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NYC approves soda ban; restaurant association responds
Big-margin soft drinks are good for operators' bottom lines.3 comments- Alicia Kelso -
McDonald's adding calorie information, testing fruit and veggie options
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Hurricane Isaac temporarily closed 100-plus Popeyes restaurants
Hurricane Isaac forced the temporary closure of 104 Popeyes restaurants for periods of approximately 1 to 5 days. All restaurants have since reopened. Consistent with past experience, in the days … -
McDonald's comp sales rebound in August
After a slight slip in global comp sales in July, McDonald's rebounded with a 3.7 percent increase in August. Performance by segment was as follows: U.S. up 3.0 percent; Europe up 3.1 percent; and … -
Analyst: Wendy's experiencing weak demand for breakfast tests
As the breakfast daypart continues to experience staggering growth in the QSR segment, Wendy's may be having a hard time trying to garner its piece of the market. According to CBS News, KeyBanc … -
Would you like points with that? QSRs serve up loyalty programs
QSRs are beginning to experience the benefits of adopting robust digital loyalty programs, including bigger transactions. -
How one QSR maintains a low employee turnover rate
Lion's Choice president discusses company's competitive benefits and strong culture.- Alicia Kelso -
Commentary: How to build customer demand counter-intuitively
By limiting capacity, while maintaining good quality and service, operators can assure that demand remains high.1 comment -
On deck at Taco Bell: Flamas and Cool Ranch Doritos tacos
Hoping to continue its momentum from the Doritos Locos Taco line, Taco Bell is currently testing new Doritos shell flavors -- Flamas and Cool Ranch. According to the OC Register, this test comes as … -
Checkers, Rally's up for sale by private equity owner
Tampa, Fla.-based Checkers Drive-In Restaurants Inc. could be up for sale by owner and private equity company Wellspring Capital Management. According to Reuters, Wellspring has hired North Point … -
Del Taco signs 20-unit development agreement
Del Taco has completed a 20-unit development agreement with Larry Blumberg & Associates, a hospitality operator based in Dothan, Ala., that will take the Del Taco brand to new markets in Alabama … -
Del Taco selects new agency of record
Del Taco has selected San Francisco-based agency Camp + King as its lead advertising agency of record. Camp + King will lead all strategic branding and creative efforts with the goal of evolving and … -
Wendy's franchisee implements RTIconnect back office software
Allen Properties LLC, a Florida-based Wendy's operator owned by Mike Allen, has implemented RTIconnect back office software. The system, Allen said, is more accurate, provides more information and is … -
Foodservice habits of the college Millennial becoming clear
Culinary preferences, such as meatless and global cuisines should influence industry for a long time.- Alicia Kelso -
Krispy Kreme aims to create more doughnut occasions
Company will also continue to ramp up specialty beverage platform.- Alicia Kelso -
Czech McDonald's hosting electric car charging station
McDonald's Corp. in the Czech Republic has partnered with power company CEZ to open a charging station for electric cars. According to the Wall Street Journal, the McDonald's station is the 25th … -
Rita's, Bojangles among fastest growing U.S. companies
Inc.'s Top 500 list's food and beverage category dominated by fast casual brands.- Alicia Kelso -
Brazilian KFC, Pizza Hut franchisee reports 22 percent sales jump
Brazil Fast Food Corp., the second largest quick-service restaurant chain in Brazil operating Yum! Brands' KFC and Pizza Hut São Paulo, announced financial results for the second quarter ended … -
What works for Subway's top media agency
Summit Group Communications has stuck to Subway's health, indulgence and value messaging pillars.- Alicia Kelso -
Burger King sells 121 units to franchisee
Burger King Corp. has sold 121 restaurants to Heartland Food Corp., the company's second largest franchisee in the world. According to Omaha.com, the deal includes 51 units in the Omaha, Neb., area …
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