Smoothie King launches superfood meal replacement bowls

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April 25, 2010

Smoothie King has added to its line of smoothies and nutritional products with the launch of superfood meal replacement offerings. The new Fit n' Crunchy bowls…

Consumer concern over sodium not reflected in purchases, NPD finds

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April 25, 2010

Even as the Institute of Medicine has recommended new government strategies for reducing sodium intake, consumers are displaying a disconnect between their…

Social media site MyBrandz finds McDonald's fans more engaging

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April 25, 2010

New community site MyBrandz has caught plenty of consumer interest with its premise of bringing together fans to share their love of their favorite brands…

NYC Subway franchisee pleads guilty to tax evasion

April 22, 2010

A New York-based Subway franchisee has pleaded guilty to grand larceny and welfare fraud charges after failing to pay $500,000 in sales tax collected from 1…

McDonald's to make Lovin' It campaign more authentic

April 22, 2010

McDonald's global chief marketing officer Mary Dillon shared the company's refreshed "I'm Lovin' It" campaign with franchisees and other attendees at its…

SICOM expands Burger King POS partnership to UK

April 22, 2010

SICOM Systems Inc. has announced that it has expanded its relationship with Burger King Corp. as an approved point-of-sale supplier to include distribution of…

KFC pink bucket campaign draws protest

April 22, 2010

KFC has been hit with another round of negative buzz. Earlier this month, it was health advocates going after the company's Double Down bunless chicken…

NYC Subway franchisee pleads guilty to tax evasion

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April 22, 2010

A New York-based Subway franchisee has pleaded guilty to grand larceny and welfare fraud charges after failing to pay $500,000 in sales tax collected from 1…

McDonald's to make Lovin' It campaign more authentic

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April 22, 2010

McDonald's global chief marketing officer Mary Dillon shared the company's refreshed "I'm Lovin' It" campaign with franchisees and other attendees at its…

SICOM expands Burger King POS partnership to UK

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April 22, 2010

SICOM Systems Inc. has announced that it has expanded its relationship with Burger King Corp. as an approved point-of-sale supplier to include distribution of…

KFC pink bucket campaign draws protest

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April 22, 2010

KFC has been hit with another round of negative buzz. Earlier this month, it was health advocates going after the company's Double Down bunless chicken…

McDonald's wins with beverages, pushes re-imaging

April 21, 2010

McDonald's beverage program is proving a sales driver for the brand, even as consumers remain focused on value, executives told investors on the company's…

Has Burger King lost sight of its brand?

April 21, 2010

As Burger King works to turnaround the company and shore up sliding same-store sales, the company's branding strategy seems to be mimicking its barbell product…

Gold Star reveals economic impact of Cincinnati chili parlors

April 21, 2010

Chili is big business in Cincinnati. Tiny regional chain Gold Star Chili was determined to learn just how much of an impact the regions 200-plus chili parlors…

Krispy Kreme launches campfire-inspired treats

April 21, 2010

Krispy Kreme is reigniting memories of summer nights around the campfire with its latest limited-time offerings. Now through May 30, Krispy Kreme is offering a…

McDonald's wins with beverages, pushes re-imaging

April 21, 2010

McDonald's beverage program is proving a sales driver for the brand, even as consumers remain focused on value, executives told investors on the company's…

Has Burger King lost sight of its brand?

April 21, 2010

As Burger King works to turnaround the company and shore up sliding same-store sales, the company's branding strategy seems to be mimicking its barbell product…

Gold Star reveals economic impact of Cincinnati chili parlors

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April 21, 2010

Chili is big business in Cincinnati. Tiny regional chain Gold Star Chili was determined to learn just how much of an impact the regions 200-plus chili parlors…

Krispy Kreme launches campfire-inspired treats

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April 21, 2010

Krispy Kreme is reigniting memories of summer nights around the campfire with its latest limited-time offerings. Now through May 30, Krispy Kreme is offering a…

Jack in the Box switches to premium coffee

April 20, 2010

Jack in the Box is the latest quick-service brand to realize the value in serving a better coffee. The chain is now offering a new premium blend of coffee made…