As a result of softer customer traffic levels and a somewhat dampened outlook among restaurant operators, the National Restaurant Association's Restaurant Performance Index (RPI) registered a moderate decline in September.

The agreement allows Inventure Foods to expand the TGI Friday's snack brand into new snack categories such as popcorn, corn snacks, snack mixes and tortilla chips.

Prior to joining Lamb Weston, he was president and chief operating officer of The Bruss Co.

On the other hand, allergen claims are expected to continue their rise.

Sweet ‘n Savour Fries can be fried or oven baked.

The new brand strategy also includes the elimination of the original foodservice brand: Cucina Andolina.

The move is in response to a consumer outcry.

Restaurants offering soup and salad now face considerable competition from the retail segment.

Trevor Bynum will join The Schwan Food Company on Jan. 27 as president of Schwan’s Food Service, Inc., bringing proven leadership, general management and marketing experience from the food industry.

Sysco will pay $3 billion in common stock and $500 million in cash for US Foods, the companies said.