Restaurant

California Fresh Fig Season Has Arrived

FRESNO - According to the California Fresh Fig Growers Association, California's Fresh Fig season started in May and will continue through mid-January. This year's first crop was plump and plentiful due to the rainy winter followed by a cool spring. Subsequent crops are expected to be just as beautiful and delicious.

"California's excellent climate combined with the sustainable practices of our dedicated fig farmers means we can all look forward to terrific fruit again this year," says Karla Stockli, Chief Executive Office of the California Fresh Fig Growers Association.

Sushi Litto - This Is Not The Sushi You Are Looking For

RESTAURANT REVIEW - If you are a true sushi lover this is not the sushi you are looking for. Opening Friday in Madera in the Market Place Shopping Center is SUSHI LITTO, a Sinaloa Style Sushi and Seafood Restaurant. Sinaloa Sushi hails from the Sinaloa Region of Mexico on the west banks of the Gulf of California. This is not your traditional Japanese Sushi that you might be used to.

My wife and I decided to give the place a try on their opening night. Within two minutes of sitting down the restaurant received the three strikes that it would normally take an entire evening to find, if I even find them at all. Strike one, the floor was dirty and I had to wipe food off my seat before I could sit down. Strike two, my wife ordered iced tea to drink and was told they don't have it on the menu. She then ordered a Diet Coke and the waitress brought her a rather expensive can of regular "Coke" (no fountain drinks). Strike three was when I asked the same waitress if there were any traditional Japanese rolls on the menu to which she answered, "All of them."

Cinnabon® Debuts Sausage Bites at Pilot Truck Stops

ATLANTA - After 30 years of baking of the world's sweetest treats, the masters of culinary pleasure at Cinnabon® are excited to announce the brand's foray into the savory breakfast space with its latest menu option, Cinnabon Sausage Bites. This delectable new product from Cinnabon is now available at participating locations nationwide.

This exciting new flavor innovation takes the amazingly fluffy Cinnabon dough that everybody loves, wraps it around a delicious breakfast sausage, and serves it up fresh-baked with a side of warm maple syrup or mustard– creating the ultimate breakfast (or anytime!) treat.

IHOP Puts a Smile in It's New Logo

GLENDALE, CA – For nearly 57 years, IHOP^® restaurants have helped millions of guests each week start their day with a smile. Today, with the launch of a new logo that prominently features just that, the brand will bring those smiles to life. And, to further demonstrate the IHOP commitment to smiles, the launch of the new logo will be celebrated with a series of “Summer of Smiles” activities devoted to those who, through service and other programs, help people smile

The logo change is the first in more than 20 years for the brand that was founded in 1958 in Toluca Lake, California. It exemplifies the iconic family-friendly restaurant’s commitment to continually evolve its look, feel and offerings to maintain its position as the leading restaurant brand in its category and stay ahead of trends to meet and exceed current guest expectations.Featuring elements consistent with the heritage of the brand—including the recognizable blue and red color scheme—combined with a more modern look and the prominent smile, the logo is representative of the brand’s mission.

McDonald's Announces Initial Steps In Turnaround Plan

OAK BROOK, Ill - McDonald's President and Chief Executive Officer Steve Easterbrook today announced the initial steps of the Company's turnaround plan including a restructuring of McDonald's worldwide business and financial updates.

"Today we are announcing the initial steps to reset and turn around our business," Easterbrook said. "As we look to shape McDonald's future as a modern, progressive burger company, our priorities are threefold - driving operational growth, returning excitement to our brand and unlocking financial value."