Essential Baking Company switches biodiesel-powered trucks

December 28, 2005

The Essential Baking Company (EBC) made a major shift in its transportation fleet. The EBC implemented new B99 biodiesel delivery trucks. The bakery sold its…

The Hershey Company Reaches Settlement Agreement with Simon & Schuster

December 28, 2005

The Hershey Company announced that it has reached a settlement agreement with Simon & Schuster Inc. regarding publication of the book "Hershey: Milton S.

Dunkin' Donuts introduces Latte Lite

December 28, 2005

Just in time for New Year's resolutions, Dunkin' Donuts announced the latest addition to its espresso lineup with the introduction of Latte Lite. According to…

Longtime worker buys Missoula McDonald's franchises

December 27, 2005

Kyong Kapalczynski started working for McDonald's at the very bottom, making biscuits and doing just about every chore. After 10 years of grunt work and…

Arby's Sidekickers loaded with potato and other appetizing bites

December 27, 2005

The SUBWAY(R) Restaurant Chain is Again Named Number One Franchise Opportunity by Entrepreneur Magazine

December 26, 2005

MILFORD, Conn.— For the 14th time in 18 years, the SUBWAY restaurant chain has been named the No. 1 franchise opportunity by Entrepreneur magazine's Annual…

New York City officials discount lawsuit

December 26, 2005

NY1 News: New York City officials are discounting a lawsuit brought by a Manhattan restaurant that said it lost business during the recent transit strike.

Drive- Thrus boost Starbucks' revenue

December 26, 2005

According to a recent AP story, drive- throughs accounted for more than half of Starbucks' revenue in new company-operated stores. The world's largest…

Survey reveals this year's top restaurants

December 26, 2005

FINDLAY , Ohio— Corporate Research International released its inaugural report, Real People Ratings Best of 2005, according to a news release. Subway…

Burger King to ride 'Kong' coattails with bigger Whopper

December 20, 2005

In honor of the big ape hitting movie screens, Burger King Corp. said it has created one of its biggest burgers ever - the triple Whopper with cheese…

Fulfill healthy New Year's resolutions at BLIMPIE(R) Restaurants

December 20, 2005

The most common New Year's resolutions are to lose weight or eat healthier.  In 2006, BLIMPIE restaurants want to make those tasks easier.

AFC Enterprises appoints Mel Hope as Chief Financial Officer

December 20, 2005

AFC Enterprises, Inc. the franchisor and operator of Popeyes(R) Chicken & Biscuits, recently announced the appointment of Mel Hope as Chief Financial Officer…

This year make a resolution to switch to a healthy alternative to soft drinks

December 20, 2005

Simply by switching from soda to non-carb Fuze Slenderize -- you and your family can drink more and save thousands of calories per month. One eight- ounce…

Top US brands milk good old days

December 19, 2005

Everything old is new again for many of the best known US brands.

Restaurant Industry Veteran Joins Unicru

December 13, 2005

Unicru Inc.(R) today announced that Robert Barr, former vice president of human resources for OSF International Inc., has joined the company as its restaurant…

Yum! Brands Recognized in FORTUNE's "Top 50 Employers For Women"

December 13, 2005

Yum! Brands, Inc. has been named one of FORTUNE magazine's "Top 50 Employers for Women" for its comprehensive results across key diversity measures.

CKE Restaurants, Inc. CEO and President Andrew F. Puzder Named Spokesperson of the Year

December 11, 2005

Puzder Honored in TV/Radio Category by PR News and CommCore Consulting.

ExxonMobil rolls out new breakfast sandwich line

December 11, 2005

ExxonMobil has introduced a new line of proprietary gourmet breakfast sandwiches at its 680-plus On the Run(R) convenience stores in the U.S. The new…

Microsoft Partners With McDonald's for Global Point-of-Sale Solution

December 11, 2005

McDonald's to incorporate Microsoft into its next-generation point-of-sale platform to help streamline operations, simplify procurement and reduce total cost…

McDonald's CEO focused on basics after loss of two predecessors

December 5, 2005

Most executives would have their hands full just trying to take on the job of CEO at the world's largest fast-food chain.