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In a notable strategic shift, Rubbermaid Commercial Products is expanding its sales force to include manufacturers’ reps, and creating a distinct foodservice channel sales structure.…

The restaurant landscape in the Middle East continues to fill with a diverse array of U.S. chains. In a region where the average daily temperature…

Virginia “Ginny” Heil, who worked in the E&S industry for nearly 40 years, died June 24. She was 54. Heil joined Moccia Enterprises in Riverton,…

San Diego-based DM&A Inc., the largest healthcare foodservice consulting firm in North America, has formed a strategic alliance for healthcare and educational foodservice design projects…

Schlotzsky’s has signed 75 franchise agreements in New Jersey and Texas for 25 tri-branded restaurants that would house its eponymous brand plus Cinnabon and Carvel…

In the United Kingdom, doughnuts may well be gaining on scones. According to the five-year plans of Krispy Kreme U.K., the chain will double its…

Pizza Hut is getting bigger, literally, in India. India Retailing reports all recent and future Pizza Hut locations will cover up to 3,000 sq. ft., some…

Continuing its goal of becoming the primary quick-service chain in convenience stores, Quiznos plans to open restaurants in 53 Tampa, Fla.-area Hess Corp. gas stations.…

The cupcake craze sweeps the South. Beautiful Brands Int’l. has inked its first multiunit deal for its Smallcakes Cupcakery: 25 stores will open in North…

Salad and sandwich chain Tossed has inked a deal to develop new outlets throughout Boston. The chain opened its first unit there in 2007. In…