Hardee's launches new Thickburger

May 14, 2007

ST. LOUIS — In a nod to burger-joint menus of the 1950's and 60's, Hardee's restaurants are introducing a new patty melt-style burger.   The new Patty Melt…

Cold Stone intros new frozen beverage

May 14, 2007

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Cold Stone Creamery is launching two new frozen treats beginning June 1.   The "French Toast with the Most" is made with french toast…

McDonald's campaign highlights career opportunities

May 13, 2007

CHICAGO — McDonald's is rolling out a new national advertising campaign that shines a spotlight on its employees and celebrates career opportunities at the…

Haagen-Dazs launches New Flavor Day

May 13, 2007

Minneapolis — Häagen-Dazs ice cream shop locations throughout the United States will be giving away free ice cream cones May 15, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.,  for…

Triarc comps decrease

May 13, 2007

NEW YORK — Triarc Companies Inc. announced today the results of operations for its first quarter ended April 1, 2007.   Systemwide same-store sales were down…

Krispy Kreme files franchise document

May 13, 2007

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc. has filed a Uniform Franchise Offering Circular for review in those states that require it, the company…

McDonald's among most ethical companies

May 10, 2007

Marketing Daily: McDonald's has been named one of the "2007 World's Most Ethical Companies" by Ethisphere Magazine, a publication dedicated to compliance…

Wendy's, Panera top Zagat survey

May 10, 2007

NEW YORK — Wendy's was named queen of the fast-food mega-chains, and Panera Bread Co. as the most popular overall, according to a survey released by Zagat…

KFC backs down in pub row

May 10, 2007

Daily Mail: A spokeswoman for KFC in Great Britain has said no further action would be taken against the Tan Hill Inn over its use of the phrase "Family…

Kahala franchiser, Cold Stone merge brands

May 10, 2007

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Quick-serve restaurant franchiser and developer, Kahala Corp., and Cold Stone Creamery have announced a newly named joint company that…

Subway's Jared: blue-movie past revealed

May 10, 2007

TMZ.com: Jared Fogle, the beloved and uber-popular spokeman for the Subway restaurant chain, has been "outed" by celebrity gossip Web site TMZ.com. The article…

Woman's Burger King bill reaches $8,000

May 10, 2007

WTKR.com:  A Burger King restaurant accidentally charged a South Carolina woman $8,648.64 for her $8.64 meal.   Guadalupe Pequino pucharsed the meal at the…

National Restaurant Association promotes two

May 10, 2007

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Restaurant Association announced today that Kelly Benedetti has been promoted to vice president of State and Industry…

NRA show to highlight hottest menu trends

May 10, 2007

The 2007 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show, to be held May 19-22 at McCormick Place in Chicago, will set the stage for future food…

NRA Show blows into Windy City

Hotel-Motel Show offers trends, insights and more.

KFC plays chicken with pub owner

May 9, 2007

The Northern Echo (United Kingdom): Lawyers for KFC are threatening a pub owner in Yorkshire with legal action over the use of the term "Family Feast" to…

McDonald's UAE invites public to tour kitchen

May 9, 2007

AME Info: McDonald's UAE has opened its doors to the public with a special invitation from the country to take a tour of the chains kitchen. The move aims at…

Arby's planning 63 new stores

May 9, 2007

ATLANTA — Arby's Restaurant Group Inc. has signed development agreements to open 63 new Arby's restaurants throughout the United States, the company…

Lenny's Sub Shops opens in Ohio

May 9, 2007

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Lenny's Franchisor, LLC, franchisor of Lenny's Sub Shops, announced that franchisee group Golden Olive Enterprises, LLC has signed a…

El Pollo Loco announces quarterly results

May 9, 2007

IRVINE, Calif. — EPL Intermediate Inc., parent company of El Pollo Loco Inc., reported same-store sales increased 2.4 precent for the first quarter ended March…