Food, beverage and menu trends for restaurant and foodservice industry professionals, including articles, news, recipes, and exclusive research menu development, food and beverages, a recipes newsletter and more. en-us http://www.rimag.com/community/Food+%26amp%3B+Beverage/48493.html?nid=4138 2009 Reed Business Information. Subject to its Terms of Use. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:49:04 PST http://www.rimag.com/article/CA6706246.html?nid=4138 Inspired by the success of the Columbus Day and Halloween specials, the company plans to continue to offer value-driven incentives on various holidays throughout the year. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:53:00 PST http://www.rimag.com/article/CA6706237.html?nid=4138 T.G.I. Friday's announced it will feature eight half-price appetizers in the bar after 4 p.m. at nearly 600 participating restaurants in the U.S. beginning today through December 23. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:58:00 PST http://www.rimag.com/article/CA6705938.html?nid=4138 Following in the tradition of its popular Teriyaki Bowls, Jack in the Box introduces the Southwest Chicken Bowl (suggested price $4.29). Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:52:00 PST http://www.rimag.com/article/CA6705520.html?nid=4138 New video contest lets fans spice up the Baby Back Ribs jingle for prizes Thu, 05 Nov 2009 07:15:00 PST http://www.rimag.com/article/CA6705518.html?nid=4138 Convenience Retailer Introduces Yosemite Road Wines on Both Sides of the Globe Thu, 05 Nov 2009 07:13:00 PST http://www.rimag.com/article/CA6704103.html?nid=4138 Ethnic soups —particularly those from Italy, Asia and Mexico —offer intriguing alternatives to chicken noodle. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.rimag.com/article/CA6705298.html?nid=4138 The menu includes Macaroni & Cheese, Cinnamon Crumb Coffee Cake and and a Classic Gingerbread Man Cookie. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:47:00 PST http://www.rimag.com/article/CA6705277.html?nid=4138 Rodriguez, known as the father of Nuevo Latino cuisine, expands his Miami presence with D. Rodriguez Cuba, slated to open Dec. 1. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 07:56:00 PST http://www.rimag.com/article/CA6704940.html?nid=4138 Based on Web-site traffic at rimag.com, these were the most popular articles for October 2009. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:18:00 PST http://www.rimag.com/article/CA6704856.html?nid=4138 Technomic's forecast for alcohol sales in restaurants and bars predicts that the biggest declines will come in casual-dining and white-tablecloth restaurants. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:25:00 PST http://www.rimag.com/article/CA6704739.html?nid=4138 While spicy cocktails can heat up beverage sales, spice alone won’t carry a cocktail if it’s overbearingly piquant. Bartenders share some tips on heat management. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 09:45:00 PST http://www.rimag.com/article/CA6704733.html?nid=4138 A drop or two of bitters can add herbal depth to cocktails. But when steeped with chiles, so-called Hellfire Bitters also impart a punch of heat. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 09:25:00 PST http://www.rimag.com/article/CA6704473.html?nid=4138 Sometimes all that's needed to heat up beverage sales is a cocktail spiked with chiles, ginger, peppercorns or hot sauce. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.rimag.com/article/CA6704113.html?nid=4138 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.rimag.com/article/CA6704107.html?nid=4138 Chefs at The Culinary Institute of America's 2009 Latin Flavors, American Kitchens conference in San Antonio in October named their picks for the next breakout Latin American cuisine. Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.rimag.com/article/CA6704104.html?nid=4138 Four operators share perfect-for-fall takes on a classically comforting side dish. Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.rimag.com/article/CA6704145.html?nid=4138 Establishments from fine-dining to quick-service have a stake in the burger game, but fast-casual chains may be the ones truly fueling the fire. Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.rimag.com/article/CA6704144.html?nid=4138 At Proof on Main in Louisville, Ky., Executive Chef Michael Paley rich Italian Wedding soup takes cues from another traditional Italian recipe: Roman egg-drop soup. Right before serving, he stirs in a slurry of egg, Parmesan and semolina. Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.rimag.com/article/CA6704143.html?nid=4138 Carbonated sodas, drip coffees and Cabernets won’t be departing from drink menus anytime soon, but getting ahead of the competition demands beverage lineups that reach beyond the standard playbook. R&I's Beverage Census Study helps operators deliver the right mix. Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.rimag.com/article/CA6704142.html?nid=4138 Kraft's The Power of Oreo Web site shows operators the revenue benefits from branding Oreo and the cost savings of using Oreo cookies versus other chocolate cookie or candy pieces. Operators can access customizable merchandising materials and have a chance to receive 100 free Oreo Bendables figures for in-store promotion. Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST