Green KFC-Taco Bell adds SolarWall technology

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February 8, 2010

Yum! Brands Inc.'s first LEED-certified store, a new KFC-Taco Bell restaurant in Northampton, Mass., has recently installed a SolarWall system, the company has…

McDonald's Japan to close 400+ stores

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February 8, 2010

McDonald's Japan, a 50 percent-owned affiliate of McDonald's Corp., has announced plans to close approximately 430 restaurants over the next 12-18 months in…

Dutch Bros. reports growth year for 2009

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February 8, 2010

Despite a slow economy, Dutch Bros. Coffee ended 2009 on a high note that included a nearly 6 percent sales increase over last year and a rise in company…

Brands on the bubble: Redefining QSR

Burgerville and El Pollo Loco are two brands that aim for a better QSR experience. Here's a look at how they do it.

Brand importance is on the upswing, study finds

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February 8, 2010

The "Decade of the Brand" opens with 2010. That is the critical finding of the 14th annual Brand Keys Customer Loyalty Engagement Index conducted by the New…

MaggieMoo's opens first location in Asia

February 7, 2010

The first MaggieMoo's franchised store in Asia has opened in Singapore under an existing master franchise agreement with Thirtythree Private Ltd. of Singapore.

Whataburger offers BOGO Valentine's special

February 7, 2010

Whataburger is offering customers a Valentine's Day deal for couples featuring its popular limited time menu item, the Patty Melt Whatameal.   From 5 to 1…

Pollo Campero to add healthy menu at new Disney World location

February 7, 2010

International Latin chicken chain Pollo Campero is creating a new restaurant concept featuring fresh, healthy food with a new store in Disney World.   The…

Heinz testing dual-function ketchup packet in QSRs

February 7, 2010

Heinz has announced three ketchup innovations in response to consumer demand, including a breakthrough dual-function ketchup package for the foodservice…

MaggieMoo's opens first location in Asia

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February 7, 2010

The first MaggieMoo's franchised store in Asia has opened in Singapore under an existing master franchise agreement with Thirtythree Private Ltd. of Singapore.

Whataburger offers BOGO Valentine's special

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February 7, 2010

Whataburger is offering customers a Valentine's Day deal for couples featuring its popular limited time menu item, the Patty Melt Whatameal.   From 5 to 1…

Pollo Campero to add healthy menu at new Disney World location

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February 7, 2010

International Latin chicken chain Pollo Campero is creating a new restaurant concept featuring fresh, healthy food with a new store in Disney World.   The…

Heinz testing dual-function ketchup packet in QSRs

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February 7, 2010

Heinz has announced three ketchup innovations in response to consumer demand, including a breakthrough dual-function ketchup package for the foodservice…

Yum! Brands to focus on sales 'layers' in 2010

February 4, 2010

Yum! Brand's chairman, president and CEO David Novak told investors he was pleased with the company's strong year of performance despite the tough macro…

A&W adds wraps to the menu

February 4, 2010

McDonald's created plenty of excitement last year when its Canadian chains rolled the iconic Big Mac into a wrap. This year, U.S. stores are touting the…

Burger King $1 double cheeseburger boosts Q2 traffic

February 4, 2010

Burger King's $1 double cheeseburger boosted U.S. traffic for the second quarter ending Dec. 31, 2009, but the value price impacted sales, according to the…

Jack in the Box elevates new sandwiches with artisan bread

February 4, 2010

Last year, Jack in the Box used its Super Bowl advertising to kick off its rebranding campaign with an ad in which its mascot Jack was hit by a bus. This year…

Chick-fil-A testing online reservations for sandwich giveaway

February 4, 2010

Chick-fil-A is not shy about giving away its food. The company celebrates its Cow mascots every year by offering a free meal to customers dressed as cows. And…

Job Outlook: 2010 and beyond

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

Restaurants are expected to add 1.3 million jobs over the next 10 years, but a new workforce will beg for fresh policies.

Yum! Brands to focus on sales 'layers' in 2010

February 4, 2010

Yum! Brand's chairman, president and CEO David Novak told investors he was pleased with the company's strong year of performance despite the tough macro…