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Chocolate charmers: mini chocolate desserts sell themselves and their beverage pairings, too
Should it be a cluster of cocoa-dusted truffles? A handful of bitty, chocolate buttons? A cupcake cutie (or two) with plenteous poufs of fudge...
Cheers, 11/01/09 by Monica Rogers · More from publication -
Starbucks serves alcohol
Starting with the 15th Ave. Coffee and Tea, which opened late July, Starbucks' much-lauded efforts to get back to its origins by "re-imagining"...
Cheers, 09/01/09 by Monica Rogers · More from publication -
Menu like MacGyver: adaptive use or inventive tinkering, chefs get creative with what they've already got in the kitchen to make new menus.(NEW PRODUCT PIPELINE)(Cover story)

With few chains adding new equipment in these tough economic times, corporate chefs are on innovation overdrive, using what they've got to create...
Chain Leader, 05/01/09 by Rogers, Monica · More from publication -
Adding to the pot: from classic French to Caribbean themes, The Melting Pot's evolving recipes for fondue give guests something new to dip into.(Torque Radio)(Interview)

[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A comfort food with a worldly pedigree, fondue keeps menus interesting at Tampa, Fla.-based The Melting Pot. Chain...
Chain Leader, 04/01/09 by Rogers, Monica · More from publication -
Bringing it home: restaurant chains are overcoming challenges and doing more to explore local sourcing options.(NEW PRODUCT PIPELINE)

Many American consumers say buying fresh, local and sustainable food is important to them. But at what personal cost? Will they skip the tomato...
Chain Leader, 02/01/09 by Rogers, Monica · More from publication -
Three's a charm: from Hip Chicks to Big League clubs, limited-time offers that feature three items work well for Schlotzsky's.(IDEA TO ROLLOUT)(Schlotzsky's Inc.)

SNAPSHOT Concept Schlotzsky's Headquarters Austin, Texas Parent Company Focus Brands, Atlanta Units 370 2008 Systemwide ...
Chain Leader, 02/01/09 by Rogers, Monica · More from publication -
The show must go on: chef-centric LA Food Show Grill & Bar spotlights showy cook stations and an eclectic menu.(Toque Radio)

[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Five years after opening their first LA Food Show Grill & Bar, Larry Flax and Rick Rosenfield have opened their second...
Chain Leader, 02/01/09 by Rogers, Monica · More from publication -
Value added; value gained: operators cross-utilize ingredients and experiment with portion sizes to keep food costs in line while delivering value to customers.(NEW PRODUCT PIPELINE)

[ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] At a time when it takes big value to get cash-strapped guests in the restaurant door, food-cost control couldn't be...
Chain Leader, 01/01/09 by Rogers, Monica · More from publication -
What's in a name: Sandella's sweet and spicy Brazilian Chicken Grilled Flatbread had the sauce to be a hit, but it needed a new name.(IDEA TO ROLLOUT)(Company overview)

Representing 75 percent of all grilled flatbread sales and 15 percent of the total menu mix, the Brazilian Chicken Grilled Flatbread at Redding,...
Chain Leader, 12/01/08 by Rogers, Monica · More from publication -
Healthy outlook: Starbucks has evolved its menu beyond coffee to include nutritious products.(Toque Radio)

Evolving menus far beyond espresso drinks and sweet baked treats, Seattle-based Starbucks Coffee Company has been busy adding healthful new items...
Chain Leader, 12/01/08 by Rogers, Monica · More from publication
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