Market tests prove BK $1 Double Cheeseburger has value

September 27, 2009

After months of trying to convince franchisees that a $1 Double Cheeseburger was a good move, the chain's market tests apparently proved convincing. Burger…

Whataburger kicks off LTO Buffalo Whatachick'n Sandwich

September 27, 2009

Whataburger is hoping to score this football season with its new Buffalo Whatachick'n Sandwich, featuring a crispy breaded chicken filet topped with lettuce…

Security steps can pay off for QSRs

Simple measures can help keep employees and your business safe — and cut your insurance bill.

Subway adds kosher store in N. Miami Beach

September 27, 2009

Subway continues its focus on non-traditional stores with the opening of a restaurant at the Michael-Ann Russell Jewish Community Center in North Miami Beach.

Krystal seeks Hall of Fame entries via Facebook, Twitter

September 27, 2009

Krystal Restaurants is adding a social media component to its annual Krystal Lovers Hall of Fame call out, according to the Krystalist blog on the company's…

Wendy's/Arby's CEO has had busy year

September 27, 2009

Since the merger of Wendy's and Arby's last year, Roland Smith, president and CEO of the Wendy's/Arby's Group, has kept busy leading the new company, according…

NYC analyzing impact of menu labeling on coffee purchases

September 24, 2009

New York City's health department is conducting a study to determine if consumer ordering habits have changed now that restaurant chains are required to post…

Aramark launches on-campus burger brand

September 24, 2009

Aramark Higher Education has launched Burger Studio, a student-designed on-campus burger brand.   Using electronic touchscreen ordering kiosks, students can…

Pa. Taco Bell franchisee settles sexual harassment suit

September 24, 2009

The owner of six Pennsylvania Taco Bell restaurants has agreed tol pay $35,000 and furnish equitable relief to settle a class sexual harassment lawsuit filed…

World governments focus on potential harm in french fries

September 24, 2009

Food safety remains a high priority for the restaurant industry, with a focus on properly cooking ingredients. Yet the cooking process itself can sometimes…

McDonald's McCafé aims to overtake Starbucks in Europe

September 24, 2009

The McDonald's McCafé espresso-based coffee line has been a hit in the United States. In Europe, the McCafé concept is an actual coffeehouse. And if…

Jack in the Box focuses on growth

The regional chain is finding success in new markets, affirming its plans to someday become a national brand.

Subway Development Corp. fundraiser benefits breast cancer research

September 23, 2009

The Subway Development Corp. of Washington (SDC) has surpassed the $1 million mark in its fundraising effort to benefit breast cancer research. This year's…

Advocacy group sues KFC over grilled chicken

September 23, 2009

National health advocacy group Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) has filed suit against KFC for its failure under California law to warn…

SpeedLine announces Delphis Software AROS integration

September 23, 2009

Restaurant point-of-sale developer SpeedLine has announced the integration of the AROS Advanced Restaurant Ordering System from Web ordering software provider…

Del Taco adds two franchise business consultants

September 23, 2009

Del Taco has announced the company has strengthened its franchise support services with the addition of two new franchise business consultants. Chip Bialzak…

SecureConnect upgrades PCI compliance solution

September 23, 2009

BHI Advanced Internet, provider of SecureConnect, has enhanced its easyPCI packages to include more comprehensive features for its Internet security and PCI…

Mrs. Fields, TCBY launch aggressive expansion plan

September 23, 2009

Mrs. Fields Famous Brands LLC, which includes Mrs. Fields Cookies and TCBY, The Country's Best Yogurt, has announced aggressive expansion plans both…

NexCen Brands narrows Q1 loss, reports 2008 results

September 22, 2009

NexCen Brands Inc. has reported selected unaudited financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2009, and the full year ended Dec. 31, 2008. The…

Stockholders approve Tim Hortons merger, reorganization

September 22, 2009

Tim Hortons Inc.'s shareholders have voted to allow a proposed merger transaction to reorganize the company as a Canadian public company. Tim Hortons expects…