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Tim Hortons rolling out smoothies in Canada
March 3, 2011
Almost six months after rolling out its smoothie line in the U.S. market, Tim Hortons is bringing the menu item home. The Oakville, Ontario-based company will…
read nowHot dog! SONIC unveils four new flavors
March 3, 2011
SONIC, America’s Drive-In, has rolled out four new premium beef hot dogs, all of which add a twist to the ballpark classics.
read nowDear Nashvillians: Churchs Chicken is sorry
March 3, 2011
Atlanta-based Church’s Chicken has offered the people of Nashville, Tenn., an apology for “not delivering on a promise of exceptional customer service and…
read nowDunkin Donuts mobile campaign targets Boston sports fans
March 3, 2011
Dunkin’ Donuts has launched a location-based mobile marketing campaign for fans of Boston sports teams. The Canton, Mass.-based company implemented the Scvngr…
read nowThicker burgers, fruity Frostys on deck for Wendys
March 3, 2011
Wendy’s/Arby’s Group president and CEO Roland Smith referred to 2011 as the company’s “transition period” as it searches for Arby’s buyers and diversifies…
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The lowest price isnt always an indicator of the best value. Learn how restaurateurs can choose the right alarm system.
download nowWendys/Arbys Q4 loss narrows; brand signs Japan deal
March 2, 2011
Wendy’s/Arby’s Group Inc. (WAG) has reported results for its fourth quarter and 2010 ended Jan. 2. Although the company posted a Q4 net loss of $10.8 million…
read nowCouncil of Chain Restaurants names new director
March 2, 2011
The National Council of Chain Restaurants (NCCR), a division of the National Retail Federation (NRF), has appointed Rob Green as its new executive director. A…
read nowHas Ronald McDonald been demoted?
March 2, 2011
While McDonald’s continues diversifying its menu, focusing on Angus burgers and McCafe drinks, and modernizing its restaurants with WiFi and fireplaces, Ronald…
read nowYum! Brands sets conference schedule
March 2, 2011
Louisville, Ky.-based Yum! Brands, parent company of Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and KFC, will present at the Bank of America Merrill Lynch Consumer Conference March…
read nowBaskin-Robbins having a lucky March
March 2, 2011
Baskin-Robbins’ newest flavor creation, Lucky Mint, has rolled out just in time for the St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. The offering features mint chocolate…
read nowCellit researches mobile marketing tips
March 2, 2011
Chicago-based Cellit, a provider of mobile customer relationship management (CRM) systems for restaurants, analyzed more than 25 million text messages sent to…
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A trend is more than one
by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com
For the last few months I have read over and over that menu labeling does not have an effect on ordering or calorie reduction. These articles have all been…
read nowNPD: Restaurant visits up in second half of 2010
March 1, 2011
Although visits to U.S. restaurants are still below the level registered six years ago, there were signs of improvement in the second half of 2010, according…
read nowJersey Mikes launches biggest fundraiser to date
March 1, 2011
Manasquan, N.J.-based Jersey Mike’s Subs is marking its 55th year in business with its biggest fundraiser to date.
read nowWendys/Arbys Group sets conference schedule
March 1, 2011
Wendy’s/Arby’s Group Inc. plans to participate in three upcoming investor conferences, including:
read nowShrimp Tampico returns to Taco Cabana
March 1, 2011
Taco Cabana has reintroduced its line of Shrimp Tampico items just in time for the Lenten season. Through mid-April, the offerings are available in either a…
read nowOtis Spunkmeyer names SVP international
March 1, 2011
Otis Spunkmeyer Inc. has hired Hugh C. Roth as senior vice president, Subway and international.
read nowMcDonalds toy set angers U.K. parents
March 1, 2011
McDonald’s has found itself on the defensive again. Still grappling with a Happy Meal ban in San Francisco and a lawsuit filed by the Center for Science in…
read nowKrispy Kreme goes bananas for spring
March 1, 2011
Krispy Kreme is getting nostalgic for spring. From now through April 24, the chain has re-created its classic banana and chocolate offerings, including:
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