Perceptions of McDonald's, Wendy's decline; Burger King on the rise

August 25, 2014

Recent research reveals that customers' perceptions of McDonald's continues to plummet, while Burger King brand perception is on the rise. Wendy's perception…

National Restaurant Association announces employee education alliance

August 25, 2014

The National Restaurant Association has announced a new alliance with Job Creators Network (JCN) effort to provide entrepreneurs and business leaders with…

Carrols Restaurant Group acquires 64 Burger King restaurants in Tennessee, Indiana and Illinois

August 25, 2014

Carrols Restaurant Group, Inc. agrees to purchase 64 Burger King restaurants from certain subsidiaries of Heartland Food LLC.

Bojangles awards nine scholarships worth $1,000 each

August 25, 2014

Bojangles' has named the recipients of its 2014 Bojangles' Scholarship Award. The $1,000 scholarships will support six Bojangles' team members and three…

Dunkin' Donuts rolls out pumpkin-themed fall menu selections

August 25, 2014

Dunkin' Donuts recently announced its new and returning pumpkin-themed menu additions for fall.

Global Franchise Group acquires Hot Dog on a Stick

August 25, 2014

Global Franchise Group acquires the Hot Dog on a Stick (HDOS) brand.

Think like a coach: Train your team year-round

Restaurants must make time for training.

#CONNECTsummit14: Beacons offer immediacy, simplicity and context

Beacons are powerful tools, enabling marketers to push the right message to the right person in the right place at the right time.

National Food Safety Month marks 20 years

August 22, 2014

As part of its strong commitment to food safety, the National Restaurant Association announced this year's National Food Safety Month (NFSM) will mark its…

McDonald's appoints new president for USA

August 22, 2014

McDonald's Corporation has announced the retirement of Jeff Stratton, McDonald's USA president, and the election of Mike Andres as his replacement.

Bruster's reports increase in same-store sales growth

August 22, 2014

Bruster's Real Ice Cream is reporting its sixth straight quarter of same-store sales growth, with some markets up as much as 13.1 percent over 2013.

Roy Rogers partners with Punchh for mobile loyalty app, CRM platform

August 22, 2014

Roy Rogers Restaurants will partner with Punchh to create a mobile loyalty app and CRM platform.

Henny Penny named a Brinker International Supplier Partner Of The Year

August 22, 2014

Brinker International, Inc. awards Henny Penny, Highland Baking Co. and HotSchedules with the annual Supplier Partner of the Year Award.

Dunkin' Donuts announces plans for 14 new restaurants in Kansas, expands Colorado development

August 22, 2014

Dunkin' Donuts has announced the signing of multi-unit store development agreements with three franchise groups to develop 14 new restaurants in Wichita and…

Hardee's, Viamedia announce $10,000 college fund contest

August 22, 2014

Hardee's Restaurants LLC has partnered with Viamedia to award a qualifying Kentucky student a $10,000 college tuition fund. The 2014 Hardee's $10,000 College…

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, Inc. reports 3.6 % Q2 same-store sales increase, announces hire of CFO

August 22, 2014

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, Inc. reports global same-store sales increase of 3.6 percent, with international sales increasing 2.2 percent and domestic sales…

Why investors are eating up food delivery services

Partnering with a delivery service frees up restaurant owners to focus on food and experience while still expanding their customer base.

Taste trends: fermented flavors riding in on the heat wave

August 21, 2014

Consumers are developing a taste for fermented foods like kimchi, craft pickles and fish sauce, according to the newest Culinary Trend Tracking Series (CuTTS…

International Franchise Association launches ad campaign battling portion of Seattle's new wage law

August 21, 2014

The International Franchise Association today has launched an ad campaign battling back against a portion of Seattle's new wage law, alleging proponents of the…

OrderUp to target underserved delivery market

August 20, 2014

OrderUp, a Baltimore mobile and online food ordering and delivery service, announced the company raised $7 million in funds for nationwide expansion and…