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KFC being sued by consumer group
June 12, 2006
Fox News: A U.S. consumer group sued the operator of the KFC fried chicken restaurant chain on Tuesday to try and force it to stop it from frying foods in an…
read nowJack in the Box adds LTOs for summer
June 11, 2006
SAN DIEGO — Jack in the Box is offering a new Del Monte Fresh Fruit Cup, a limited-time offer (LTO) for the summer. According to a news release, Jack's…
read nowMaryland man wins Domino's World's Fastest Pizza Maker
June 11, 2006
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — At Domino's World's Fastest Pizza Maker competition, 15 finalists from around the world competed June 9. Dennis Tran, a Domino's…
read nowBack Yard Burgers rejects Cherokee Advisors proposal to buy
June 11, 2006
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Back Yard Burgers Inc. turned down an offer from Cherokee Advisors LLC to buy the restaurant chain. Back Yard chairman Lattimore Michael said…
read nowDunkin' Brands appoints new band officers
June 11, 2006
CANTON, Mass. — Dunkin' Brands Inc., the parent company of Dunkin' Donuts, Baskin-Robbins and Togo's, announced the appointment of Robert Rodriguez as Dunkin…
read nowGlory Team introduces EATware
June 8, 2006
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — Glory Team Industrial LLC introduced EATware, a line of environmentally friendly, high quality, single-use products for the foodservice…
read nowMcDonald's sponsors 2006 FIFA World Cup
June 8, 2006
OAK BROOK, Ill. — As a worldwide sponsor and official partner of the FIFA World Cup, McDonald's is bringing the world's passion for football to life as part…
read nowMcDonald's May same-store sales rise
June 7, 2006
OAK BROOK, Ill. — McDonald's Corp. said global system-wide sales rose 6.2 percent in May, while total worldwide same-store sales were up 4.5 percent. The…
read nowWendy's cuts trans-fats with new cooking oil
June 7, 2006
DUBLIN, Ohio — In a move that significantly reduces trans-fatty acids (TFAs) on its menu, Wendy's is making the switch to non-hydrogenated cooking oil for its…
read nowWife of Carl's Jr. founder dies
June 6, 2006
NEW YORK — Margaret Heinz Karcher, wife of Carl Karcher, who founded Carl's Jr., died from liver cancer June 6. She was 91. She served on the board of…
read nowTaco Bell giving away $1 million at All-Star Game
June 6, 2006
IRVINE, Calif. — Taco Bell, the official quick-service restaurant of MLB, announced it will offer one lucky fan the chance of a lifetime: to take the field on…
read nowMcDonald's to expand in China
June 5, 2006
Reuters: McDonald's Corp. is aiming for 10 percent annual sales growth in China over the next five years despite stiff competition from Yum! Brands KFC.
read nowKrispy Kreme to move into Hong Kong
June 5, 2006
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc. announced that it has awarded Hong Kong and Macau development rights to Krispy Kreme Hong Kong Ltd., which…
read nowWhite Castle to celebrate at World of Coca-Cola
June 5, 2006
COLUMBUS, Ohio — White Castle and Coca-Cola are celebrating 85 years of history with an interactive White Castle exhibit at World of Coca-Cola in Atlanta. …
read nowJack in the Box offers '50s flair
June 5, 2006
SAN DIEGO — Jack in the Box restaurants are featuring the Diner Melt Combo, a modern take on classic favorites: patty melts and malts. According to a news…
read nowIs your business right for franchising?
June 4, 2006
Denver Business Journal: You want to grow your pizza business, but is franchising the best way? Learn more about whether your business is ready for…
read nowFDA recommends restaurants reduce portion sizes
June 4, 2006
The Associated Press: A new report from the Food and Drug Administration suggests restaurants should reduce portion sizes to assist in America's fight against…
read nowArby's appoints president
June 4, 2006
NEW YORK — Arby's Restaurant Group Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Triarc Companies Inc., announced organizational changes designed to strengthen its…
read nowDunkin' Donuts launches biggest product initiative in years
June 4, 2006
NEW YORK — Dunkin' Donuts announced its new Smoothies are now available in the Mid-Atlantic region, which includes the New York and Philadelphia market. …
read nowQuiznos cans Baby Bob, starts new campaign
June 4, 2006
DENVER — Quiznos introduced a new marketing campaign, called "Eat Up," with the goal of giving consumers what they want every day. With this new campaign…
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