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McDonald's Canada exec selected to lead Japan system
August 29, 2013
Earlier this week, McDonald's Holdings Co. Ltd., the chain's Japanese parent company, named Sarah Casanova as its new CEO and president. She replaces Eiko…
read nowWendy's rides short-form video trend in flatbread relaunch
August 29, 2013
In response to consumer demand, Wendy's is bringing back its Flatbread Grilled Chicken sandwiches for a limited time.
read nowMobile payment platform debuts at Middle Eastern QSRs
August 29, 2013
The U.A.E.-based bank Mashreq has launched a new mobile POS device, the Mashreq Payport, that is initially being used at QSR brands Pizza Express, Cold Stone…
read nowLong John Silver's commits to transfat-free menu
August 29, 2013
After receiving a barrage of negative publicity for its Big Catch meal, which was deemed the "Worst Restaurant Meal in America" by the CSPI for being cooked…
read nowMcDonald's adds vegetarian option in Canada
August 29, 2013
McDonald's Canada rolled out two vegetarian options this week — the Mediterranean and Santa Fe Veggie Signature McWraps. The launch marks the first time the…
read nowVoice Teleservices joins MMS Catering Institute program
August 28, 2013
Portland, Maine-based Voice Teleservices has joined the MMS Catering Institute Industry Affiliation Program, created to certify and connect industry…
read nowTechnomic VP: Wings will drive consumers to McDonald's
August 28, 2013
Technomic Vice President David Henkes spoke to Bloomberg Tuesday about McDonald's impending chicken wings launch, set for September.
read nowJapan's economic recovery leading to more restaurant visits, spending
August 28, 2013
Japan's economic recovery after a downturn in the last quarter of 2012, has spurred an increase in restaurant visits and spending greater than any other global…
read nowCarl's Jr. signs sponsorship deal with Phoenix Suns
August 28, 2013
Carl's Jr. has signed a multiyear sponsorship deal with the Phoenix Suns that includes the opening of a 2,000-square-foot unit at the US Airways Center. The…
read nowFlorida town bans quick-service restaurants
August 28, 2013
An Orlando, Fla., suburb has banned quick-service restaurants. City leaders voted this week to close a loophole that ensures no more of these establishments…
read nowTaco Bell's Doritos Locos Tacos to make Canadian debut
August 28, 2013
Taco Bell's Doritos Locos Tacos, the brand's most successful product launch in its history, will be introduced to Canada on Sept. 2, nearly a year and a half…
read nowDel Taco names new agency of record
August 28, 2013
Del Taco has selected Morgan Marketing and Public Relations as its agency of record for PR, following an RFP that included 10 agencies.
read nowBurger King adding fries as burger topping
August 28, 2013
On Sept. 1, Burger King will begin offering its new "French Fry Burger" for $1. The Associated Press reported the company is looking to "drum up sales and…
read nowDunkin' Donuts launches T-shirts to benefit Hurricane Sandy relief
August 28, 2013
Dunkin' Donuts has launched a line of new T-shirts to help Long Island continue to rebuild from Hurricane Sandy last October. The shirts are emblazoned with…
read nowStarbucks not cutting health insurance, hours for Obamacare
August 27, 2013
Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz told Reuters Monday that the company will not cut health insurance benefits or reduce employee hours to prepare for costs…
read nowDel Taco brings back Free Wednesdays promotion
August 27, 2013
Del Taco's Free Wednesdays promotion in May resonated so strongly with guests, the brand is bringing it back.
read nowGold Star Chili's launches Oktoberfest Cheese Coney
August 27, 2013
Cincinnati's Oktoberfest celebration has been recognized as the second largest in the world, outside of Munich, Germany. In keeping with that theme…
read nowBurger King Delivery adds two more metro markets
August 27, 2013
Burger King's delivery system is now available in Minneapolis and Spokane, Wash. Guests in these markets can order the brand's signature Whopper and other…
read nowLargest U.S. restaurant franchisee adds St. Louis Taco Bells to portfolio
August 27, 2013
On Aug. 21, California-based Flynn Restaurant Group LLC acquired 62 Taco Bell and related Yum! Brands restaurants in Missouri and Illinois, primarily in the…
read nowPopeyes leverages Vine, Instagram for Chicken Month promo
August 27, 2013
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, a division of AFC Enterprises Inc., announced September as "Love That Chicken Month." To celebrate, Popeyes is offering two pieces…
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