Submarina appoints Zeller to CEO post

August 31, 2009

Submarina California Subs has promoted president and chief operating officer Mimi Zeller to president and chief executive officer, the company has announced.

Western Expo focuses on solutions for growth

August 30, 2009

The first day drew crowds of foodservice professionals looking for ways to succeed in tough times.

McDonald's renews real estate transaction-management alliance

August 30, 2009

McDonald's has renewed its strategic partnership with Jones Lang LaSalle for transaction- and project-management services for 25 leased regional offices…

Mintel report finds energy drinks not getting healthier

August 30, 2009

A new report from the Mintel Global New Products Database (GNPD) reveals that the latest energy drink launches aren't getting healthier. Despite this, the…

Arby's training videos earn 2009 Telly awards

August 30, 2009

Arby's Restaurant Group Inc. and Florida-based production company The Media Lab recently received two Telly Awards for Arby's restaurant training videos.   …

NRA forms customer engagement strategic alliance with Loyalty 360

August 30, 2009

The National Restaurant Association has formed a strategic partnership with Loyalty 360, the Loyalty Marketer's Association, to conduct operator and consumer…

NRA's industry outlook posts slight gain

August 30, 2009

The outlook for the restaurant industry improved somewhat in July, as the National Restaurant Association's comprehensive index of restaurant activity…

NRA's industry outlook posts slight gain

August 30, 2009

The outlook for the restaurant industry improved somewhat in July, as the National Restaurant Association's comprehensive index of restaurant activity…

David vs. Goliath: Fast casual burger segment growth kicks up QSR competition

Although small, the better quality segment is worth watching and, apparently, imitating.

KFC floats revamped value menu with boat promo

August 27, 2009

KFC has ramped up its Ultimate Value Menu and is promoting it via a specially designed vessel fitted to give away free samples.   The new value menu…

N.Y. area Dunkin' Donuts launch recycled bag initiative

August 27, 2009

New York Tri-State area Dunkin' Donuts are offering a "Six for Three" bagel promotion as it kicks off a new program where in-store banners will be repurposed…

Sonic continues boom in Northeast

August 27, 2009

Sonic is making its move as a truly national chain with the opening of its first drive-in in Massachusetts, the 41st state for the chain's stores, according to…

Alaska KFC/Taco Bell helps pave way for more rural locations

August 27, 2009

A multibranded KFC/Taco Bell restaurant's grand opening in Kodiak, Alaska, last year set a Yum! Brands' corporate record, not only for its opening day but for…

CMG launches customizable mobile marketing iPhone app

August 27, 2009

Fort Lauderdale-based Cables Media Group has released its patent-pending fully customizable "In UR Face" mobile marketing iPhone application for quick-service…

Subway area developer appointed to Pizza Fusion board

August 27, 2009

Organic pizza chain Pizza Fusion has appointed Larry Feldman to its board of directors, the company has announced. Feldman owns exclusive Subway development…

Western Foodservice Expo to serve up solutions for economic challenges

Keynote and educational sessions offer expertise and tips on meeting a variety of today's business demands.

McDonald's tries Dollar Menu at breakfast to wake up sales

August 26, 2009

Chicago area McDonald's have added a breakfast Dollar Menu to combat slumping morning sales, following the lead of a similar offer in the Seattle market…

Miss. Sonic franchisee ordered to pay $22K in discrimination suit

August 26, 2009

A Sonic franchisee in Lucedale, Miss., has been ordered to pay $22,000 as well as adopt and implement anti-discrimination policies, training and procedures to…

Great American Cookies intros Apple Harvest Nut flavor

August 26, 2009

Great American Cookies is introducing their newest creation just in time for fall — Apple Harvest Nut cookie. The new cookie, which debuts in stores Aug. 31…

Gold Star Chili launches dance video contest

August 26, 2009

Gold Star Chili is launching a digital advertising campaign for the Greater Cincinnati market as part of its "Flavor Fanatics" Celebration Dance Video Contest.