White Castle's burger-scented candle a hit

May 4, 2010

White Castle apparently has a home run with its new burger-scented candle promotion. The fragrance candle, which sells for $10 in White Castle stores and…

Popeyes R&D finds inspiration in culinary immersion experience

The Popeyes Louisiana Heritage Culinary Institute offers the company's top franchisees and its culinary team a taste of New Orleans.

Yum! Brands promotes two Yum! China Division execs, Su now CEO

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May 4, 2010

Yum! Brands Inc. continues its strong focus on growth in China and has promoted Sam Su, 58, chairman and CEO for Yum! Brands China Division to lead those…

Sonic expects new media plan to do more with less

May 4, 2010

Sonic Corp. outlined a number of initiatives the company has lined up for 2010 to boost sagging same-store sales and differentiate the brand as "distinctively…

Study: Diners expect to spend 4% less on average meal

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May 4, 2010

Though dining-out frequency in the U.S. restaurant industry is showing signs of stabilization, rising food costs, liquidity issues and a level of consumer…

Dunkin' Donuts launches Birthday Perk program

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May 4, 2010

In honor of Dunkin' Donuts' 60th "BirthDDay," the brand has kicked off a new special offer to honor the birthday for each of its fans. Dunkin' Donuts Birthday…

White Castle's burger-scented candle a hit

May 4, 2010

White Castle apparently has a home run with its new burger-scented candle promotion. The fragrance candle, which sells for $10 in White Castle stores and…

Popeyes R&D finds inspiration in culinary immersion experience

The Popeyes Louisiana Heritage Culinary Institute offers the company's top franchisees and its culinary team a taste of New Orleans.

Burger King appoints new global CMO

May 3, 2010

Burger King Corp. has appointed Natalia Franco as executive vice president and global chief marketing officer, effective May 17. In this executive leadership…

Dunkin' Donuts offers free coffee after Boston water main break

May 3, 2010

Dunkin' Donuts is proving to Bostonians that the city does "Run on Dunkin'" with a free coffee giveaway in response to the city's boil water advisory. The…

Baskin-Robbins partners with DJ Pauly D to promo new treats

May 3, 2010

Baskin-Robbins has introduced two new 31 Below Creations ice cream mix-in treats for the spring/summer ice cream season. The new 31 Below Creations include:…

Philippine-based Jollibee invests in China noodle QSR

May 3, 2010

Philippines' largest quick-serve Jollibee Foods Corp. has signed an agreement with Guangxi Zong Kai Food and Beverage Investment Co. Ltd  of China to acquire a…

Digital Recall's free digital signage software usage grows worldwide

May 3, 2010

Digital Recall has announced agreements with new users around the world for its Free Digital Signage Software. New users include Burger King Centro Sul in…

Burger King appoints new global CMO

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May 3, 2010

Burger King Corp. has appointed Natalia Franco as executive vice president and global chief marketing officer, effective May 17. In this executive leadership…

Dunkin' Donuts offers free coffee after Boston water main break

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May 3, 2010

Dunkin' Donuts is proving to Bostonians that the city does "Run on Dunkin'" with a free coffee giveaway in response to the city's boil water advisory. The…

Baskin-Robbins partners with DJ Pauly D to promo new treats

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May 3, 2010

Baskin-Robbins has introduced two new 31 Below Creations ice cream mix-in treats for the spring/summer ice cream season. The new 31 Below Creations include:…

Philippine-based Jollibee invests in China noodle QSR

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May 3, 2010

Philippines' largest quick-serve Jollibee Foods Corp. has signed an agreement with Guangxi Zong Kai Food and Beverage Investment Co. Ltd  of China to acquire a…

Digital Recall's free digital signage software usage grows worldwide

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May 3, 2010

Digital Recall has announced agreements with new users around the world for its Free Digital Signage Software. New users include Burger King Centro Sul in…

Restaurant Industry Outlook at strongest level since Sept. 2007

May 2, 2010

Fueled by improving sales and traffic levels and growing optimism among restaurant operators, the National Restaurant Association's comprehensive index of…

McDonald's makes strides in better-for-you offerings

May 2, 2010

Quick-service chains remain a target for health advocates and legislators working to promote various ways to combat the country's obesity epidemic. Last week…