McDonald's NZ partners with Weight Watchers

March 2, 2010

McDonald's is promoting its lighter side in New Zealand with a new partnership with Weight Watchers. The McDonald's New Zealand market is the first market in…

Whataburger intros LTO fajita-inspired chicken sandwich

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March 2, 2010

Whataburger has combined the popular flavors of grilled fajitas with the melted cheese trend in a new sandwich. The new Grilled Chicken Melt sandwich features…

Burgerville launches local 'food celebrity' LTO menu

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March 2, 2010

Known for its fresh, local and sustainable food, Burgerville is kicking off a new program that places local community members in the spotlight and supports…

Forecasting a new product jackpot

Of Jack in the Box and Burger King's new premium sandwich menu lines, one is a hit and the other a miss.

Jack in the Box adds grilled chicken salad

March 1, 2010

Jack in the Box has added a new offering to its entree salad lineup, the Grilled Chicken Salad. The Grilled Chicken Salad is the lightest of the chain's three…

Tim Hortons launches annual Roll Up the Rim contest

March 1, 2010

Tim Hortons has kicked off its annual Roll Up the Rim to Win contest, featuring a chance at 31 million prizes, including one of 40 sport utility vehicles and…

Boardwalk Burgers & Fries to expand to Middle East

March 1, 2010

Boardwalk Fresh Burgers & Fries has signed a multiunit franchising deal with Future Kid Entertainment Co. for 50-plus units throughout the Middle East…

Jack in the Box adds grilled chicken salad

March 1, 2010

Jack in the Box has added a new offering to its entree salad lineup, the Grilled Chicken Salad. The Grilled Chicken Salad is the lightest of the chain's three…

Tim Hortons launches annual Roll Up the Rim contest

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March 1, 2010

Tim Hortons has kicked off its annual Roll Up the Rim to Win contest, featuring a chance at 31 million prizes, including one of 40 sport utility vehicles and…

Boardwalk Burgers & Fries to expand to Middle East

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March 1, 2010

Boardwalk Fresh Burgers & Fries has signed a multiunit franchising deal with Future Kid Entertainment Co. for 50-plus units throughout the Middle East…

Law firms announce investigation of CKE acquisition

February 28, 2010

Several law firms have announced investigations into the recent announcement of the proposed sale of CKE Restaurants Inc. to private equity firm Thomas H. Lee…

White Castle exec goes 'Undercover' in reality show

February 28, 2010

White Castle got its turn on the new reality series Undercover Boss on Sunday. Dave Rife, one of the owners of the Ingram-family-owned company, spent a week…

McDonald's testing oatmeal for breakfast

February 28, 2010

Fast casual chains Starbucks and Jamba Juice have kicked off a breakfast war with their popular oatmeal offerings. Now, McDonald's may be joining the fray. In…

Telling your food safety story

Many QSRs have strong standards, but they take a quiet approach communicating that message.

Law firms announce investigation of CKE acquisition

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February 28, 2010

Several law firms have announced investigations into the recent announcement of the proposed sale of CKE Restaurants Inc. to private equity firm Thomas H. Lee…

White Castle exec goes 'Undercover' in reality show

February 28, 2010

White Castle got its turn on the new reality series Undercover Boss on Sunday. Dave Rife, one of the owners of the Ingram-family-owned company, spent a week…

McDonald's testing oatmeal for breakfast

February 28, 2010

Fast casual chains Starbucks and Jamba Juice have kicked off a breakfast war with their popular oatmeal offerings. Now, McDonald's may be joining the fray. In…

Telling your food safety story

Many QSRs have strong standards, but they take a quiet approach communicating that message.

THL Partners to acquire CKE Restaurants

February 25, 2010

Carl's Jr. and Hardee's have a new owner. Thomas H. Lee Partners, a private-equity firm that was part of a buyout group in a takeover of Dunkin' Brands in…

Checkers continues to focus on retail, non-traditional locations

February 25, 2010

Checkers Drive-In Restaurants Inc. continues to advance its growth of end-cap and in-line designs with the announcement of two new store openings in Atlanta. …