Pretzelmaker launches first-ever Snapchat promo

October 6, 2014

Customers invited to scare staff in person or via Snapchat for discounts and a chance at a free combo.

Burger King takes a bite out of nugget pricing

October 6, 2014

Burger King announced that it would drop the price of its 10-piece chicken nuggets to $1.49 for a limited time at participating stores.

Carvel unveils New Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream Treats this fall

October 6, 2014

Carvel is rolling out several new pumpkin-flavored seasonal offerings along with several Halloween-themed treats for a limited time this fall.

Wendy's honoring student athletes with High School Heisman Awards

October 6, 2014

Wendy's is inviting high school seniors who excel in academics and athletics to apply for its High School Heisman Award.

McDonald's Australia testing upscale burger options

October 6, 2014

McDonald's Australia is testing an upscale burger menu at a location in Sydney.

Vegas-area McDonald's, Lexus teaming up for Ronald McDonald House fundraiser

October 6, 2014

The McDonald's Owner-Operators of Greater Las Vegas and Lexus of Las Vegas announced plans to present the HeART of Giving Gala on Oct. 18 from 6-10 p.m. at the…

Good Times announces 11.9% same-store sales increase for Q4

October 6, 2014

Good Times Restaurants Inc. announced that its Good Times' same store sales increased 11.9 percent in its fourth fiscal quarter ending Sept. 30 over the prior…

North American Securities Administrators Association issues new guidance for franchise disclosure documents

October 3, 2014

The guidelines clarify the distinctions between single-unit, area rep and area development offerings and urge uniform terminology in franchise disclosure…

Cousins Subs teams up with Wisconsin Badgers to serve home games

October 3, 2014

Cousins Subs announced it has teamed up with the University of Wisconsin – Madison Athletics to offer sub sandwiches at Badgers' sporting events.

Krispy Kreme chief financial officer announces retirement

October 3, 2014

Consumers rank Burger King, Five Guys tops for burgers

October 3, 2014

McDonald's global same-store sales may have been struggling recently, but is French fries haven't lost their luster to American consumers. According to a new…

Chick-fil-A enters Connecticut

October 3, 2014

Chick-fil-A will open its first Connecticut location next week in Brookfield. According to a story in Bethel’s HamletHub, this will mark the first of four…

SoCal McDonald's invite teachers behind the counter to raise funds

October 3, 2014

Southern California McDonald's restaurants are hosting their annual McTeacher's Night fundraisers throughout October. As part of the promotion, school…

Reducing food waste can improve the bottom line and the environment

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

A study commissioned by the Food Waste Reduction Alliance found that approximately 80 billion pounds of food are discarded into US landfills every year, with…

Uber's move into foodservice showcases importance of convenience

by Ed Zimmerman — President, pizza.com

Recent partnerships and service launches show that consumers want convenience and are willing to pay for it.

Service, menu variety drive late-night dining occasions

October 2, 2014

New research from Technomic examines the drivers of late-night dining occasions. While most dinners are prepared at home, 53 percent of consumers use…

Online petition asks McDonald’s, Starbucks to offer porn-free Wi-Fi

October 2, 2014

Enough Is Enough has launched "P*rn Free Wi-Fi," an initiative to encourage corporations to implement pornography filters in their Wi-Fi networks.

Cold Stone Creamery spotlights seasonal flavors

October 2, 2014

Cold Stone Creamery is now offering Pumpkin Ice Cream and Marshmallow Ice Cream. The brand is also celebrating the fall season by incorporating the two new ice…

Baskin-Robbins hosting global cake promotion

October 2, 2014

Baskin-Robbins announced it is hosting a Global Ice Cream Cake Celebration, with giveaways and new cake options. Throughout October, Baskin-Robbins will…

Webinar to address pitfalls and perils of I-9 compliance

October 2, 2014

Webinar will help restaurant operators understand the importance of I-9 paperwork.