KFC's bun-less sandwich gets boost from buns

September 20, 2010

Kentucky Fried Chicken is falling "behind" on its marketing plans for its bun-less Double Down sandwich. The company launched a new initiative this week…

Ghana to get the Golden Arches

September 20, 2010

McDonald's continues to spread its arches throughout the world. The chain is considering an expansion into Ghana in early 2011.

Philadelphia restaurant workers get insurance break

September 20, 2010

More than 500,000 Pennsylvania restaurant workers will soon have access to health insurance and related products and services through a new private health…

Maine franchisee earns Subway's President's Award

September 19, 2010

Loren Goodridge has been named recipient of the 2010 Subway President's Award.

The Slider welcomes flavorful counterparts

September 19, 2010

From Sept. 26 through Oct. 30, the original White Castle Slider will be joined on the menu by a handful of flavorful alternatives, including garlic cheese…

Checkers spreads throughout Brooklyn

September 19, 2010

Four Checkers Drive-In Restaurants will open in the Brooklyn, N.Y. area beginning in late September. A multi-store development agreement was signed with Kalex…

Chick-fil-A spicing things up

September 19, 2010

For a limited time, Chick-fil-A is testing its new spicy nuggets in four markets, including Augusta, Ga., Baltimore, Cincinnati and Denver.

Yum! Brands ahead of hunger relief goal

September 19, 2010

Yum! Brands, parent company of KFC, Pizza Hut, Long John Silver's, A&W and Taco Bell, has announced that it's on track to beat its hunger relief…

McDonald's joins LONMARK International board

September 16, 2010

McDonald's Corp. has become a sponsor member, and board of director member, of LONMARK International, a non-profit international association that has been…

Boardwalk Burgers ready for Sunshine State debut

September 16, 2010

Boardwalk Fresh Burgers and Fries will open its first Florida location - in Boca Raton - in November.

Panda Express adds Kobari Beef to the menu

September 16, 2010

Beginning Sept. 22, Panda Express fans will be able to order the new Kobari Beef item, featuring slices of marinated beef tossed with wok-seared mushrooms…

Carl's Jr. spreads deep in the heart of Texas

September 16, 2010

More than 100 Carl's Jr. hamburger restaurants will open up within the next decade throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

Arby's whittles down AOR search

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September 15, 2010

Arby's Restaurant Group, Inc. has narrowed down its search for a new national agency of record.

Wendy's unveils new $5 combo options

September 15, 2010

Wendy's has embraced the power of choice, introducing "Pick 2 for $4.99" meal deals to complement the chain's new Garden Sensations salads.

Popeyes recognized for diversity efforts

September 15, 2010

AFC Enterprises, Inc., the parent company of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, has been listed on Black Enterprise Magazine's "40 Best Franchises for African…

Krispy Kreme names new chief marketing officer

September 15, 2010

Dwayne Chambers has been named senior vice president and chief marketing officer of Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Inc. He will assume the role on Sept. 27, leading…

Sarku Japan plants franchise seeds

September 15, 2010

As part of its aggressive domestic and international growth plan, Sarku Japan will host seminars through the fall in a handful of metro markets for those…

New ad attacks McDonald's ... Is it fair?

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September 14, 2010

A new ad debuting in Washington, D.C. on Thursday points the finger at McDonald’s Corp. for an increase in heart disease.

Sonic reports sales, unit openings drop

September 14, 2010

Sonic Corp. announced preliminary sales results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year, ended Aug. 31.

Class-action complaint filed against Taco Bell

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September 14, 2010

A Consolidated Class-Action Complaint was recently filed with more than 18,000 plaintiffs involved claiming that California area Taco Bells, and its parent…