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NRA names Christopher Melchert senior manager for Food Safety and Quality Assurance
October 20, 2011
The National Restaurant Association has announced the addition of Christopher Melchert as senior manager for Food Safety and Quality Assurance, a new position…
read nowMcDonald's earnings receive global boost
October 20, 2011
McDonald's Corporation has announced results for the third quarter ended Sept. 30, 2011, driven by growth across all areas of the world. In constant…
read nowDunkin' Donuts brings back spooktacular offerings
October 19, 2011
As Halloween approaches, Dunkin' Donuts has brewed up a bewitching selection of treats to help guests celebrate the season.
read nowMcDonald's commits to sourcing sustainable palm oil
October 19, 2011
McDonald's Corporation has announced its membership in the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO). The membership represents significant progress in the…
read nowMobile inventory management helps control restaurant costs
October 18, 2011
ArrowStream, a provider of supply chain management technology and logistics services for the foodservice industry, has launched ArrowScan, a handheld scanning…
read nowRunza using back-office system to cut costs
October 18, 2011
Runza Restaurants, a regional Midwest chain of 82 quick-serve restaurants, is implementing The CrunchTime back-office solution to help control food and labor…
read nowSonic's year-end results are in the black
October 18, 2011
Sonic Corp., the nation's largest chain of drive-in restaurants, has announced results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended Aug. 31. The company…
read nowStudy: Social media inspires consumers to spend more
October 18, 2011
Consumers exposed to social content are significantly more likely to increase their spending and consumption than those who aren't exposed, according to final…
read nowLivingSocial taps more expensive restaurant deals
October 17, 2011
Online deals site LivingSocial is launching a new service called LivingSocial Gourmet, aimed at foodies. According to Foxnews, the invitation-only service…
read nowSnagajob is No. 1 'Best Small Company to Work For in America'
October 17, 2011
Snagajob, a provider of workforce solutions for employers, many within the restaurant industry, took the No. 1 position on Entrepreneur.com and the Great Place…
read nowCalifornia Del Tacos testing Coca-Cola Freestyle
October 17, 2011
Twelve Del Taco units throughout Southern California are testing the Coca-Cola Freestyle, the proprietary fountain technology featuring more than 100 different…
read nowArby's 'Good Mood Food' named one of the worst ads
October 17, 2011
Arby's new marketing campaign, featuring the "Good Mood Food" original song, was named one of the worst ads in America by Consumerist.com.
read nowPerka unveils cardless loyalty iPod platform
October 17, 2011
Perka has unveiled a new cardless loyalty marketing platform that runs on an iPod, enabling small businesses to connect with customers via their mobile phones…
read nowYogurtland goes pink for partnership with Avon Foundation
October 17, 2011
Yogurtland has announced a partnership with the Avon Foundation for Women to support breast cancer awareness. The brand will support the partnership with a…
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Popeyes' brand refresh featured in graphic design exhibit
October 17, 2011
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, a division of AFC Enterprises Inc., will be featured as one of the 15 most relevant and successful brand refreshes in the past few…
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KFC adds bacon to Famous Bowls
October 17, 2011
KFC has added a new layer to its Famous Bowls: smoky bacon.
read nowUS private equity group buys Burger King NZ franchise
October 16, 2011
Private equity firm The Blackstone Group announced it will acquire Antares Restaurant Group in New Zealand from Australian-based Anchorage Capital Partners.
read nowMcTV: McDonald's rolling out digital in-store channel
October 16, 2011
McDonald's Channel, a digital television network featuring original, local content for in-store customers, is set to roll out at McDonald's units in California.
read nowTim Hortons rolls out beef lasagna casserole
October 16, 2011
Tim Hortons Canada has introduced Beef Lasagna Casserole bowls. Made with tomato sauce, ground beef, lasagna noodles, ricotta cheese, basil, oregano and…
read nowPopeyes announces SoCal expansion
October 16, 2011
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, a division of AFC Enterprises Inc., has announced the launch of an aggressive growth plan to increase its presence throughout…
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