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August 28, 2008
Listen In: Wingstop Gives Flying Lessons
In July Wingstop celebrated its 20th consecutive quarter of comparable-store-sales increases—not a common feat in ordinary times. Listen in as James Flynn, president and CEO of the 400-unit, Dallas-based chicken-wing concept, shares what keeps Wingstop growing. Read the full story >>
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Among Asian entrees studied, the top three best selling in noncommercial operations are stir-fry chicken (47%), teriyaki chicken (36%) and fried rice (32%).
Source: R&I, 2007 Menu Census

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Is This What Waiters Really Think About Customers?
Steve Dublanica, author of "Waiter Rant: Thanks for the Tip--Confessions of a Cynical Waiter," has a few tips for customers: "Remember that 'tips' spelled backward is spit. Please don't order something that's not on the menu. Don't order sushi in an Italian restaurant. The chef is talented, but it's probably a guy named Julio making your food." Does his attitude reflect most servers' opinions? Read the full story >>
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Posters Kick Off New Burger King TV Spots
Oversized "Wanted" posters that identify the Burger King "King" are about to start appearing in restaurants nationwide to support an ad campaign that promotes value menu items. Read the full story >>
No Raises for Starbucks Execs
Coffee giant Starbucks Corp. said Chief Executive Howard Schultz and other top managers won't get a raise in the next fiscal year as the company tries to boost profit. Read the full story >>
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R&I blogs fill you in on the latest insights, ideas and opinions circling the restaurant industry. Get involved—ask questions and add your own observations. See what our industry bloggers have to say today in the blogs exclusive to rimag.com. Click here to BLOG!


Food: Making Best Use of Bottled Sauces
Bottled sauces earn their keep in surprising and expected places, helping build flavors, save labor and ensure consistency. Read the full story >>
UK Report: Food Inflation Fuels Local Sourcing
UK hotels are sourcing locally, renegotiating with suppliers and using cheaper cuts to combat rocketing food inflation, R&I sister publication Caterer has found. Read the full story >>



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