Subway selects MicroStrategy's reporting solution

July 28, 2009

Subway has selected MicroStrategy Inc., as its provider of enterprise-wide reporting and analytics software for the sandwich chains network of more than 31,00…

Burger King recognized for workplace, supplier diversity

July 28, 2009

Black Enterprise magazine has named Burger King Corp. one of the "40 Best Companies for Diversity" in the publication's 5th Annual Diversity Report. BKC was…

Dunkin' Donuts gains ground in SW Fla.

July 28, 2009

The coffee wars are on in Southwest Florida. While Starbucks is closing some of its stores in the region, Dunkin' Donuts is on a growth spurt, particularly…

Former McDonald's employee denies cell phone photo involvement

July 28, 2009

Late last month, McDonald's Corp. filed a motion for a third-party complaint against a former Fayetteville, Ark., employee. The filing was in response to a…

Fungus hits tomato crops in Northeast

July 28, 2009

A severe outbreak of late blight fungus is sweeping through tomato crops throughout the Northeast and also could affect potatoes, according to a story in the…

Coca-Cola moves forward with fountain of the future

The company expands its test market for the self-serve Freestyle dispenser.

Sonic supports teachers with Limeades for Learning program

July 27, 2009

Sonic Drive-In has partnered with DonorsChoose.org, a non-profit organization that helps public school educators find resources for classroom projects, to…

White Castle intros three LTO value meals

July 27, 2009

White Castle is offering three "Craver Saver" meals for cost-conscious consumers now through Aug. 22. The meals, available for $2.99, include a choice of three…

Restaurants use music as crime prevention

July 27, 2009

A Seattle McDonald's is one of several local businesses using outdoor music to discourage loitering, according to a story in The Seattle Times. Restaurants…

Subway, Yum! pledge to help double produce use

July 27, 2009

Subway and Yum! Brands executives were among the foodservice operators who took part in an invitation-only "Executive Think Tank" discussion of senior…

Subway sued over employee safety

July 27, 2009

A West Palm Beach, Fla., attorney has filed a multi-million dollar lawsuit against Subway on behalf of a woman who was permanently injured after being shot…

Marble Slab opens in Singapore

July 26, 2009

Marble Slab, which is managed by NexCen Franchise Management Inc., a subsidiary of NexCen Brands Inc., opened its first Marble Slab franchised store in Asia.

Arby's celebrates 45 years

July 26, 2009

Arby's is celebrating its 45th anniversary with a variety of special offers. The promotions include: $5 BBQ Bacon Cheddar Roastburger combo, featuring curly…

Cold Stone, NFL's Larry Fitzgerald team up for breast cancer awareness

July 26, 2009

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Cold Stone Creamery has announced a partnership with Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald Jr. to raise breast cancer awareness…

QSR chicken chains fight for more sales growth

July 26, 2009

Chick-fil-A is one of the few bright spots in the quick-service chicken category, according to The Dallas Morning News. The company recently announced it is on…

NPD Report: Restaurant units down by 4,000

July 26, 2009

According to a new report published by The NPD Group, there were 4,000 fewer restaurants in the United States this spring than what was reported in the spring…

McDonald's happy with Angus soft launch

July 26, 2009

McDonald's is pleased with customer response to its rollout of the new Angus Third Pounder and plans to begin national advertising for the product in the near…

Is it time for QSRs to embrace kiosks?

Despite recent test deployments, the QSR segment has been slow to adopt self-service. Here's a look at why.

Del Taco launches Bold Challenges sporting sweepstakes

July 23, 2009

San Manual Indian Bingo & Casino and Del Taco have launched a Bold Challenges sweepstakes that will give residents of California, Arizona and Nevada the…

Dunkin' Donuts intros oven-toasted sandwich

July 23, 2009

Dunkin' Donuts has introduced the new Oven-Toasted Chicken Parmesan Flatbread Sandwich, the newest addition to its Oven-Toasted all-day menu.   The Chicken…