes Join "Kids LiveWell"

2012-02-13

Citing its commitment to offering healthful menu options to its youngest customers, Garden Fresh Restaurant Corp, parent company to more than 122...

Navy’s Dining Program Manager Receives Service Award

2012-02-10

Rear Admiral William D. French recently presented the Meritorious Civilian Service Award to Steve Hammel, Dining Services program manager, U.S....

Food Trucks Face Off in Health Challenge in Buffalo, NY

2012-02-10

While Buffalo, New York, is better known for its chicken wings and snow than its healthy food, four local food trucks will compete to put “...

Participation Triples for NRA’s 'Kids LiveWell'

2012-02-10

The National Restaurant Association today announced that the number of restaurant companies participating in its “Kids LiveWell”...

Saladworks Opens Doors on Location No. 2 in Virginia

2012-02-09

Saladworks, the nation’s first and largest fresh-tossed salad franchise concept, is opening its...

Barberitos Marketing to Feature Customer Who Lost 70 Pounds

2012-02-07

Barberitos launched its 2012 Healthy Campaign this January systemwide to promote weight loss and wellness. The campaign kicked off with an...

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