News & Media
Big Game Brands adds new fro-yo concept to portfolio
June 13, 2011
Atlanta-based Big Game Brands, formally Raving Brands, has added Cowlicks Yogurt and Floats to its portfolio.
read nowNRA Show exhibitors donate 37K meals to Chicagos hungry
June 13, 2011
The National Restaurant Association announced today that exhibiting companies at the 2011 NRA Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show – held May 21-24 at Chicago's…
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Are all digital menu boards the same?
by Scott Sharon — CEO, START
In the past few months I have attended several major trade shows to see what's new and visit with my friendly competitors to see how they are doing. I know…
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PRSC: Using social media as recruitment, brand messaging tool
by Kim Williams — Reporter, NetWorld Alliance
Mary Ellen Slayter, senior editor of SmartBrief, led a panel discussion titled "Taking the Social Media Leap" at People Report's Summer Camp Workforce…
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Sold: Arbys acquired by Roark Capital
June 12, 2011
Wendy's/Arby's Group has announced an agreement to sell the majority of Arby's Restaurant Group Inc. shares to a buyer formed by Roark Capital Group. The…
read nowWendys Frosty fundraiser adds social media component
June 12, 2011
Fifty cents from every Wendy's Frosty purchase this weekend will go toward the Wendy's Wonderful Kids program, which finds adoptive parents for foster children…
read nowWienerschnitzel launches 50th anniversary antenna topper
June 12, 2011
Wienerschnitzel has introduced a new, limited edition, golden wienie antenna topper in celebration of its 50th anniversary. The new anniversary-edition antenna…
read nowPapa Ginos taps IBM for data analytics
June 12, 2011
Papa Gino's has implemented IBM business analytics software to closely measure data pulled from the chain's online customer loyalty program.
read nowTCBY offering dads free fro-yo
June 12, 2011
Just as it picked up the tab for Mom on Mother's Day, TCBY is set to do the same for Dad this Father's Day. On June 19, fathers can get a free small cup or…
read nowSubway Canada launches Commit to Fit
June 12, 2011
Subway restaurants in Canada have launched "Commit to Fit," a comprehensive program designed to inspire, motivate and celebrate healthy lifestyle changes.
read nowNRA elects board members
June 12, 2011
The National Restaurant Association has announced the election of three new members to serve on its Board of Directors. The newly elected Board directors are:
read nowRadiant rolls out self-service systems at UK travel center restaurants
June 9, 2011
Radiant Systems Inc. announced a successful implementation of its self-service technology solution with Welcome Break, a motorway service area operator in the…
read nowKrispy Krunchy Chicken experiencing growth spurt
June 9, 2011
In the first six months of 2011, Krispy Krunchy Chicken has opened 132 new locations throughout the country. The convenience store staple already has 60…
read nowNew York food truck obtains liquor license
June 9, 2011
As food trucks continue their growth spurt, one such operator has just added a new twist to the trend. The Wall Street Journal reports that The Turkish Truck…
read nowSenate votes to reject swipe-fee reform delay
by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com
June 8, 2011
The Senate voted Wednesday to reject a delay for the much needed debit-card swipe-fee reforms being released by the Federal Reserve. The reforms are scheduled…
read nowBeyond burger wars: Pizza Hut vs. Burger King in NBA Finals-inspired challenge
June 8, 2011
Burger King and Pizza Hut employees are paying particularly close attention to the NBA Finals between the Miami Heat and Dallas Mavericks.
read nowWhataburger releases company history book
June 8, 2011
The enthusiastic customers of Whataburger – the company's Facebook page was launched in April and already has more than 242,000 fans – can now get a glimpse…
read nowWhite Castle slides onto Capitol Hill
June 8, 2011
In a continued year-long celebration of its 90th birthday, White Castle will bring samples of its iconic Sliders to all members of Congress during the…
read nowKFC UK earns Red Tractor certification
June 8, 2011
KFC U.K. has received the Red Tractor certification, which ensures KFC's chicken products have been sourced under stringent safety, environmental and animal…
read nowYum! Brands looks to Argentina for expansion
June 8, 2011
As China continues to provide a boon for Yum! Brands restaurants such as KFC and Pizza Hut, the Louisville, Ky.-based company is now looking at other…
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