Baja Fresh pre-tax charges contribute to $29.1M Wendy's loss

July 27, 2006

DUBLIN, Ohio — Wendy's International reported a net loss of $29.1 million for the second quarter, which ended July 2, 2006 The company partially blamed the…

Skippers Chowder implements trans-fat-free frying oil

July 26, 2006

EDMONDS, Wash. — Skippers Chowder and Seafood House, a 60-store QSR chain in the Northwest, has switched to trans-fat-free cooking oil.   According to a news…

McDonald's ready to sell remaining stake in Chipotle

July 26, 2006

McDonald's said it plans to sell its remaining stake in Chipotle Mexican Grill by the end of October.   In the coming weeks, McDonald's will file a…

Qatar Burger King operator launches Superman toys

July 26, 2006

The Peninsula Qatar:  Premier Food Services, one of Al Jassim Group subsidiaries and the franchisee of Burger King, has launched the Wonderful Superman…

New Zealand Television Broadcasters Council defends fast-food ads

July 26, 2006

News Wire: The New Zealand Television Broadcasters Council says a ban on advertising fast foods would do little to combat obesity. The council, which…

Carl's Jr. relaunches Pastrami Burger

July 25, 2006

CARPINTERIA, Calif. — The Pastrami Burger hits the menu again at Carl's Jr. Introduced as the original meat-as-a-condiment hamburger in late 2004, the…

Carl's Jr. and Hardee's report solid sixth period

July 25, 2006

CARPINTERIA, Calif. — CKE Restaurants reported solid same-store sales for period six, the four weeks ended July 17.   Carl's Jr. same store sales increased…

Del Taco launches bilingual marketing to kids

July 24, 2006

AdWeek: Del Taco is embracing its Spanish speaking customers with what is likely a first among major quick-service restaurant chains: a bilingual premium in…

KFC offends Chinese with 'monk' promotion

July 24, 2006

United Press International: Kentucky Fried Chicken is facing a backlash in China after the company used a long-dead Chinese vegetarian hero to promote a…

McDonald's comps grow in June, Q2

July 24, 2006

OAK BROOK, Ill. — McDonald's Corp. said system-wide sales rose 8.1 percent in June, or 6.9 percent on a constant-dollar basis. According to a regulatory…

Strange News: Chicken mascot complains about treatment while in costume

July 23, 2006

All Headline News: A fast-food worker in Arkansas is crying "fowl" over some disrespectful treatment received while in his chicken suit. The man dresses up as…

CKE sets $50MM stock repurchase limit

July 23, 2006

CARPINTERIA, Calif. — CKE Restaurants Inc. said it is expanding its program for repurchasing shares of the company's outstanding stock.   The company's board…

Pizza Inn named preferred supplier for 2006 Asian Games in Doha

July 20, 2006

White Castle creates Hidden Valley Ranch and Tabasco Flavored Chicken Rings

July 20, 2006

COLUMBUS, Ohio — White Castle has joined with Hidden Valley Ranch and Tabasco to add two new flavors to their original Chicken Rings, available from July 2…

Blog jabs fast-food commercials

July 20, 2006

MSNBC: A Web log debates the best and worst fast-food ads of all time. The blog is filled with comments like: "Worst commercials ever? The Burger King…

Dairy Queen Franchisee selects Intura Vision POS

July 20, 2006

ARLINGTON, Texas — Intura Solutions LP, a supplier of point-of-sale (POS) and management software for quick-service and delivery restaurant concepts…

NRA Show to remain in Chicago

July 20, 2006

CHICAGO — The National Restaurant Association (NRA) announced that the annual National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show will remain at…

Yum reports modest 2Q

July 19, 2006

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Yum! Brands reported a good second quarter for the period ended June 17, 2006.   Worldwide system same-store sales increased 2 percent.   In…

Subway franchisee association files suit against DAI

July 18, 2006

CORAL GABLES, Fla. — The North American Association of SUBWAY Franchisees Inc. (NAASF), acting on behalf of more than 14,500 SUBWAY restaurants in North…

Layoffs begin at Wendy's corporate

July 18, 2006

Columbus Post-Dispatch: Employees at Wendy's International Inc.'s corporate offices began receiving pink slips on July 18 as the company followed through on…