KFC launches NFL-themed $5 meal, video game giveaway

October 27, 2009

KFC has introduced a new $5 meal, the $5 Madden NFL Box, now available at U.S. KFC restaurants. The meal includes a choice of one of six KFC favorites, a side…

Back to business basics for 2010

Eight steps quick-service operators can follow to be well-positioned for the new year.

McDonald's franchisee pulls out of Iceland

October 26, 2009

Iceland will lose its three McDonald's locations this week due in part to the country's devalued currency, according to a story in The Globe and Mail.

Yoshinoya expands Calif. locations

October 26, 2009

Yoshinoya has announced the opening of its newest restaurant in Covina, Calif. The location  brings the total number of restaurants to 97 in the United States.

NPD: Foodservice traffic declines for fourth consecutive quarter

October 26, 2009

Summer is historically a peak season for the foodservice industry, but this past summer the industry realized its fourth consecutive quarter of traffic…

New, broader study finds menu labeling does affect purchases

October 26, 2009

Earlier this month, a New York University study found that menu labeling did not necessarily impact consumers' ordering in poor neighborhoods in New York City.

HME releases drive-thru timer upgrade

October 26, 2009

HME has announced the release of the Dash LCD upgrade to its System 30 Drive-Thru Timer for quick-service restaurants. The upgrade allows customers who already…

Ecolab, Tennant partner on launch of new scrubber vac system

October 26, 2009

Ecolab Inc. has announced it has entered into an exclusive relationship with Minneapolis, Minn.-based Tennant Co. to launch the new Scrub-N-Go Floor Scrubber…

Dunkin' Donuts, Cousins Subs holding social media contests

October 26, 2009

More quick-service brands are engaging — and attempting to increase — their online fan base with social media contests. The latest events include Dunkin…

Starbucks settles suit with new Dunkin' exec

October 25, 2009

The Starbucks Coffee Co. has announced that the company and Paul Twohig have resolved the lawsuit it filed against him. Earlier this month, Starbucks sued…

KFC holds free-piece grilled giveaway, El Pollo Loco counters with contest

October 25, 2009

KFC is offering customers a free piece of grilled chicken today at participating U.S. stores. Customers are limited to one free piece per person, with the free…

Soldier wins 2 key rulings in suit with Subway over terminated leases

October 25, 2009

A former U.S. Army reservist who sued Subway Real Estate Corp. for selling his two Dallas-area Subway restaurants has won two important parts of his legal…

Pretzelmaker intros LTO Pumpkin Spice Pretzel

October 25, 2009

Pretzelmaker has announced that the company is introducing a new pretzel flavor for fall — Pumpkin Spice. Available for a limited time, the specialty pretzel…

Baskin-Robbins rolls out Double Header cone

October 25, 2009

Baskin-Robbins has introduced the new Double Header ice cream cone. The unique cone is designed to hold a swirl of soft serve and a scoop of ice cream in a…

Burger King Japan promos Windows 7 with 7-patty Whopper

October 25, 2009

Microsoft and Burger King Japan have partnered on the launch of Windows 7 with a special, extra-large burger, according to a story by Fox News.   From Fox…

QSRs still bland on reducing sodium content

While health experts continue to push for cutting salt, consumers aren't yet on the bandwagon.

Top 10 brand and marketing trends for 2010

A new definition of value and growing consumer expectations are among the things brands and retailers will need to watch for.

National Restaurant Association fights for tax provision

October 22, 2009

The Depreciation Fairness Coalition, led by the National Restaurant Association, has sent a letter to each member of the U.S. Congress urging an extension of…

Del Taco fundraisers benefit Phoenix-area Boy Scouts

October 22, 2009

All Phoenix-area Del Taco locations will raise funds to help send more than 430 Boy Scouts to the 100th Anniversary National Scout Jamboree in the summer of…

Wendy's/Arby's Group announces Q3 earnings release

October 22, 2009

Wendy's/Arby's Group Inc., parent company of Wendy's International Inc. and Arby's Restaurant Group Inc., has announced that it will release third quarter 200…