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Church's Chicken, Fanta launch Ford Fiesta giveaway
July 31, 2012
Church's Chicken and Fanta, a product of The Coca-Cola Company, have partnered to launch the Fantastic Fiesta Giveaway. Prizes include the chance to win one of…
read nowDunkin' Donuts new Twitter contest promotes cold beverages
July 31, 2012
Dunkin' Donuts has launched its new "Cool Spots" Twitter Sweepstakes. Everyday this week, Dunkin' Donuts will tweet three photos of popular landmarks in a…
read nowDunkin' Brands names new VP, Government Affairs
July 31, 2012
Dunkin' Brands Group Inc., parent company of Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, has announced that Cicely D. Simpson has been promoted to the position of vice…
read nowMcDonald's sends young athletes to London Olympics
July 31, 2012
As part of its new Champions of Play program, McDonald's has sent young athletes from around the world to the 2012 London Olympic Games, where they will have…
read nowJune Restaurant Performance Index shows improved conditions
July 30, 2012
Bolstered by stronger same-store sales and customer traffic levels, the National Restaurant Association’s Restaurant Performance Index (RPI) stood above 10…
read nowNPD: Consumer interest in smaller portions, customization lead to combo meal declines
July 30, 2012
Combo meals are down by about 1 billion servings since 2007, according to market research firm The NPD Group. A recently released NPD foodservice market…
read nowPizza cone concept expands in convenience stores
July 30, 2012
Cono Italiano's "pizza conos," or pizza cones, are now available at three gas station chains throughout the New York City market.
read nowArby's kicks off mobile-based sweepstakes
July 30, 2012
Arby's Restaurant Group Inc. has kicked off its "Snap and Rock" sweepstakes where every player is a winner. Prizes include free food, Pepsi gear and music…
read nowDunkin' Brands names new chief information officer
July 30, 2012
Dunkin' Brands Group Inc., parent company of Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, has announced the appointment of Jack Clare to the position of chief…
read nowCarl's Jr., Hardee's parent company going public
July 30, 2012
CKE Inc. has announced that it has commenced an initial public offering of 13.3 million shares of its common stock at an anticipated public offering price…
read nowChick-fil-A's perception drops amid gay marriage controversy
July 30, 2012
Chick-fil-A's perception with quick-service restaurant consumers nationwide has taken a significant hit in most regions of the country, including the South…
read nowNRA launches sixth ServSafe Manager course
July 30, 2012
The National Restaurant Association (NRA) has launched its ServSafe Manager Online Course, 6th Edition – the web-based version of its ServSafe Manager Book…
read nowChick-fil-A spokesman dies suddenly
July 27, 2012
Don Perry, a longtime spokesman for Atlanta-based Chick-fil-A, died suddenly this morning of an apparent heart attack.
read nowTaco Bell's green prototype unit to open in W. Va.
July 27, 2012
A new Taco Bell restaurant in Kenova, W. Va., features numerous green elements including LED lamps, a recirculating waterfall in the drive-thru and insulating…
read nowRita's Italian Ice raises $388K for children's cancer research
July 27, 2012
Rita's Italian Ice announced that it raised $388,237 following the June conclusion of the company's nationwide annual Paper Lemon Fundraising campaign and…
read nowSneaky Pete's franchisee rolls out digital menu boards
July 27, 2012
Highlands Digital Media, a provider of digital menu boards, digital retail signage solutions and digital place-based advertising networks, was selected by…
read nowSeven universities launch petitions to remove Chick-fil-A
July 26, 2012
Chick-fil-A president Dan Cathy's recent comments against gay marriage continue to generate ire from various factions.
read nowConsumer perception of Burger King sours after social media crisis
July 26, 2012
The photo of a Burger King employee standing in two lettuce bins went viral quick and has since caused consumer perception of the brand to decline sharply.
read nowAuntie Anne's testing mobile ads with real-time redemption
July 26, 2012
Auntie Anne's Pretzels is partnering with The Coca-Cola Company, Millennial Media and Sparkfly Inc. to pilot a mobile advertising campaign that will offer…
read nowDel Taco adds four $4 value meals
July 26, 2012
Del Taco has introduced four limited time $4 value meals, that each include a drink. In addition to bringing back the popular Del's Deal, Del Taco is adding a…
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