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April 1, 2011
Wendy’s Readies Equipment Rollout, Returns To Japan
Wendy’s/Arby’s Int’l., Columbus, Ohio, has announced new growth and expansion plans. Among them: a domestic product rollout requiring new equipment, a joint-venture deal to re-launch in Japan and further international expansion. Wendy’s operators have been asked to invest $13,000 to $23,000 per store in preparation for the national rollout this fall of the Dave’s Hot…
April 1, 2011
Johnny Rockets
The American hamburger concept continues to be ever popular throughout the world. Johnny Rockets has expanded into the Korean market, partnering with Shinsegae Food Co. to open its first restaurant in that country. Shinsegae plans to open five restaurants in Korea during the next five years. The 1,067-sq.-ft. Johnny Rockets restaurant is located in a…
April 1, 2011
NAFEM Honors Nackley, Nordell
More than 50 industry leaders were honored by the North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers during The NAFEM Show in February. John Nackley received the association’s highest honor, the 2011 William W. Carpenter Award, given to an industry professional who has contributed to NAFEM’s success and the enrichment of the foodservice industry. Nackley, president…
April 1, 2011
FreshBerry
Not only is FreshBerry marking its 40th unit opening, the chain is also celebrating its biggest overseas expansion. The frozen yogurt chain has signed a deal to open 12 stores in the Middle East, part of an agreement between parent Beautiful Brands Int’l. and Saudi-based United Food Co. In addition to opening stores in nine…
April 1, 2011
Chipotle Heads To France, Tests Asian
Chipotle Mexican Grill will open in France and is also testing a new Asian concept. The first international Chipotle, opened in London last May, has done so well that the chain is planning to open a Paris outlet later this year. Analysts estimate the Denver-based chain could have more than 100 outlets in Europe by…
April 1, 2011
IFMA Presents Silver Plate Winners
Nine industry professionals have been selected to receive the Int’l. Foodservice Manufacturers Association’s 2011 Silver Plate Awards. The annual awards honor winners for industry achievements, commitment to innovation and contributions to their segments and the foodservice industry as a whole. The ’11 Silver Plate winners: • Independents: Buzz Beler, owner, The Prime Rib, Washington, D.C….
April 1, 2011
Tax Incentive Makes Sense For Equipment Buyers
April may be tax month, but there are still eight months left this year to secure some important tax perks for purchasing or selling equipment. The Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010, signed by President Obama last September, provides tax relief for foodservice operations and small businesses and assistance in gaining access to…
March 28, 2011
Bans To Ban Toy Bans
Here’s a new one: Legislation to ban legislation. Last year’s San Francisco ban on toys in Happy Meals (and other children-directed fare) has prompted politicians in at least two states to propose legislation prohibiting cities and counties in their states from doing likewise and banning toys with meals. The Arizona House of Representatives recently passed…
March 28, 2011
Massachusetts Allergy Law Takes Effect
A first of its kind state law took effect last October in Massachusetts. It requires restaurants to post notices on their menus, asking customers to tell their server if anyone in their party has a food allergy. The law also requires hanging a poster in staff areas detailing food allergy information. Phase two of the…
March 28, 2011
Interior Design Regulation Heats Up
Legislation that would inhibit foodservice equipment dealers and others from practicing, or in some cases bidding on, interior design work continues to land in state legislatures. Much of the momentum is due to a 30-year legislative lobbying effort by the American Society of Interior Designers to require all interior designers be licensed for the “public’s…
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