Trends & Tidbits
Trends & Tidbits gathers snippets of information that includes trends, spotlights new restaurants, highlights innovations and more.
Radisson Blu Debuts First North American Luxury Hotel in Chicago
- Published on Monday, April 02, 2012
The Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, which debuted the first upscale Radisson Blu brand hotel in the United States in Chicago late last year, is pursuing LEED silver certification.
Let’s YO Yogurt Teams up with Gyms
- Published on Thursday, March 01, 2012
Frozen yogurt, which saw a growth spurt during during and after the recession thanks to low price points and positioning as a healthy lunch alternative or snack, is still going strong.
Bloop Focuses on Special Needs Diets and Charities
- Published on Thursday, March 01, 2012
In Lynchburg, Va., Bloop, a frozen yogurt chain, has opened two stores.
Chicago Pizza Chain Gets Thinner
- Published on Thursday, March 01, 2012
Noah Himmel, the third-generation owner of the Chicago-based Edwardo's Pizza chain, introduced a new concept focused on thinner, lighter pizza — a departure from the chain's signature cheesy, calorie-dense, deep dish pies.
Chicago’s Uncommon Ground Named “Greenest” Restaurant in America
- Published on Wednesday, February 01, 2012
Uncommon Ground, located on Chicago's North Side, has been named the Greenest Restaurant in the Country by the Green Restaurant Association (GRA). Each Certified Green Restaurant goes through a thorough process of certification to meet the GRA's environmental standards.
Chipotle’s ShopHouse a Hit
- Published on Monday, January 02, 2012
Since unveiling the new Asian-inspired quick-serve concept ShopHouse in September 2011, Chipotle execs say they’ve filled their Washington D.C.-based pilot store on a daily basis and are thrilled that it’s been well-received, though no specific sales numbers were yet available.
Tabletop Trends: Party Inspirations
- Published on Monday, October 03, 2011
Simplicity is the new trend this fall and winter, according to Blue Plate Catering in Chicago.
Camille’s Sidewalk Café Launches iPad Initiative
- Published on Thursday, September 01, 2011
Going green can help restaurants become more efficient.
Market Research: Cleanliness is…Tastiness?
- Published on Monday, August 01, 2011
Cleanliness is just as important as taste when it comes to selecting restaurants, according to foodservice research firm Technomic.
Grillin’ Season: One Restaurant Chef Designs His Own Robata Grill
- Published on Monday, August 01, 2011
A new trend in grilling has emerged as a slew of restaurants in Las Vegas, New York, Chicago and other major metropolitan markets experiment with an ancient Japanese technique. Known as robata, this approach uses special charcoal and stones and is known for its powerful heat and low smoke point.
Concept Closeup: Pronto Café & Bakery
- Published on Friday, July 01, 2011
Breakfast, lunch or dinner — and a dance — that's the new concept from the owners of the popular Bar Bambino café and wine bar in San Francisco.
