HOUSTON-(Business Wire)-September 28, 2009 - Rick’s Cabaret International, Inc. (NASDAQ: RICK), the leading publicly traded chain of upscale gentlemen’s clubs, said today it has agreed to acquire Cabaret North, an upscale gentlemen’s club in Ft. Worth, Texas.

The Cheesecake Factory Culminates the Drive Out Hunger Tour with “You Dine, We’ll Donate” Event on September 30

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:11:00 0500

-(Business Wire)-September 28, 2009 - The Cheesecake Factory:

Livebookings Secures New Funding with Wellington Partners

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 07:00:00 0500

LONDON-(Business Wire)-September 28, 2009 - Livebookings, with customers, partners and employees in 19 countries is Europe’s largest online marketing and reservations service for the restaurant industry. Today the company announces the closure of a financing round of $16 million led by...

Colorado Top Winning State at National Beer Competition

Sat, 26 Sep 2009 21:28:00 0500

DENVER-(Business Wire)-September 26, 2009 - The Great American Beer Festival (GABF) Competition continued its record setting ways, crushing last year's entries by 16%. GABF remains the largest and most prestigious commercial beer competition in the world with 3,308 entries.

Le Vallauris Announces New Menu

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 23:16:00 0500

PALM SPRINGS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 25, 2009 - Le Vallauris today announced new menus for the 2009-2010 season. Created in 1974 by well-known restaurateur Paul Bruggemans, Le Vallauris is the highest-overall-rated restaurant in the Zagat Survey and was awarded AAA’s 4 Diamond Award...

Burger King Corp. Serves Up National Launch of $1 ¼ Pound Double Cheeseburger

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 21:10:00 0500

MIAMI-(Business Wire)-September 25, 2009 - Burger King Corp. (NYSE:BKC) today announced the launch of a highly competitive value proposition with the nationwide promotion of its great-tasting ¼ pound Double Cheeseburger for only $1 beginning Oct. 19.

The $1 ¼ pound Double...

UDS Group, Inc. Responds to SEC’s Short Term Temporary Trading Halt

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 13:50:00 0500

UDS Group, Inc. (Pink Sheets:UDSG), the leader in Delivery Management...

Bethesda Marriott Shows Off Holiday Flair

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 11:00:00 0500

BETHESDA, Md.-(Business Wire)-September 25, 2009 - This week, twenty-nine Marriott and Renaissance properties between Charlotte, N.C., and Baltimore, Md., showcased their signature holiday party options. Locally, the Bethesda Marriott unveiled brand new holiday party fare, decorations and a...

CRHS Subsidiary Acquires Millie’s Restaurants

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 21:00:00 0500

SAN DIEGO-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2009 - American Restaurant Concepts, Inc, a Nevada corporation and a wholly owned subsidiary of The Custom Restaurant & Hospitality Group, Inc. (OTCBB: CRHS), entered into an asset purchase agreement with Millie’s Restaurants, Inc., a California...

Loft 610 Urban Restaurant & Lounge Names Tre Wilcox as Executive Chef

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 20:00:00 0500

PLANO, Texas-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2009 - Loft 610 Urban Restaurant & Lounge announced today the naming of Tre Wilcox as Executive Chef of its Plano restaurant. Chef Tre assumes culinary responsibilities immediately with a limited menu preview on Saturday, October 3 and the full...

Imperial Sugar Responds to the Chemical Safety Board’s Investigation Report

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 19:05:00 0500

PORT WENTWORTH, Ga.-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2009 - On September 24, 2009, the Chemical Safety Board (CSB) issued its final draft Investigation Report regarding Imperial Sugar Company's February 7, 2008 accident at its Port Wentworth sugar refinery.

“Imperial Sugar and the...

Taco Del Mar Announces New CFO

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 19:03:00 0500

SEATTLE-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2009 - Taco Del Mar Franchising Corp. appoints Rick Braa as the company’s new Chief Financial Officer. Taco Del Mar, a quick service Mexican restaurant chain featuring big Baja beach-style Mondo Burritos and fish tacos, has more than 240 locations...

Multi-Grammy Award Winner Christina Aguilera Receives Variety’s Power of Women Honor for Philanthropic Efforts to Fight Hunger as Global Spokesperson for Yum! Brands World Hunger Relief Campaign

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 18:42:00 0500

LOUISVILLE, Ky.-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2009 - Multi-Grammy Award winner and pop superstar Christina Aguilera will be honored today at Variety’s first annual Power of Women luncheon for her philanthropic efforts to fight hunger as global spokesperson for Yum! Brands, KFC, Pizza Hut...

Canadian Club® Whisky Returns for “Mo”

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 16:13:00 0500

DEERFIELD, Ill.-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2009 - Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. [Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE:FO)], a global leader in premium spirits, and Canadian Club® Canadian whisky (CC™), one of the world’s leading Canadian whiskies, announce the renewal of their...

Wendy's Announces a Burger Bash Fundraiser in Support of the Families with ASD Autism Expo

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:48:00 0500

CINCINNATI-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2009 - Wendy's:

Support Autism and 'Families with ASD' This Saturday, September 26, 2009, 4pm - 8pm at Wendy’s Milford Bypass Restaurant Located at 1091 State Route 28 Milford, OH 45150

Governor Markell Promotes Responsible Tailgating at Delaware Race

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:25:00 0500

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2009 - Tailgaters Urging Responsibility & Fun (TURF) expands its responsible consumption message into Delaware’s auto racing. Joined by Governor Jack Markell, TURF promotes responsible tailgating to spectators traveling to the state’s biggest auto...

Windsor Foods® and Jim Beam® Bourbon Mix to Deliver New Chopped Barbecue Brisket

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 14:43:00 0500

HOUSTON-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2009 - Windsor Foods, Inc. and Jim Beam® Bourbon have teamed up to create a fully cooked, ready-to-serve, gourmet chopped barbecue brisket to foodservice operators.

“We are excited about teaming up with Jim Beam again to bring another...

Pizza Chains Succeed in Slow Economy Through Focused Positioning, Reports Technomic

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 14:30:00 0500

CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2009 - Despite flat sales in 2008 and into 2009 throughout most of the limited-service pizza industry, some chain operators are finding success through a strategy of focused positioning, says foodservice industry consultant Technomic. The fastest growing...

ARAMARK Opens Burger Studio on Campus

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 13:00:00 0500

PHILADELPHIA-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2009 - On campuses across the country, college students will find a new high-tech twist to a traditional favorite, and they have their fellow students to thank. ARAMARK Higher Education, a world leader in providing professional services to more than...

Smashburger Sizzles into Dayton on October 15

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 13:00:00 0500

DAYTON, Ohio-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2009 - Denver-based "better burger" restaurant concept Smashburger is coming to Ohio October 15. Sure to become the Miami Valley’s favorite burger place, Smashburger will open in The Shoppes at 725, with a second University of Dayton location following...

Jamba Juice Debuts New Franchise Information Website

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 12:30:00 0500

EMERYVILLE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2009 - Jamba Juice (NASDAQ: JMBA) today announced the debut of its new franchise website, DiningIn, the nation’s premier restaurant delivery service, today...

The Cheesecake Factory Culminates the Drive Out Hunger Tour with “You Dine, We’ll Donate” Event on September 30

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 12:11:00 0500

CALABASAS HILLS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2009 - In recognition of Hunger Action Month this September, Mrs. Fields Famous Brands, LLC, which includes...

Free Reports Added to BizRate’s Customer Feedback Program

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 17:08:00 0500

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2009 - BizRate^® Research announces the expansion of its...

Del Taco Strengthens Franchise Support with Two New Franchise Business Consultants

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 16:24:00 0500

LAKE FOREST, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2009 - Del Taco, the nation’s No. 2 Mexican quick serve chain, today announced the company has strengthened its franchise support services with the addition of two new franchise business consultants. Chip Bialzak has joined Del Taco as senior...

geoVue’s Jim Stone Named to 2009 ICSC Research Conference Panel

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:55:00 0500

WOBURN, Mass.-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2009 - Jim Stone, President and Founder of geoVue, Inc., a leading provider of location intelligence solutions, has been named as a panelist at the ICSC Annual North America Research Conference next month.

Stone...

The Covey Hosts Second Annual Oktoberfest, October 9 & 10 in Fort Worth

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 13:30:00 0500

FORT WORTH, Texas-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2009 - Brewmaster Jamie Fulton has announced that The Covey Restaurant & Brewery will host its second annual Covey Oktoberfest, bringing a taste of the historic festival to the Hulen Street restaurant on Friday, October 9, from 3:00 p.m. until...

Twin Cities Smashburgers Get Spicy on September 28

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 13:00:00 0500

MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2009 - Smashburger—the Denver-based fast casual better burger concept—is adding a new burger to the menu of its four Twin Cities metro locations. Twin Cities Smashburger fans discovered the Spicy Baja Smashburger on the company Web site and clamored...

Quick-Med Technologies Announces the Development of Stay Fresh™ Textiles Technology

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 11:47:00 0500

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2009 - Quick-Med Technologies, Inc. (OTCBB:QMDT) announced today the development of a proprietary Stay Fresh™ technology and that the Company is seeking partners to commercialize this revolutionary new technology in key segments of the...

Yum! Brands, KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell Launch World Hunger Relief Effort to Raise Awareness, Volunteerism and Funds with Christina Aguilera as Campaign’s Global Spokesperson

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 11:05:00 0500

LOUISVILLE, Ky.-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2009 - Yum! Brands (NYSE: YUM), the world’s largest restaurant company and parent of KFC, Pizza Hut and Taco Bell, is launching its annual World Hunger Relief campaign to help stop world hunger with multi-Grammy Award winner and pop superstar...

Burger King Corporation Teams with Summit Entertainment on ‘The Twilight Saga: New Moon’

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 11:00:00 0500

MIAMI-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2009 - As fan interest reaches a fever pitch, Burger King Corp. today confirmed that it will team with Summit Entertainment for one of the most highly anticipated movies of the year, “The Twilight Saga: New Moon,” which arrives in theaters on Nov. 20, 2009...

Two-thirds of Americans Likely to Decrease Spending on Eating Out and Entertainment in the Next Six Months

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 09:00:00 0500

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2009 - While economists are saying the economic tide is turning, people are still not willing to open their wallets and spend money. Two-thirds of Americans (67%) say they will decrease spending on eating out at restaurants and reduce spending on...

East Coast Growers and Packers Leads Tomato Industry as First Florida Grower to Raise Workers’ Wages

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 22:55:00 0500

MULBERRY, Fla.-(Business Wire)-September 22, 2009 - Last week, East Coast Growers and...

McCormick Declares $0.24 Quarterly Dividend

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 21:22:00 0500

SPARKS, Md.-(Business Wire)-September 22, 2009 - The Board of Directors of McCormick & Company, Incorporated (NYSE:MKC) today declared a quarterly dividend of $0.24 per share on its common stocks payable October 16, 2009, to shareholders of record on October 2, 2009.

This...

Contingent Completes Onsite Project in More Than 1,300 Wendy’s Corporate Stores in 43 Days

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 21:01:00 0500

CINCINNATI-(Business Wire)-September 22, 2009 - On July 31, 2009 Contingent Network Services (

Famous Dave’s Bar-B-Que Receives Best Restaurant Website Award, Marking the 401st Award to Recognize Famous Dave’s Restaurants

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 16:03:00 0500

MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-September 22, 2009 - Famous Dave's of America, Inc.’s (NASDAQ: DAVE) website has been voted Best Restaurant Website by the Web Marketing Association’s 2009 WebAwards. The visually engaging site, Round Table Pizza, an American...

Are You Ready to Shred? Del Taco Brings Back the Shredded Beef Burrito and Taco Del Carbon – For Limited Time

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 15:59:00 0500

LAKE FOREST, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 22, 2009 - It’s back! Shredded Beef is now available at Del Taco in three menu items: the Shredded Beef Combo Burrito, Taco Del Carbon and Shredded Beef Breakfast Burrito. Del Taco’s great tasting shredded beef is made from premium select, slow...

AmRest Applebee’s Division Selects HotSchedules for Restaurant Labor Management and Online Employee Scheduling

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:25:00 0500

AUSTIN, Texas-(Business Wire)-September 22, 2009 - HotSchedules today announced that AmRest Holdings’ Applebee’s franchise division has selected Smashburger—a fast-casual, “better burger...

Think Mobile Marketing Results Can’t Be Measured? Think Again...Mobiquitous™ 2.0 from Tetherball Delivers

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 11:00:00 0500

INDIANAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-September 22, 2009 - Tetherball, an industry leader in mobile loyalty and...

NPD Reports Lingering Unemployment Will Delay Recovery for Foodservice Industry

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 11:00:00 0500

CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-September 22, 2009 - Current economic indicators point to recovery, but persistent high unemployment will continue to plague the restaurant industry several months after the recovery is underway, according to The NPD Group, a leading UDSG), the leader in...

Baja Fresh Continues New York City Expansion

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 08:00:00 0500

CYPRESS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 22, 2009 - Baja Fresh Mexican Grill, the...

Granite City Food & Brewery Ltd. Announces Debt for Equity Transaction

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 20:15:00 0500

MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-September 21, 2009 - Granite City Food & Brewery Ltd. (NASDAQ: GCFB) today announced a transaction that will allow the company to convert approximately $15.0 million of debt owed to DHW Leasing LLC (DHW) into 28 million shares of the company’s common stock...

First Washington State Food & Wine Magazine Winemaker of the Year

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 15:00:00 0500

WALLA WALLA, Wash.-(Business Wire)-September 21, 2009 - For the first time in its eleven-year history, the prestigious Food & Wine magazine American Wine Awards has named a Washington State winemaker, Charles Smith, as its Winemaker of the Year. Joining the likes of Helen...

FSV Payment Systems Delivers Prepaid Card Savings Account Program

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 13:19:00 0500

HOUSTON-(Business Wire)-September 21, 2009 - FSV Payment Systems, Inc., a leading provider of network branded prepaid debit card products and processing services, today announced the launch of a savings account program that makes savings accounts available to all PaychekPLUS! and many retail...

SUBWAY Names SkillSoft Technology Vendor of the Year

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 13:05:00 0500

NASHUA, N.H.-(Business Wire)-September 21, 2009 - SkillSoft PLC (Nasdaq: SKIL), a leading SaaS provider of on demand...

Groupon Launches in Tampa

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 13:00:00 0500

TAMPA, Fla.-(Business Wire)-September 21, 2009 - Groupon (http://www.groupon.com) — a shopping...

Cold Stone Creamery Supports Make-A-Wish Foundation® with Ice Cream Fundraiser

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 12:09:00 0500

-(Business Wire)-September 21, 2009 - Cold Stone Creamery:

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Heartland Payment Systems Enhances Service Offering to Help Restaurant Owners Manage Their Finances and Operations

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 12:05:00 0500

PRINCETON, N.J.-(Business Wire)-September 21, 2009 - Heartland Payment Systems® (NYSE: HPY), one of the nation’s largest payments processors, is partnering with Restaurant Magic Software® ― the creators of Data Central® ― a leading back-office intelligence and management system for...

Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s Achieve $1 Million Fundraising Goal in the Fight Against Breast Cancer

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 12:00:00 0500

ST. LOUIS-(Business Wire)-September 21, 2009 - CKE Restaurants, Inc. today announced it has reached its goal of raising $1 million for breast cancer programs and awareness through its “Pink Star” fundraising campaign. During the three-week, in-store fundraiser that began in...

“Two Kids Eat Free” at Boston Market

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 12:00:00 0500

GOLDEN, Colo.-(Business Wire)-September 21, 2009 - Boston Market today launched a “Two Kids Eat Free” dining program that appeals to the evolving American family. The company, known for providing nutritious home-style meals, is the first to launch a national program where two children, ages...

It Only Takes a Moment to Make an Escape with Café Escapes and a Keurig Single-Cup Brewer

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 11:00:00 0500

WATERBURY, Vt.-(Business Wire)-September 21, 2009 - After more than two years of research, a new innovative line of K-Cup^® beverages is now available. MooBella® Inc., which marries innovative technology...

Papa John’s Announces Management Team Promotions

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 15:11:00 0500

LOUISVILLE, Ky.-(Business Wire)-September 18, 2009 - Papa John’s International, Inc. (NASDAQ: PZZA) today announced three promotions from within the company on its management team: Tim North to Senior Vice President, North American Operations; Annette Calhoun, to Vice President, Human...

Company Profile for Vinotemp International

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 14:40:00 0500

-(Business Wire)-September 18, 2009 - Vinotemp International has been building premium wine cabinets and custom cellars for nearly 25 years. As a full service manufacturer, Vinotemp is well-equipped to handle special customizations for any wine cabinet expeditiously - no other manufacturer has...

ArrowStream to Host Food Industry Leaders at Second Annual Customer Conference

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 21:40:00 0500

CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-September 17, 2009 - ArrowStream, a leading provider of supply chain solutions for...

Crofter’s Organic Commits to Exclusive Use of EcoSocial-Certified Cane Sugar

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 17:23:00 0500

PARRY SOUND, Ontario-(Business Wire)-September 17, 2009 - Veteran organic jam producer Crofter’s Organic today announced its complete conversion to organic cane sugar certified “EcoSocial” by international certifier

Research and Markets: Technomic Information Services Collection Out Now

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 15:54:00 0500

DUBLIN-(Business Wire)-September 17, 2009 - Research and Markets (

SODEXO’s Quality of Life Services Offering Strengthens Long-Term Growth

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 15:49:00 0500

Regulatory News:

In a briefing today in Paris for the investment community, Sodexo (Paris:SW) (OTCBB:SDXAY) presented its comprehensive offering for Quality of Life services.

Reinforcing its competitive advantage, Sodexo acts as a...

Research and Markets: Technomic Top 100 Limited-Service Sandwich Chains Restaurant Report

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:49:00 0500

DUBLIN-(Business Wire)-September 17, 2009 - Research and Markets (

Research and Markets: RISE (Restaurant Information Services for Executives): Chain Information Service (CIS) & Menu Information Service (MIS)

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 13:51:00 0500

DUBLIN-(Business Wire)-September 17, 2009 - Research and Markets (BirchStreet...

Site Controls Releases Exceptions Dashboard for Energy Management

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 13:00:00 0500

AUSTIN, Texas-(Business Wire)-September 17, 2009 - Site Controls today announced the availability of the...

Pizza Pizza Improves Customer Service and Decreases Costs Using Interactive Intelligence IP Communications Software

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 13:00:00 0500

INDIANAPOLIS & TORONTO-(Business Wire)-September 17, 2009 - When Pizza Pizza Limited (TSX: PZA.UN), a prominent restaurant chain in Canada, began working with Interactive Intelligence (Nasdaq: ININ) nearly 10 years ago, the company needed a strategy for using work-at-home

Research and Markets: Technomic Top 200 Canadian Chains Restaurant Report

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 11:23:00 0500

DUBLIN-(Business Wire)-September 17, 2009 - Research and Markets (

CKE Restaurants®, Inc. Reports Period Eight Same-Store Sales

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 20:07:00 0500

CARPINTERIA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 16, 2009 - CKE Restaurants, Inc. (NYSE: CKR) announced today period eight company-operated same-store sales for the period ended September 7, 2009, for Carl’s Jr.^® and Hardee’s^®.

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Vinotemp’s Customizable, Innovative and Functional Options in Wine Storage Make Creating a Custom Wine Cabinet Effortless

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 17:51:00 0500

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-September 16, 2009 - Since its humble beginning, Vinotemp has been dedicated to making wine...

Ivar’s Billboards from the Deep Create “Posthumorous” Mystery

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 16:00:00 0500

SEATTLE-(Business Wire)-September 16, 2009 - When an Ivar’s billboard covered with algae, barnacles and rust advertising 75-cent cups of chowder came up from the deep off Alki Beach on Aug. 21, two questions also surfaced: Is it real? If so, what was late restaurant founder Ivar Haglund...

Anheuser-Busch InBev Rings NYSE Opening Bell to Celebrate NYSE Listing

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:39:00 0500

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 16, 2009 - Anheuser-Busch InBev led by its CEO Carlos Brito visited the New York Stock Exchange today to celebrate the company’s listing and first day of trading on the NYSE.

Belgium-based Anheuser-Busch InBev commenced trading today on the...

Vin Bar to Open September 21 at Hotel Derek in Houston

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 13:40:00 0500

HOUSTON-(Business Wire)-September 16, 2009 - Vin Bar, the eclectic and more informal dining environment of CouponShack.com, the leading coupon site that helps...

Sodexo Recognized Again for Commitment to Balancing Economic and Citizenship Performance

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 06:00:00 0500

PARIS-(Business Wire)-September 16, 2009 - Regulatory News:

Sodexo was named 2009 global "Supersector leader" for its industry sector ("Travel & Leisure") by the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI), the fourth time the company has been so recognized. Sodexo...

Bernard Cammarata Confirmed He Will Be Launching a New Website and Opening New Retail Stores

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 20:06:00 0500

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 15, 2009 - With 13 years of knowledge, experience and service,

A Shining Moment for Naturally Sweet Couples

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 13:17:00 0500

FORT WASHINGTON, Pa.-(Business Wire)-September 15, 2009 - Sweet on your true love? Then, naturally, you’ll want to tie the knot in a one-of-a-kind wedding!

To celebrate the launch of SUN CRYSTALS^® All-Natural Sweetener — the perfect union of...

Artisanal Premium Cheese Announces 14 Percent Increase in Fiscal 2009 Revenues

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 12:26:00 0500

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 15, 2009 - American Home Food Products (OTCBB:AHFP), currently doing business as Artisanal Premium Cheese, today announced results for the year ended May 31, 2009.

For the year ended May 31, 2009, revenues increased 14% to $5.7...

New Jennie-O Ad Campaign Inspires Viewers to Conquer Fears, Live Healthier

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 12:00:00 0500

WILLMAR, Minn.-(Business Wire)-September 15, 2009 - No matter who they are, where they live, how much they make, or what they do for a living, people put a premium on their health; virtually everyone wants to be well…but without giving up the things they love. Today, Jennie-O Turkey Store...

Long John Silver’s, Popular Seafood Restaurant Chain, Qualifies for SBA Registry; To Assist in Credit for Franchise Growth

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 11:17:00 0500

LOUISVILLE, Ky.-(Business Wire)-September 15, 2009 - Long John Silver’s (LJS), the world’s most popular quick-service seafood restaurant chain, received approval from United States Small Business Administration (SBA) for listing on the SBA Franchise Registry. According to LJS franchise...

Cracker Barrel Reports 9% Increase in Fourth Quarter EPS

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 11:00:00 0500

LEBANON, Tenn.-(Business Wire)-September 15, 2009 - Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. (Nasdaq: CBRL):

Fourth-quarter diluted EPS from continuing operations of $0.99, an increase of 8.8% compared with the prior-year quarter

UDS Group, Inc. Launches New Corporate Website

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 10:00:00 0500

BOCA RATON, Fla.-(Business Wire)-September 15, 2009 - UDS Group, Inc. (Pink Sheets:

Radiant Systems Launches New Centralized Data Management Solution

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 14:50:00 0500

ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-September 14, 2009 - Radiant Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: RADS) today announced that it has launched Aloha Configuration Center, a powerful configuration platform enabling multi-store restaurant operators to quickly manage, schedule and distribute data across all their units...

Viejas Casino Hits Jackpot Again; Scores 10 Awards from Readers of Southern California Gaming Guide

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 14:14:00 0500

SAN DIEGO-(Business Wire)-September 14, 2009 - Viejas Casino (http://www.viejas.com) is once again...

Majority of Retail CFOs Say 2009 Economic Stimulus Act Unsuccessful in Stemming Recession According to BDO Seidman, LLP Study

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 14:01:00 0500

CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-September 14, 2009 - According to a recent study by BDO Seidman, LLP, one of the...

Taco Bueno to Participate in the Great American Dine OutTM

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 14:00:00 0500

DALLAS-(Business Wire)-September 14, 2009 - Taco Bueno has signed on to participate in Share our Strength’s Great American Dine Out^TM. This year the Mexican quick service restaurant will sell $1 donation cards in each of their stores. To get a jump start on their...

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. Declares Quarterly Dividend

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 13:36:00 0500

LEBANON, Tenn.-(Business Wire)-September 14, 2009 - Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. (Nasdaq: CBRL) today announced that the Board of Directors has declared a regular dividend to common shareholders of $0.20 per share, payable on November 5, 2009 to shareholders of record on October 16...

Boomer Esiason, CBS Radio Join 2009 Season of TURF – Tailgaters Urging Responsibility & Fun

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 13:29:00 0500

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 14, 2009 - The Charmer Sunbelt Group (CSG), a leading...

Restaurant POS and Management Software Maker Lecere Names Management Team

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 13:02:00 0500

PORTLAND, Ore.-(Business Wire)-September 14, 2009 - Software start-up Lecere^TM Corporation

Lecere Adds Roger D. Williams – Former President of Bob Evans Farms, Restaurant Division – To Its Board of Directors

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 13:02:00 0500

PORTLAND, Ore.-(Business Wire)-September 14, 2009 - Software start-up Lecere^TM Corporation

Jack in the Box Inc. to Participate at the RBC Capital Markets Consumer Conference on Sept. 16

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 13:00:00 0500

SAN DIEGO-(Business Wire)-September 14, 2009 - Jack in the Box Inc. (NASDAQ: JACK) today announced that its management will be participating at the upcoming RBC Capital Markets Consumer Conference at the New York Palace Hotel in New York, New York. The Company will be hosting a series of investor...

Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s Start Round Two of Burger Battle with McDonald’s

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 12:06:00 0500

CARPINTERIA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 14, 2009 - Ding, ding. Let’s get ready for round two of the premium burger wars. In their ongoing effort to help customers avoid falling for the McHype of a big competitor, Carl’s Jr.^® and Hardee’s^® announced two new...

Amanda Hesser and Merrill Stubbs Launch food52

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 12:00:00 0500

BROOKLYN, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-September 14, 2009 - Food writers Amanda Hesser and Merrill Stubbs announce the launch of food52 (

Communities Fight Obesity: Tips Offered On Keeping Kids Fit

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 08:35:00 0500

WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-September 14, 2009 - (NAPSW) Parents strive to help children stay fit and healthy. Now, a new report says local government should do its part, too.

The report from the Institute of Medicine offers a menu of obesity-fighting actions that communities...

CKE Restaurants, Inc. Declares Third Fiscal Quarter 2010 Cash Dividend of $0.06 Per Share of Common Stock

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 10:00:00 0500

CARPINTERIA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 11, 2009 - CKE Restaurants, Inc. (NYSE: CKR) announced today that its Board of Directors declared yesterday a third quarter dividend of $0.06 per share of common stock to be paid on November 23, 2009 to its stockholders of record at the close of...

Dallas Entrepreneur and Philanthropist Chad Willis to Host Invitation-Only Celebrity Charity Event at His Downtown Dallas Restaurant AMPM

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 23:05:00 0500

DALLAS-(Business Wire)-September 10, 2009 - AMPM restaurant & lounge, owned by Dallas entrepreneur and philanthropist Chad Willis, will be the hosting venue for the red carpet cocktail reception and pairings party for the first annual Celebrity Texas Shootout. The golf tournament and red...

Feed the Beat™ Takes the Stage for an Encore to Feed Bands and Build Fan Bases

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 21:53:00 0500

IRVINE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 10, 2009 - Tacos, tunes and good times are ahead as Taco Bell announced today the fourth installment of Feed the Beat™. Over the past three years, Taco Bell® and its music program Feed the Beat, has rewarded 165 up-and-coming...

SMJ Advises Jack in the Box Inc. on the Sale of its Gas Station and Convenience Store Portfolio

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 20:01:00 0500

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 10, 2009 - SMJ Capital Advisors, LLC, an independent investment banking firm with one of the country’s leading gasoline and convenience store advisory groups, announced that its client, Jack in the Box Inc. (NASDAQ: JACK) successfully closed the previously...

Cracker Barrel is Pleased to Admit – “I Didn’t Know That!”

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 19:33:00 0500

LEBANON, Tenn.-(Business Wire)-September 10, 2009 - Cracker Barrel Old Country Store^® knows about good country cookin’ and about providing unique and fun gift items for its guests. Now the popular restaurant and retail chain is announcing, “I Didn’t Know That!” Look...

BJ's Restaurants, Inc. Appoints Bill Hyde to Its Board of Directors

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 17:00:00 0500

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 10, 2009 - BJ's Restaurants, Inc. (NASDAQ:BJRI) today announced the appointment of Mr. William L. Hyde, Jr. to the Company's Board of Directors as an independent director, effective immediately. Mr. Hyde will also serve on the Board's...

The World’s Largest Garage Sale, Trade Show and Health and Wellness Expo Comes to the Florida State Fairgrounds

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 16:05:00 0500

TAMPA, Fla.-(Business Wire)-September 10, 2009 - The Florida State Fairgrounds and Rock The Mike...

Rick’s Cabaret International, Inc. Reports Strong August Sales, up Nearly 10 Percent over Previous Year

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 15:00:00 0500

HOUSTON-(Business Wire)-September 10, 2009 - Rick’s Cabaret International, Inc. (NASDAQ: RICK), the nation’s leading chain of upscale gentlemen’s clubs, reported nightclub sales of $6.1 million in August, a 9.9 percent increase over the same month a year ago.

The...

Orange County Restaurant Week Returns for First-Ever Fall Restaurant Week!

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 13:00:00 0500

ORANGE COUNTY, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 10, 2009 - From all corners of the county this foodie celebration provides locals the opportunity to indulge in a selection of specially priced prix fixe menus. These menus showcase some of the region's most talented chefs who have personalized each...

Research and Markets: Snapshots India Coffee Shops 2009

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 12:10:00 0500

DUBLIN-(Business Wire)-September 10, 2009 - Research and Markets (

Dave & Buster’s, Inc. Reports Financial Results for its Fiscal 2009 Second Quarter

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 12:00:00 0500

DALLAS-(Business Wire)-September 10, 2009 - Dave & Buster's, Inc., a leading operator of high volume entertainment/dining complexes, today announced results for its second quarter ended August 2, 2009.

Total revenues decreased 3.5% to $131.5 million in the second quarter of...

Cracker Barrel to Participate in Two Conferences in September

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 11:00:00 0500

LEBANON, Tenn.-(Business Wire)-September 10, 2009 - Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. (Nasdaq: CBRL) will be participating in two investor conferences in September. The dates and times of the conferences are as follows:

Wednesday, September 16...

Subway® Extends Universal Delivery Solutions Pilot Agreement

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 10:00:00 0500

BOCA RATON, Fla.-(Business Wire)-September 10, 2009 - UDS Group, Inc. (Pink Sheets: On Wednesday, September 23, 2009, the Company will present at the...

The Melting Pot Restaurants Win Big for Fine Wines

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:55:00 0500

TAMPA, Fla.-(Business Wire)-September 9, 2009 - Kendra Shier, vice president of brand development for The Melting Pot restaurants, today announced that The Melting Pot was named by the California Restaurant Association as the Best California Wine List of any national restaurant chain with 10 or...

Trinity Transforms Oceana Restaurant to Reinvent New York Dining Institution

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:39:00 0500

BOSTON-(Business Wire)-September 9, 2009 - Trinity Building and Construction Management Corp., a Mass-based general contracting and construction management firm, announced today that it has completed construction at Oceana Restaurant’s new location, inside the McGraw-Hill Building, at 1221...

Empire Merchants Appointed Distributor of Banfi Vintners Portfolio in Metro New York

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 16:13:00 0500

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 9, 2009 - Empire Merchants, a member of The Charmer Sunbelt Group (CSG), one of the nation’s leading distributors of fine wines and spirits, proudly announces that it has been named distributor for Banfi Vintners in Metro New York. The exclusive partnership...

Crowne Plaza Fairfield Hotel and Conference Center Gets a Complete Makeover

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 15:29:00 0500

FAIRFIELD, N.J.-(Business Wire)-September 9, 2009 - The Crowne Plaza Hotel and Conference Center located in Fairfield, New Jersey, today announced the completion of its $12 million “re-creation” that features a new look inside and out for its business and group travelers. To celebrate the...

Fall into The Abbey: Nominated for BEST GAY BAR IN THE WORLD by LOGO-TV

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 14:45:00 0500

WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 9, 2009 - As West Hollywood hotspot The Abbey Food & Bar celebrates its nomination for “Best Gay Bar in the World” by MTV’s LOGO, preparation also moves into high gear for “Christmas in September,” the Abbey’s annual Children’s...

AFC Enterprises to Present at CL King’s 7th Annual Best Ideas Conference

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 13:52:00 0500

ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-September 9, 2009 - AFC Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ:AFCE), the franchisor and operator of Popeyes®, today announced that Cheryl Bachelder, chief executive officer, and Mel Hope, chief financial officer, will present at CL King’s 7^th Annual Best Ideas Conference...

Denny’s Corporation to Present At CL King’s 7th Annual Best Ideas Conference 2009

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 13:02:00 0500

SPARTANBURG, S.C.-(Business Wire)-September 9, 2009 - Denny’s Corporation (Nasdaq: DENN) today announced that management will present at the CL King 7^th Annual Best Ideas Conference to be held on Thursday, September 17, 2009 at 2:45 PM EDT in NYC. Speaking at the conference will be...

SUPERVALU® Celebrates National Hunger Action Month with Nationwide Program of Hunger Relief Activities

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 13:00:00 0500

MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-September 9, 2009 - In honor of National Hunger Action Month, SUPERVALU INC.® (NYSE: SVU) and its nationwide family of stores, including Acme®, Albertsons®, bigg's®, Cub Foods®, Farm Fresh®, Hornbacher’s®, Jewel-Osco®, Lucky®, Shaw's/Star Market™, Shop...

Corner Bakery Cafe Gives Guests a ‘Sweet’ Reason to Help End Childhood Hunger in America: Supports Share Our Strength’s 2009 Great American Dine Out®

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 12:00:00 0500

DALLAS-(Business Wire)-September 9, 2009 - With over

Smashburger Expands to the Fort Worth Metro Area

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 16:29:00 0500

FORT WORTH, Texas-(Business Wire)-September 8, 2009 - Smashburger, a fast-casual, “better burger...

The Tweets Are In: Del Taco’s New Caramel Cheesecake Bites are a New Fan Favorite

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 16:15:00 0500

LAKE FOREST, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 8, 2009 - Recently, Del Taco quietly introduced a new decadent dessert – Caramel Cheesecake Bites, which are delicious bite-size cheesecakes dripping with caramel and fried for a warm, melting sweet indulgence. It didn’t take long for the noise to...

Governor Declares September 2009 Iowa Restaurant Industry Month to Coincide with Share Our Strength’s Great American Dine Out

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 15:35:00 0500

DES MOINES, Iowa-(Business Wire)-September 8, 2009 - The Iowa Restaurant Association today announced Iowa Governor Chester J. Culver has proclaimed September 2009 as Iowa Restaurant Industry Month. In making the proclamation, Governor Culver stated that Iowa’s restaurant industry is a...

Imperial Sugar Updates Port Wentworth Refinery Rebuild Project

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 13:59:00 0500

SUGAR LAND, Texas-(Business Wire)-September 8, 2009 - Imperial Sugar Company (NASDAQ:IPSU) updated the status of its project to rebuild its Port Wentworth, Georgia refinery, which was extensively damaged in an industrial accident in February 2008. The Company reported that all of the sugar...

Just Enjoy, LLC Launches Revolutionary, Award Winning Mobile Technology That Provides Restaurant Patrons the Ability to Browse Menus, Place Orders and Pick Up The Tab, All From Their Mobile Device

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 12:30:00 0500

IRVINE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 8, 2009 - Just Enjoy, LLC, a new start-up based in Orange County, CA announces the launch of its revolutionary and award winning new mobile device dining application and service – JUST ENJOY™ Social Dining. Founded by...

Burger King Corp. and Tony Stewart Gear up for National Promotion Featuring Multi-Tiered Campaign

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 11:30:00 0500

MIAMI-(Business Wire)-September 8, 2009 - Burger King Corp. (NYSE:BKC) today announced its September national racing promotion with NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver Tony Stewart, who is currently leading the championship point standings as a driver/owner with Stewart-Haas Racing. The campaign...

UDS Group and Webcast 1 Form Technology Partnership

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 11:00:00 0500

BOCA RATON, Fla.-(Business Wire)-September 8, 2009 - UDS Group, Inc. (Pink Sheets:

H.J. Heinz Company to Participate in the Barclays Capital 2009 Back to School Consumer Conference

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 16:36:00 0500

PITTSBURGH-(Business Wire)-September 4, 2009 - H.J. Heinz Company (NYSE:HNZ) announces its participation in the Barclays Capital 2009 Back to School Consumer Conference on Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at 2:15 p.m. Eastern time to discuss Heinz’s Fiscal 2010 results to-date, the Company’s...

Posada Adds New Red Mini Tacos and Beef Enchiladas to Mexican Line-Up

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 13:00:00 0500

HOUSTON-(Business Wire)-September 4, 2009 - Posada, the Mexican food division of Windsor Foods, introduced new red mini tacos and beef enchiladas to its foodservice line.

“As the economy continues to struggle, consumers are looking for more value from their out-of-home dining...

Dave & Buster's To Report Fiscal 2009 Second Quarter Results

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 22:22:00 0500

DALLAS-(Business Wire)-September 3, 2009 - Dave & Buster's, Inc., a leading operator of high volume entertainment/dining complexes, today announced that it plans to report financial results for its second quarter 2009 before the Market opens on September 10, 2009.

SUPERVALU to Participate at Goldman Sachs 16th Annual Global Retailing Conference

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 20:05:00 0500

MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-September 3, 2009 - SUPERVALU INC. (NYSE:SVU) CEO and President Craig Herkert and CFO Pamela Knous will address attendees of the Goldman Sachs 16^th Annual Global Retailing Conference in New York City on Thursday September 10, 2009 at approximately 3:00 PM...

California Pizza Kitchen to Present at the RBC Capital Markets Consumer Conference

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 19:00:00 0500

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-September 3, 2009 - California Pizza Kitchen, Inc. (Nasdaq: CPKI) announced today that management will be presenting at the RBC Capital Markets Consumer Conference in New York, New York on Wednesday, September 16, 2009 at 9:00 a.m. ET.

Interested...

Chef Martin Yan Leads Epicurean Adventure in Hong Kong

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 18:14:00 0500

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-September 3, 2009 - Yan Can Cook, but can you? You certainly will after this trip, a seven-day/five-night (Oct. 26-Nov. 1) Hong Kong adventure with one of PBS’ most popular chefs, Martin Yan of “Yan Can Cook.” Not only that, you’ll learn a lot more about fine...

Fitch Affirms NuCO2 Funding LLC, Series 2008-1 Notes; Assigns Stable Outlook

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 16:59:00 0500

CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-September 3, 2009 - Fitch Ratings affirms and assigns a Rating Outlook to NuCO2 Funding LLC, series 2008-1 notes as follows:

— $75,000,000 class B-1 at 'BB'; Outlook Stable.

The notes are backed by cash flows generated by...

Starbucks Appoints Three Key Leadership Roles

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 16:00:00 0500

SEATTLE-(Business Wire)-September 3, 2009 - Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ:SBUX) today announced the appointment of Annie Young-Scrivner to global chief marketing officer. She will be responsible for the global marketing and product strategy for the Starbucks brand. Michelle Gass will serve...

Cracker Barrel to Offer Exclusive Webkinz™ Pet

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 14:30:00 0500

LEBANON, Tenn.-(Business Wire)-September 3, 2009 - With his soft pink paws and snout, and realistic detailing, Opossum is sure to win the hearts of many when he makes his debut exclusively at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store^®. Opossum is the new ultra-soft plush toy from...

Calavo Growers, Inc. Posts Higher Fiscal 2009 Third Quarter Results

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 13:00:00 0500

SANTA PAULA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 3, 2009 - Calavo Growers, Inc. (Nasdaq-GS:CVGW) today reported that fiscal 2009 third quarter net income rose 77 percent over the corresponding period last year, paced by a nearly 10 percent increase in revenue. Double-digit fresh avocado sales growth...

Business Wire Retail Report on August 2009 Retail Sales Figures

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 12:45:00 0500

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 3, 2009 - Business Wire's Monthly Retail Report is available on the day that retail sales figures for the previous month's sales are announced by the various retailers nationwide, usually the first Thursday of each month.

The Retail Report is...

Carl’s Jr.® Opens First Restaurant in Shanghai, China

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 12:13:00 0500

CARPINTERIA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 3, 2009 - CKE Restaurants, Inc.(NYSE:CKR) today announced the opening of its first Carl’s Jr.^® restaurant in Shanghai, China. This marks the first of more than 100 Carl’s Jr. units planned in the municipalities of...

CKE Restaurants, Inc. Announces Second Fiscal Quarter 2010 Conference Call and Webcast

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 12:00:00 0500

CARPINTERIA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 3, 2009 - CKE Restaurants, Inc. (NYSE: CKR) announced today that the Company will release its results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2010 on Wednesday, September 16,2009, after market close.

Management will hold a...

Souper Salad Boston's Group Tickets Soar with ONOSYS Online Ordering System

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 10:00:00 0500

CLEVELAND-(Business Wire)-September 3, 2009 - ONOSYS, a leading provider of online and mobile ordering technologies for fast-casual, quick-service and pizza restaurants, has completed the installation of its online ordering system at four-unit Souper Salad Boston, a fresh salad, soup and wrap...

Mission Burrito to Open Sixth Location in Sugar Land

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 21:24:00 0500

HOUSTON-(Business Wire)-September 2, 2009 - Mexican Restaurants, Inc., one of the largest Mexican-only themed restaurant companies in the United States, announced today that it will open its sixth Mission Burrito location on September 14th in Sugar Land. The new location will be at Lake Pointe...

Starbucks to Present at Goldman Sachs Global Retailing Conference

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 20:10:00 0500

SEATTLE-(Business Wire)-September 2, 2009 - Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) will be presenting on Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at the Goldman Sachs Global Retailing Conference in New York. Troy Alstead, executive vice president and cfo, will address conference attendees at approximately...

Famous Dave’s Bar-B-Que Opens Restaurants in Thousand Oaks, California and Amarillo, Texas

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 19:30:00 0500

MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-September 2, 2009 - Famous Dave’s of America, Inc

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