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Adult-only restaurant visits up for the first time in four years
According to new research from The NPD Group, adult-only restaurant visits increased by 1 percent in 2012, the first time in four years this category grew. Total restaurant traffic also rose 1 … -
Subway to plant flag in Kenya
Subway announced its plans to debut in Kenya as early as August. According to Business Daily Africa, the Connecticut-based chain is focused on the market because of a growing middle class and … -
Subway appoints VP of operations, director of product safety
The Subway restaurant chain announced that Suzanne Greco, vice president of Research and Development, is now also vice president of Operations, while veteran food safety specialist Wendy Maduff has … -
Carl's Jr., Hardee's plan entries in Denmark, Guatemala, Puerto Rico
CKE Restaurants hit a growth milestone this week with the 500th international restaurant opening of its Carl's Jr. and Hardee's brands. On April 6, Bright Star LLC, exclusive developer of Carl's Jr … -
Dunkin' Donuts uses LTO strategy to 'talk to customers'
Dunkin' is working on a loyalty program that makes sense with a franchised system.- Alicia Kelso -
Report: Chicken sandwiches now outnumber burgers on QSR menus
New research from Mintel compiled for Burger Business shows that the longstanding fast food burger wars may be evolving into the chicken sandwich wars. Chicken sandwiches have outnumbered burgers on … -
KFC calls boneless chicken launch a 'game changer'
On April 14, KFC will roll out a product the company claims took two to three years to develop — Original Recipe Boneless. The launch is in response to customer demand; nearly four in five … -
Wendy's breakfast pull back due to inconsistency
Having antiquated restaurants was affecting Wendy's ability to compete with traditional QSRs and fast casual brands.- Alicia Kelso -
QSR International expands Quiznos' presence in Latin America
QSR International has signed a 15-unit Quiznos development agreement for the country of Panama with Franquicias Premium Corporation, managed by Dimas Fajardo and Durland Duran, founders and partners … -
U-Swirl co-brands with Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
U-Swirl Inc., parent company of U-SWIRL Frozen Yogurt cafes, announced that the first U-Swirl and Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory co-branded location is open for business in Collierville, Tenn … -
SinglePlatform adds Yelp as menu publisher
SinglePlatform, a division of Constant Contact Inc., has added Yelp as a menu publisher in SinglePlatform's publishing partner network. Additionally, in the coming months, menu updates will go live … -
Whataburger adds philanthropic piece to Whatagames competition
Recently, Whataburger announced the 21 restaurants that emerged as finalists in the company's "WhataGames" competition, which tests team members in operations, corporate history and customer service … -
Dunkin' Donuts names new franchise group for W. Va.
Dunkin' Donuts announced the signing of a multi-unit store development agreement with new franchise group, Little General, for three new restaurants throughout West Virginia. The first restaurant is … -
A&W's mascot resurgence part of chain's bid to 'start fresh'
The director of marketing discusses the chain's focus on social media to attract new customers without alienating loyal fans.- Alicia Kelso -
QSR workers stage 'biggest strike in fast food history' today
An estimated 400 quick-service employees walked off their jobs today at more than 60 New York City restaurants. The Fast Food Forward organization, which helped facilitate today's event, claims it is … -
Franchise Association launches campaign for immigration reform debate
The International Franchise Association has launched an integrated advocacy campaign to "voice the needs of franchise business owners in the national debate over immigration reform." According to the … -
Del Taco plans 20 new Alabama, Florida locations
Del Taco franchisee Larry Blumberg & Associates has opened the first of its 20 planned Del Taco restaurants. The newest location is in Dothan, Ala., and features a 72-seat dining room, salsa bar … -
Tim Hortons outlines sodium reduction, sustainability efforts
Tim Hortons released its third annual Sustainability and Responsibility Report this week, highlighting the company's 2012 efforts and outlining goals for 2013 and beyond. "Sustainability and … -
Chick-fil-A earns high marks for service and community support
Attributes such as value, friendly service and order accuracy examined in a new report.- Alicia Kelso -
Free webinar gives tips on mobile payment security
Business owners are capitalizing on wireless technology to provide customers with new loyalty, payment and couponing programs. However, creating a mobile interface for customers to interact with can …
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