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Former ad exec illustrates agency missteps with KFC in new book
October 18, 2009
Former advertising executive James P. Othmer describes how his then-agency lost the KFC account in his new book, "Ad Land: Searching for the Meaning of Life on…
read nowTruitt Bros. features farm-to-table Pumpkin Pie Mix
October 15, 2009
A lackluster pie pumpkin harvest for two years running has meant a short supply of pumpkin puree and pie filling for a few producers in some parts of the…
read nowQSRs target India for growth
October 15, 2009
India is the new hot international growth property for quick-service restaurants. For example, Yum! Brands Inc. executives said in the company's recent…
read nowChick-fil-A turns raving fan into social media strategist
October 15, 2009
When Chick-fil-A first checked out Facebook as part of its social media strategy early last year, the chain found super fan Brandy Bitzer had already created a…
read nowVilla Fresh Italian Kitchens opens four new stores at Prudential Center arena
October 15, 2009
Villa Enterprises Management, one of the nation's fastest growing multi-concept restaurant franchisors, has just opened four new restaurants at the Prudential…
read nowTaco Bell adds Black Jack Taco to value menu
October 14, 2009
Taco Bell has introduced a new limited-time-only Why Pay More! Value Menu item, the 89-cent Black Jack Taco. Taco Bell's new Black Jack Taco features a…
read nowWendy's kicks off YouTube video contest
October 14, 2009
Wendy's has quietly launched a YouTube video contest, 30 Seconds of Wendy's. Promoted on the chain's e-club and YouTube channel, the contest invites consumers…
read nowFox apologizes, clarifies Burger King's role in Jessica Simpson fat-joke cartoon
October 14, 2009
The Fox Network has apologized for a cartoon skit mocking celebrity Jessica Simpson as part of Fox's NFLSunday pre-grame show last weekend, according to a…
read nowMr. Goodcents Subs & Pastas implements SecureConnect PCI compliance solution
October 14, 2009
Mr. Goodcents Subs & Pastas has taken steps to clear up PCI compliance concerns among its franchisees as owner/operators, who were given differing…
read nowEco-Products intros 24% recycled fiber hot cups
October 14, 2009
Eco-Products, a provider of environmentally conscious foodservice disposables, has announced the introduction of a hot beverage cup made with 24 percent…
read nowCarl's Jr. continues to be hit by high unemployment in Calif.
October 13, 2009
CKE Restaurants Inc. has announced that Carl's Jr. continues to be impacted by high unemployment in California, where most of the chain's company-owned stores…
read nowCarvel courts adult consumers with cheesecake ice cream
October 13, 2009
Carvel Ice Cream has introduced an ever-so-decadent new flavor, cheesecake ice cream. The flavorful, high-quality ice cream even has a cheesecake-like texture…
read nowICC launches Temp Minder line
October 13, 2009
Integrated Control Corp., a global leader in the field of food service technology solutions, is debuting its state-of-the art 2010 Temp Minder. The ICC Temp…
read nowPoll finds Americans split on ads mentioning recession
October 13, 2009
As economic woes continue, companies have to decide how to deal with the issue of the recession in their advertising. Some ignore it and find different ways to…
read nowCulver's, A&W focus on meals $4 or less
October 13, 2009
Subway introduced the $5 price point last year with its successful footlong campaign, and quick-service brands, from Blimpie Subs to KFC, were quick to follow…
read nowMaggieMoo's intros Halloween ice cream cupcakes
October 12, 2009
MaggieMoo's Ice Cream and Treatery has introduced four new Halloween ice cream cupcakes. The new spooky but festive ice cream cupcakes include: Mummy Cupcake…
read nowTim Hortons opens first U.S. military base location
October 12, 2009
Tim Hortons Inc. has opened its first location at a U.S. military base, a 24-hour restaurant at the iconic U.S. army facility Ft. Knox in Kentucky. Tim…
read nowFood Safety Training Institute to receive federal funding
October 12, 2009
The U.S. Senate and House of Representatives have passed legislation that includes $1 million for The International Food Protection Training Institute (IFPTI…
read nowResearch & Markets adds Carl's Jr. benchmark analysis
October 12, 2009
Research and Markets has announced the addition of Restaurant Research LLC's new report "Carl's Jr. Concept Benchmark Analysis" to their offerings. The…
read nowBurger King-sponsored Fox Sports sketch draws criticism
October 12, 2009
A Burger King-sponsored cartoon during this weekend's pre-game coverage on "Fox NFL Sunday" has drawn criticism for its tasteless jokes about celebrity Jessica…
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