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Miami Herald
12-06-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Famous fast-food chain unveils bold new menu to win back customers
Expanding its menu from basic dishes to chef-curated creations may seem like an unexpected choice for a fast-casual restaurant. However, when aiming to attract a bigger audience, range is key if a chain needs to appeal to more taste buds. Don't miss the move: Subscribe to TheStreet's free daily newsletter A slowdown in consumer spending and inflation have started to affect even the most popular restaurant chains, causing many to close locations due to underperformance and sales declines. Related: McDonald's brings back unexpected breakfast item after 6 years Companies tend to make this move as a last resort to mitigate financial strain and reduce costs, so no more unnecessary debt accumulates. However, one restaurant chain made a strategic move that has worked in its favor, as it has managed to turn around its declining numbers. Image source: Shutterstock Noodles & Company has partnered with Food Network to release four new noodle-based dishes, renowned as the network's favorites. These new entrées were hand-picked by Food Network and include Basil Pesto Cavatappi, Buffalo Chicken Ranch Mac & Cheese, Rigatoni Rosa with Parmesan Chicken, and Lemon Garlic Shrimp Scampi. More Food News: Popular chicken chain menu brings back fan-favorite value combosPopular chicken chain launches its version of McDonald's wrapsPopular fast-food burger chain aims major comeback amid closures "We're excited to introduce guests to a lineup of reimagined favorites and bold new flavors that showcase our culinary expertise," said Noodles & Company SVP of Marketing Stephen Kennedy in a press release. "It's an honor to have four of our most popular noodle bowls selected by the experts at Food Network as 'Food Network Favorites.' These dishes promise to deliver comfort, indulgence, and creativity in every bowl - just as we always strive to do," he added. To strengthen its business, Noodles & Company (NDLS) initiated a menu revamp in March, adding new dishes and improving fan favorites to better meet consumer demands and attract new audiences. Related: Popular fast-food burger chain to open first store in new market This menu transformation resonated well with consumers, driving an increase in sales during the first quarter of 2025. Total revenues were up 2% compared to the prior year, and same-store sales increased 4.4% system-wide. However, in May 2025, Noodles & Company shared plans to close some of its more than 450 restaurants, including approximately 13 to 17 company-owned and four franchise locations in 2025. The chain attributed these closures to higher food costs and increased marketing expenses. This new round of menu improvements in partnership with Food Network might be just what Noodles & Company needs to prevent further restaurant closures. Related: Veteran fund manager unveils eye-popping S&P 500 forecast The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Noodles & Company's New Menu Features "Food Network Favorites" Curated Selections
Four Dishes Hand-Selected from Noodles & Company's Bold New Menu Featured Nationwide Beginning May 29 BROOMFIELD, Colo., June 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Noodles & Company (NASDAQ: NDLS), the fast-casual favorite known for its globally inspired noodle bowls, has partnered with Food Network, the authority in all things flavor, to unveil four entrees that have been crowned "Food Network Favorites." This partnership between two established leaders celebrates the creativity, culinary craftsmanship, and unbeatable value that Noodles & Company is known for, now curated by some of the most trusted experts in the industry. In March, Noodles unveiled its reinvented menu, featuring bold new flavors and reimagined classics at the forefront. With more than two-thirds of the menu new or improved, this reinvention is more than just a refresh; it's a testament to Noodles' culinary craftsmanship, designed to satisfy every guest. Through this dedication to bold, expertly crafted dishes, Noodles is not only delighting longtime fans but also attracting new guests and new fans. "As the authority on all things flavor, Food Network is always looking to highlight delicious food finds for our fans, and this partnership is another way to deliver on that mission," said Lauren Burack, Senior Vice President, Marketing, Food Network & HGTV. "Noodles & Company excels in crafting delicious, noodle-focused dishes, and the new menu reflects that, but these four stood out as clear favorites to our team, showcasing the perfect combination of craveable taste and incredible value." Meet The "Food Network Favorites"Hand-picked by Food Network, Noodles & Company's "Food Network Favorites" are tailored to perfection and include: Basil Pesto Cavatappi: A fan-favorite made even better, now featuring more of its signature basil pesto sauce, fire-roasted tomatoes, and aged Parmesan for deeper flavor in every forkful. Buffalo Chicken Ranch Mac & Cheese: Elbow noodles in creamy cheddar and jack cheese sauce, topped with parmesan-crusted chicken, tangy Buffalo sauce, green onions, crispy onions, and a drizzle of ranch. A flavor explosion that had the pros coming back for seconds. Rigatoni Rosa with Parmesan Chicken: Reimagined with heartier rigatoni noodles, a richer spicy tomato cream sauce, slow-roasted tomatoes, and 18-month aged Parmesan. A comforting classic turned up. Lemon Garlic Shrimp Scampi: Fettuccine noodles in a savory garlic butter sauce with sautéed shrimp, cherry tomatoes, spinach, artichoke hearts, and a splash of lemon. Fresh, light, and full of vibrant summer flavor. "Food Network knows food, and Noodles & Company knows noodles—making this partnership a natural fit," said Stephen Kennedy, SVP of Marketing at Noodles & Company. "We're excited to introduce guests to a lineup of reimagined favorites and bold new flavors that showcase our culinary expertise. It's an honor to have four of our most popular noodle bowls selected by the experts at Food Network as 'Food Network Favorites.' These dishes promise to deliver comfort, indulgence, and creativity in every bowl—just as we always strive to do." Crafted to Impress. Priced to you're craving comfort or new flavors, Noodles & Company offers elevated dishes made with high-quality ingredients, all at a reasonable price. With easy online ordering and fast, reliable delivery, enjoying chef-crafted meals at home, in the office, or on the go has never been easier. Experience the bold new flavors, exclusively at Noodles & Company locations nationwide. About Noodles & Company Since 1995, Noodles & Company has been on a mission to own the noodle, serving up craveable flavors and fresh, made-to-order dishes that bring comfort, adventure, and discovery to every bowl. From indulgent, cheesy Mac to globally inspired favorites like Japanese Pan Noodles, the menu is crafted for every taste, with options to satisfy, surprise, and inspire. With more than 460 restaurants and a team of passionate noodle lovers, Noodles is a brand built on flavor, innovation, and a culture that celebrates its people. Recognized as one of America's Favorite Restaurants and Best Loyalty Programs by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025, and one of the Most Trustworthy Companies in America, Noodles continues to redefine what it means to be a fast- casual favorite. The brand has also been honored as one of Forbes' Best Employers for Diversity (2021–2024) and Best Employers for Women (2021, 2024), while QSR has named it one of the Best Brands to Work For in both 2022 and 2023. Noodles believes in the power of great food, great people, and great experiences. That means investing in industry-leading team member benefits, fostering an inclusive culture, and continuously evolving to meet the needs of its guests. To learn more and to find the location nearest you, visit About Food Network Food Network is a unique lifestyle network, website and magazine that connects viewers to the power and joy of food. The network strives to be viewers' best friend in food and is committed to leading by teaching, inspiring, empowering and entertaining through its talent and expertise. Food Network is distributed to more than 74 million U.S. households and draws an average of 50 million unique web users monthly with a social footprint of 71 million, while Food Network Magazine reaches 11 million readers. Food Network is part of Warner Bros. Discovery (NASDAQ: WBD), a leading global media and entertainment company that creates and distributes the world's most differentiated and complete portfolio of content and brands across television, film and streaming. Available in more than 220 countries and territories and 50 languages, Warner Bros. Discovery inspires, informs and entertains audiences worldwide through its iconic brands and products which also include: Discovery Channel, Max, discovery+, CNN, DC, Eurosport, HBO, HBO Max, HGTV, OWN, Investigation Discovery, TLC, Magnolia Network, TNT, TBS, truTV, Travel Channel, MotorTrend, Animal Planet, Science Channel, Warner Bros. Film Group, Warner Bros. Television Group, Warner Bros. Games, New Line Cinema, Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, Turner Classic Movies, Discovery en Español, Hogar de HGTV and others. For more information, please visit Noodles & Company Media Contact:Danielle Moore, press@ Food Network Media Contact:Danielle McLaughlin, View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Noodles & Company
Irish Independent
27-05-2025
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Cloughbawn win Over-35 derby against Shelburne with goal from Kennedy
After a hard fought-game, it was the away side who claimed the points and the bragging rights for a few weeks at least as a Stephen Kennedy goal midway through the first-half proved to be the difference. In this group's other game played in Danescastle on Friday evening, home side Corach Ramblers went top of the table after a somewhat disjointed display against a hard-working Duncannon. Corach were two up inside the first ten minutes after a double from Brian O'Connor. To their credit the visitors got back into the game and went close on a couple of occasions. A penalty from Barry Molloy pulled a goal back, but Alan Diskin made sure of the points late on for the home side. In Crystal Script Engraving Group B, Ballymurn Celtic hosted All Blacks and after a good hard game the sides couldn't be separated. Paul Walsh was on target for the home team and Mark Corish replied for the visitors. Crossabeg entertained Taghmon United in the game of the night as an end-to-end contest developed and the two teams went toe-to-toe. Two wonderful 30-yard free-kicks from Vinnie Sullivan and Fergal Buckley for Crossabeg were bettered by a Seamie McLoughlin brace and an own goal. In Group C, Kilmore United hosted Rosslare Strand and, after an even opening 20 minutes, the home side proved too strong for their opponents and ran out convincing 6-0 winners. Craig McGuire hit a hat-trick along with a goal apiece for Jay Malone, Devin Furlong and Stevo Redmond. In the group's other game, Rosslare Rangers lost their first league tie in over two years as Forth Celtic made the trip down worthwhile, returning home with the three points to blow this group wide open. ADVERTISEMENT Learn more Patsy Malone and Anthony Hayes were on target for the winners, with Aaron Kehoe getting a last-minute consolation goal for the hosts. Finally, in South East Vegetables Group D, St. Joseph's with maximum points from their opening two games entertained Courtown Hibs. Scott Fitzpatrick took home the match ball after a hat-trick and a Stephen Davis goal had the Hibs 4-0 up before Gary O'Leary got a consolation goal for Joey's. Gorey Celtic and Arklow Town shared the points in a great game of football. John Lavery and Ger Carey were on target for Celtic, with Willie Kavanagh and Gavin Doyle replying for Arklow. With no action this weekend owing to the bank holiday, the games will resume on Friday, June 6 with last 16 games in the cup.
Yahoo
11-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Get a Taste of What's New: Noodles & Company Launches April Taste Tour with Bold New Flavors and Exclusive Daily Offers for Rewards Members
Noodles & Company Kicks Off 14 Days of Crave-Worthy Deals with $5 Creamy Cheddar Mac & Cheese BROOMFIELD, Colo., April 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Noodles & Company (NASDAQ: NDLS), the fast-casual favorite known for globally inspired noodle bowls, is inviting guests to explore its most significant menu refresh yet with 14 days of exclusive offers for Noodles Rewards members. Launching April 12, the Taste Tour celebrates bold new flavors and upgraded classics with daily deals available only through the Noodles Rewards program. New members who join the free program will unlock access to each day's offer, while existing members can opt into SMS notifications by texting SIGNUP to 47418 to receive daily announcements of exclusive dish deals. As a bonus, all members who opt-in via SMS will receive a special perk when the Taste Tour wraps up on April 26. "At Noodles & Company, we're all about delivering flavor-packed dishes and real value to our guests," said Stephen Kennedy, senior vice president of marketing at Noodles & Company. "With the launch of Taste Tour, we're giving Noodles Rewards members a front-row seat to explore the bold new flavors that define our refreshed menu. Every day brings a new reason to come back, try something crave-worthy, and experience just how delicious change can be. We can't wait for guests to dig in." Taste Tour Details The Taste Tour kicks off April 12 with a fan-favorite: a $5 regular bowl of Creamy Cheddar Mac & Cheese—made with tender elbow noodles, rich cheddar and jack cheese sauce, and topped with a melty sprinkle of shredded cheese. From there, Noodles Rewards members can enjoy 14 days of exclusive offers, including special pricing and BOGO deals on made-to-order favorites and bold new menu additions like Pulled Pork BBQ Mac & Cheese, Cajun Shrimp Fettuccine, and Rigatoni Rosa. These limited-time deals are the perfect excuse to taste your way through the elevated menu—now featuring bigger flavor, more satisfying portions, and exciting pairings for every palate. How to Join the Taste Tour Noodles Rewards is free and easy to join via the Noodles mobile app or at Members who sign up by April 12 will receive daily Taste Tour offers through April 25. From April 12 to April 25, Rewards members can visit any Noodles location nationwide to unlock these exclusive offers and discover what's new on the menu. Why Join Noodles Rewards? Noodles Rewards members earn points on every order that can be redeemed for fan favorites. Members also enjoy exclusive perks throughout the year—including surprise offers, special savings, and birthday rewards. About Noodles & Company Since 1995, Noodles & Company has been on a mission to own the noodle, serving up craveable flavors and fresh, made-to-order dishes that bring comfort, adventure, and discovery to every bowl. From indulgent, cheesy Mac to globally inspired favorites like Japanese Pan Noodles, the menu is crafted for every taste, with options to satisfy, surprise, and inspire. With more than 460 restaurants and a team of passionate noodle lovers, Noodles is a brand built on flavor, innovation, and a culture that celebrates its people. Recognized as one of America's Favorite Restaurants and Best Loyalty Programs by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025, and one of the Most Trustworthy Companies in America, Noodles continues to redefine what it means to be a fast- casual favorite. The brand has also been honored as one of Forbes' Best Employers for Diversity (2021–2024) and Best Employers for Women (2021, 2024), while QSR has named it one of the Best Brands to Work For in both 2022 and 2023. Noodles believes in the power of great food, great people, and great experiences. That means investing in industry-leading team member benefits, fostering an inclusive culture, and continuously evolving to meet the needs of its guests. To learn more and to find the location nearest you, visit Media Contact:Danielle Moorepress@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Noodles & Company Sign in to access your portfolio
