TGIF!!! Attention Canadian Mom’s. Cold Stone Creamery has rolled out cheesecake flavored ice cream cake. Available now until May 8, 2011. – – – – – – – “The importance of social media and food chains speaks for itself!” – – – – – – – Long Horn Steakhouse expected to double in size over [...]

NRN reports Applebee’s adds two more sizzling-skillet entrées, bringing the total to five sizzling-skillets to choose from. …  “Back in the day, we would deliver sizzling meals to the table with fire hats and sirens going off, which created a lot of commotion and energy,” Palmer said. “Because of the presentation, when we sold one, we’d [...]

Burgerbusiness reports Carl Jr.’s and Hardee’s are reaffirming their belief in burgers with new commercials. … 

It first debuted in 2007. QSRweb reports Jack in the Box is bringing back its Blackberry shake, for a limited time. …Available in 16- and 24-ounce sizes, the new Blackberry Shake is made with real ice cream and blackberry-flavored syrup and features whipped topping and a Maraschino cherry on top… “Summer is just around the [...]

QSRweb reports Jack In The Box expands its line of grilled sandwiches Monday April 25, 2011. …”The new sandwich is a flavorful combination of bold, savory ingredients that our guests really crave,” said Tammy Bailey, division vice president of menu marketing and promotions for Jack in the Box Inc. “This is a great addition to our popular [...]

TGIF!!!! The Royal Donut? The Royal Wedding Ice Cream Cake? As the world celebrates the upcoming Royal Wedding, Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin- Robbins deliver their own “treats”! – – – – – – – “How are you celebrating Earth Day?” Bring in reusable drinkware and Caribou Coffee will give away a free cup of coffee. [...]

With so many people choosing a healthier lifestyle, NRN reports Subway lowers the sodium in several subs. …The sodium reductions are a continued effort for Subway to extend its health-oriented options, which were boosted with the introduction of the “Fresh Fit” menu in 2007. Tony Pace, chief marketing officer for Subway’s franchisee advertising fund, said, [...]

NRN reports Red Robin revamps its menu with a dozen new items, and the return of familiar favorites. …The revamped menu also includes a new category called Perfect Combos with four options: Riblets & Clucks, with riblets and fried chicken strips; Clucks & Shrimp, with fried chicken and fried shrimp; Riblets & Mac’n’Cheese; and Red’s [...]

Fastcasual has a significant list of chefs, restaurants, Corporate Cafe’s and more, in honor of Earth Day. …Certified Green Restaurants have met the rigorous standards set forth by the GRA, a national non-profit organization specializing in helping restaurants to become more environmentally sustainable. Certified Green Restaurants must be Styrofoam-free, implement a full scale recycling program [...]

The Blazing Onion Burger Co. takes self-service to an all new level. Fastcasual reports it’s trying out a new service for customers. The concept of kiosk is quite simply brilliant.” Check it out!” …”Our restaurant is fast casual, but with a twist,” said about the gourmet burger joint with more than 25 burger selections on its [...]