“Pizza that’s healthier?” QSRmagazine reports Domino’s servers its “Domino’s Smart Slice,” in school lunchrooms nationwide. …“This is a new approach to delivering pizza to schools, and we are extremely excited about the potential of Domino’s Smart Slice,” says J. Patrick Doyle, Domino’s Pizza president and CEO. “We are pleased with the launch, and the feedback from [...]

QSRmagazine reports Smashburger has taken its Sin City Smashburger nationwide. Available until February 27, 2011, this is the first time Smashburger has taken a regional burger nationwide. …In addition to the new menu item, one customer will win a free trip to Las Vegas, the hometown of the Sin City Smashburger. The prize package includes [...]

“Pizza for breakfast?” That’s nothing new. “Served stone cold, fresh out of the box either left on a counter, or pulled out of the refrigerator the next morning…this we are familiar with right?” NationsRestaurantNews reports pizzeria’s nationwide have gained popularity serving a traditional breakfast pie, in a non-traditional way. …The nation’s only 24-hour Domino’s Pizza, in Dayton, Ohio, launched a [...]

Last week, I posted reguarding Burger King’s Newest Edition…BK’s Stuffed Steakhouse Burger. Here’s the commercial you’ll soon be seeing. …

BurgerBusiness reports fast food operators are thinking “inside” the box. Chains such as McDonald’s in Australia, Hardee’sBigbox lunch for $5, are just a couple examples worth mentioning. …All combo meals are meant to ensure customers include high-margin sides like fries and drinks. But there is added perceived value in the box that one restaurant exec tells me [...]

Happy Monday! QSR reports Garden Fresh Restaurant Corp. is opening its first “express” concept restaurant in Carlsbad, California Jan. 17, 2011. Guests can expect to enjoy the same delicious foods, just on a smaller scale. …Contrary to the existing buffet-style of guests self-selecting their own meal from fresh salads, soups, pastas and baked goods, Souplantation Express [...]

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Nation’s Restaurant News reports Chili’s has introduced their new “Mild or Wild” menu. Two appetizers, and six entrées, customers have the choice of mild or wild. For an idea of what’s new, check this out. The wild “Blazin’ Big Mouth Bites” features four peppercorn-crusted mini burgers with jalapeño mayonnaise, jalapeño peppers and American cheese. The mild-version [...]

Fastcasual reports Zaxby’s reintroduces the Chicken Parmesan Sandwich Meal. Their spokesperson is  famous television mom, Doris Roberts from “Everybody Loves Raymond.” …The Chicken Parmesan Sandwich is available for a limited time only and features the company’s signature Chicken Fingerz on Texas Toast with Garlic Parmesan and traditional Italian Marinara sauce. The Fried White Cheddar Bites are a [...]

Fastcasual reports La Madeleine Country French Cafes, have added more smart choices to their menu. The following items are just a few of the newest additions. Shrimp and Tilapia Provencal — Roasted shrimp and tilapia, onions, fresh basil, kalamata olives and roasted garlic simmered in white wine-infused with Reduced Fat Tomato Basil Soupe, served over [...]