Burger King to launch Planet 51 kids meal promo

November 9, 2009

Burger King Corp. will help bring the themes of adventure and exploration to kids through a series of Planet 51 premiums available starting Nov. 16 with BK…

NexCen Brands promotes Slover to VP of development

November 9, 2009

NexCen Brands Inc. has announced the promotion of Jerry Slover to vice president of development, NexCen Franchise Management Inc. Under Slover's direction, the…

Jack in the Box kicks off new antenna ball promo for charity

November 9, 2009

Jack in the Box restaurants continues its tradition of supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters with the lauch of a new antenna ball. The new design will join more…

Research and Markets report foreshadows possible Tyson Foods contender

November 8, 2009

The upturn in business sentiment following the global economic downturn looks like it could bring with it a wave of consolidation in the global food and drink…

Have QSRs blurred the line with fast casual eateries?

As fast food brands fight to compete with the perceived higher-quality of fast casual eateries, which differentiators matter? Part I.

No wraps for McDonald's U.K. stores

November 8, 2009

As McDonald's Corp. looks to add menu items to its United Kingdom locations, the company also must keep a mind on keeping their preparation quick.   According…

Jack in the Box adds Southwest Chicken Bowl

November 8, 2009

Jack in the Box has launched its new Southwest Chicken Bowl menu item, available at restaurants for a limited time.   The new Southwest Chicken Bowl is made…

Integrated Control Corp. debuts new products

November 8, 2009

Integrated Control Corporation (ICC), a provider of foodservice technology solutions, will debut its state-of-the art 2010 Temp Minder at the International…

Krispy Kreme new retail store grand opening

The Clarksville, Ind., store is an example of the chain's smaller, more convenient prototype.

Subway to serve Seattle's Best Coffee

November 5, 2009

Nearly half of all Subway restaurants in the U.S. will be serving freshly brewed Seattle's Best Coffee as part of their breakfast offerings by the end of the…

McDonald's Corp. implements new Microsoft online suite

November 5, 2009

McDonald's Corp. is one of several companies deploying Microsoft Business Division's new Microsoft Business Productivity Online Suite, Microsoft Corp.'s…

NexCen Brands improves operations in Q2

November 5, 2009

NexCen Brands Inc., franchisor of Great American Cookies, MaggieMoo's, Marble Slab Creamery, Pretzelmaker and Pretzel Time, has improved on its net loss for…

Minn. restaurant settles trademark suit against McDonald's

November 5, 2009

Lion's Tap restaurant in Eden Prairie, Minn., has settled its trademark infringement lawsuit against McDonald's Corp., according to a story in the Star Tribune…

Chick-fil-A Cows roll out literature-spoofing 2010 calendar

November 5, 2009

Chick-fil-A has released the 2010 edition of their annual cow-themed calendar in its restaurants nationwide.   The 2010 calendar features the Chick-fil-A…

Yum! Brands adopting a corporate culture shift

November 5, 2009

Dave Novak, Yum! Brands Inc. chief executive, is presiding over a training program intended to change the company's corporate culture, according to a story in…

Krispy Kreme retail shops give brand a boost

The smaller stores can fit in almost any location, offering more convenience and more opportunities for growth.

Wendy's/Arby's Q3 net up on Wendy's merger

November 4, 2009

Wendy's/Arby's Group Inc. has reported results for the third quarter ended Sept. 27, with same-store sales at Arby's North America continuing to be impacted by…

Nathan's Famous Q2 revenue up 3%

November 4, 2009

Nathan's Famous Inc. has reported revenues were up for the second quarter ended Sept. 27. Total revenue was up 3 percent to $14.9 million, compared to $14.…

Manchu WOK to debut deep-fried cheesecake

November 4, 2009

Manchu WOK has announced it is introducing deep-fried cheesecake to their menu. Made of a warm cheesecake filling wrapped inside a flaky crust, the product…

Krispy Kreme to honor military with donut giveaway

November 4, 2009

Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corp. is honoring America's service men and women on Veterans Day by giving away free doughnuts to all veterans and active military…