Officials from the family-dining chain said the promotional menu would offer the kind of indulgent offerings Denny’s has introduced successfully over the years, such as Red Velvet Pancake Puppies and a Holiday Turkey Melt, as well as movie-themed kids’ items like Arthur’s Christmas Cookie Pancakes and Arthur’s Milk & Cookies Shake.
The “Taste of the Holidays” menu also includes seasonal touches to Denny’s Build Your Own Grand Slam, like Bread Pudding French Toast, Brown Sugar Ham Steak and Pumpkin Pie Pancakes. The Holiday Turkey Dinner features turkey breast, stuffing, gravy, cranberry sauce and a choice of two sides, while the Holiday Turkey Melt turns that combination into a portable sandwich. The melt combines sliced turkey breast, stuffing and melted Swiss cheese on grilled potato bread with cranberry-honey mustard spread.
Wendy's new CEO discusses menu news
In his first conference call with investors since being named chief executive of The Wendy’s Co., Emil Brolick discussed menu news, from the successful launch of Dave’s Hot ‘N Juicy Cheeseburger to ongoing testing of the brand’s breakfast platform.
Brolick also announced the introduction later this month of the W sandwich, an offering with two 2.5-ounce burger patties and premium ingredients from the Dave’s burger, but at a $2.99 price point between the newly launched item and burgers offered on the 99-cent My 99 Everyday Value Menu.
Wendy’s management had said the test of Dave’s Hot ‘N Juicy Cheeseburger drove same-store sales increases 2 percent to 3 percent above the rest of the system’s results.
Papa John's abandons Coke for rival Pepsi
Papa John’s Pizza will end its exclusive 25-year relationship with Coca-Cola and start serving Pepsi in its U.S. stores, beginning in January.
The switch by the Louisville-based restaurant chain is a blow to Coke in the competition between the nation’s two beverage giants in their efforts to advance their fountain-restaurant businesses.
The companies have worked diligently to secure exclusive contracts with several restaurants: Pepsi also has Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and KFC; Coke is aligned with McDonald’s, Subway and Wendy’s.
McDonald's announces @MeEncant to engage with Latino followers
McDonald's USA is expanding its social media strategy with the launch of @MeEncanta, McDonald's official Twitter handle focused on its growing number of Spanish-tweeting fans living in the U.S.
The new social media channel offers followers the latest news about McDonald's menu, exclusive promotions, as well as information on the company's different initiatives to support the community in the areas of education, music and sports.
Walmart gets crafty with bigger beer selection
In another sign that the fast-growing segment is going mainstream, the nation’s largest company and biggest beer seller is planning to add shelf space to accommodate more craft brews.
Local store managers will have a big say in which new beers will be stocked where.
While craft beer still only commands about 5 percent of the beer market, these smaller, mostly regional brands are the only bright spot in beer, growing at a 14 percent clip compared with a 2 percent decline in the overall beer category.
New StarKist Autentico offers three Hispanic-inspired line
StarKist Co has announced the launch of its Hispanic-inspired Autentico canned tuna line. Available at Walmart nationwide, Autentico products blend StarKist tuna with bold spices such as red, chili and jalapeno peppers along with vegetables .
Seafood takes center stage in dietary guidelines
Eating fish is good for you...and the U.S. Department of Agriculture and leading nutrition researchers agree.
With the release of the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans last year, seafood takes center stage with a strong recommendation for all Americans to double the amount of seafood they eat. Incorporating more seafood in your diet is an easy way to eat right and following are some benefits:
Calorie Control: Seafood is a lean protein and it’s lower in calories than other protein choices. In addition, seafood is low in saturated fat, cholesterol and trans fat.
Nutrient rich: Along with fruits and vegetables, seafood is a naturally, nutrient-rich food and it is an excellent source of B vitamins, Vitamin D, and Selenium.
Good for Your Heart:
According to The American Heart Association, research has shown that people who eat at least 2 servings of seafood a week have lower rates of heart disease than people who eat less.
Source of Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Seafood provides an important source of Omega-3 fatty acids, especially DHA and EPA which are linked to improved brain and eye development in infants. The recommendations reaffirm that women who are pregnant or hoping to become pregnant can safely eat 8 to 12 oz of most types of cooked seafood a week.
Mimi's Café expands value positioning
Mimi’s Café is extending its “Value Revolution” positioning with the debut of Mimi’s My Way 1-2-3.
The offer lets customers build a two- or three-course meal consisting of one full-price entrée with soup or salad for an additional $2, or a soup or salad with a Petite Dessert for an additional $3.
Two-course meal options include garden or Caesar salad or a cup of soup: café corn chowder, French onion, roasted tomato and basil bisque, or one of seven soups that change daily.
Petite Dessert options for the three-course meal include bread pudding, apple cinnamon crisp, a triple chocolate brownie or chocolate mousse.
Meredith completes acquisition of Every Day with Rachael Ray
Meredith Corporation and Reader’s Digest Association announced they have completed the agreement for Meredith to acquire Every Day with Rachael Ray magazine and its related digital assets. In addition, Meredith announced it has finalized a 10-year licensing agreement with Watch Entertainment Inc. for the award-winning brand.
The acquisition includes the popular magazine that’s published 10 times annually with a 7.4 million audience and 1.7 million ratebase.
The first issue of Every Day with Rachael Ray published under the Meredith banner will be February 2012, available on newsstands in early January.
Did you know
One in three Americans say turkey is their favorite lunchmeat. Next up is roast beef, followed by ham.
One third of men prefer roast beef on their sandwich, but only one in five women prefer roast beef.
Half of Americans say that potato chips are their favorite sandwich side dish, whereas only 10 percent select fruit or veggies to accompany their sandwich.
One in four Americans say they like their lunch meats sweet, such as honey ham.
More than one third of Americans eat lunch at their desk at work, whereas only six percent regularly eat lunch at a restaurant.
Scotch whisky in a can? Yes we can!
Scotch whisky in a can, yes we said a can, is entering the U.S. Market. Both single-grain Scotch whisky and blended Scotch whisky will be coming to the U,S, in a new and innovative way.
Scotch whisky in a can is the first ever hard liquor – 80 percent proof – to be packaged in a 100 percent recyclable aluminum can.
Scottish Spirits in a can is a product of Scotland and will be available nationwide at over 100,000 liquor stores beginning December.
Scottish Spirits can be purchased in a recyclable aluminum can (12 fl oz./355ml.) The U.S. suggested retail price is $5 for a single can. Prices may vary.
The Grocery Game Announces The Kitchen:
A Social Media Hub For Savings-Conscious Cooks
The Grocery Game, the world’s largest savings website, announces a development aimed at taking the social media experience from the computer into the kitchen. The Kitchen targets savings-conscious grocery shoppers and provides a hub where they can exchange healthy and budget-friendly menus for free.
By tapping into the resources of The Grocery Game’s world’s biggest database of localized grocery savings, The Kitchen, provides instantaneous, nutritious and incredible money-saving recipes.
The Kitchen’s catalog holds invaluable information that allows cooks to browse or search or share recipes.
The Kitchen’s mission is to engage all cooks through an incredible social experience allowing them to rate and/or like and comment on recipes. Cooks can also follow the seasoned and influential authors of their favorites so they stay up-to-date with the newest creations in The Kitchen.
For more information about The Grocery Game, visit http://www.thegrocerygame.com.