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Commentary: The Extended Hours Debate
As Burger King executives decide to restrict late-night operations, here's a look at the issue from a loss prevention perspective.
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Popeyes commits to NRA ProStart program
January 3, 2011
The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation’s (NRAEF) fundraising initiative has officially kicked off, benefiting its ProStart program, a…
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Culvers taking a healthful approach
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
QSR chain launches Mindful Choices program to promote nutrition.
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McDonalds oatmeal now available
January 2, 2011
McDonald’s has officially upped the ante on the quick-service breakfast wars with a national roll out of its new fruit and maple oatmeal.
read nowBojangles ready for Atlanta expansion
January 2, 2011
Bojangles’ Famous Chicken ‘N Biscuits plans to open 25 units in the metro Atlanta area within the next five years.
read nowKFC slapped with tax bill
January 2, 2011
KFC Corp. has been ordered to hand over almost $250,000 in unpaid corporate income taxes to the state of Iowa.
read nowJersey Mikes rolls out Chicka-Phila-Roni, online ordering
January 2, 2011
For a limited-time only, Jersey Mike’s Subs is offering its Chicka-Phila-Roni in celebration of the chain’s 55th anniversary. The sub will be available through…
read nowRestaurant Performance Index posts November decline
January 2, 2011
As a result of a downtick in same-store sales and customer traffic levels, the National Restaurant Association’s Restaurant Performance Index (RPI) fell below…
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Menu labeling is HOT for 2011!
by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com
As the New Year began, California decided to stand firm and strong on a very interesting topic for anyone that is in the food service business: menu…
read nowPopeyes parent completes $100 million credit facility
December 29, 2010
AFC Enterprises Inc., parent company of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, has completed a new, five-year, $100 million credit facility.
read nowCalifornians now able to count calories
December 29, 2010
Federal guidelines stipulating the display of nutritional information at restaurants will begin rolling out in March. California, however, is getting a head…
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McDonalds accused of violating privacy
December 29, 2010
McDonald’s is one of four companies accused of using their Internet ads to mine for consumer data, including websites visited, and ultimately invading the…
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Endurance, determination & training
by Paul Mcginnis — Vice President, Marketing, Ecolab Food Safety Specialties
It was my junior year in high school. I had always wanted to play basketball but due to a variety of circumstances did not have the chance… until now. I…
read nowSubway salutes veterans with new franchise program
December 28, 2010
Subway has introduced a new program for military veterans designed to reduce their costs associated with the purchase of a new franchise.
read nowCNBC gets icy response from Cold Stone Creamery
December 28, 2010
CNBC’s documentary “Behind the Counter: The Untold Story of Franchising,” which aired Dec. 15, seemed to peel back the layers of the $1.3 trillion franchising…
read nowLegends of McRib video winner named
December 28, 2010
Some passion for the McDonald’s McRib and a little video dexterity earned Sawyer Frye, 22, a trip to Germany and $10,000. The Carthage, N.C., man won the grand…
read nowDunkin Donuts introduces egg white wraps
December 28, 2010
Dunkin’ Donuts has long been a popular breakfast destination, but now it’s offering a host of healthy alternatives in addition to its famous Munchkins.
read nowTaco Bell celebrates bowl season in the end zone
December 27, 2010
As we eagerly wait to see if Oregon or Auburn will be crowned college football king in the Bowl Championship Series (BCS) game Jan. 10 in Glendale, Ariz., Taco…
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Carls Jr. and Hardees launch comprehensive mobile app
December 27, 2010
As restaurant chains increasingly add mobile application programs, online loyalty rewards and location-based marketing to their repertoire, CKE Restaurants has…
read nowChurchs Chicken offers up a snack
December 27, 2010
Church’s Chicken has added the Chicken Mini Sandwich to its menu. The hand-held, portable item was launched behind strong consumer demand and after a…
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