KFC U.K. drops Finger Lickin’ Good tag

February 20, 2011

KFC U.K. has adopted the “So Good” marketing slogan. This decision comes almost a year  after KFC outlets in the U.S. began using the “So Good” tagline in lieu…

Chick-fil-A surpasses $3.5 billion in annual sales

February 20, 2011

Chick-fil-A announced today another year of consecutive sales growth.

KFC India launches cheaper Streetwise menu

February 14, 2011

Perhaps taking a nod from its American counterpart, KFC India plans to gear its new marketing and pricing strategy toward college students.

Popeyes heats up February

February 13, 2011

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, a division of AFC Enterprises Inc., is spicing up its menus with the introduction of new Red Hot Popcorn Chicken.

Bojangles' franchisee opens 10th location

February 10, 2011

Jeniel LLC has opened its 10th Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits location in Darlington, S.C.

El Pollo Loco taps new AOR

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

February 9, 2011

After an extensive process that began with more than 35 agencies in mid-November, El Pollo Loco Inc. has chosen its new advertising agency of record.

Kitchen Brains to manage KFC franchise food production

January 31, 2011

Yum! franchisee Luihn Foods, which operates more than 85 units in the Southeast region including Florida, Virginia and North Carolina, has chosen Kitchen…

KFC retains brand image control

January 31, 2011

On Monday, Judge Leo E. Strine Jr. of the Delaware Court of Chancery ruled that KFC and its franchisees must compromise on brand image and advertising…

Popeyes’ franchisee hosting MDA campaign

January 30, 2011

Sailormen Inc., the largest domestic franchisee of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen restaurants, is sponsoring a campaign to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy…

Chick-fil-A states position in anti-gay snafu

January 30, 2011

When word got out that a Chick-fil-A operator provided lunch to an anti-gay marriage retreat sponsored by the Pennsylvania Family Institute earlier this month…

Drive-thru only for new Chick-fil-A

January 27, 2011

It's estimated that at least three-fourths of quick-service business is generated at the drive-thru. That's enough to inspire the newest Chick-fil-A unit…

Spicy nuggets next for Chick-fil-A?

January 16, 2011

Chick-fil-A has been playing with fire as of late – launching a new spicy chicken sandwich and, more recently, a spicy chicken biscuit as part of its breakfast…

Popeyes reports strong 4Q sales, growth plans

January 9, 2011

AFC Enterprises, parent company of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, today announced strong same-store sales for the fourth quarter 2010 ended Dec. 26.  Global…

KFC seeking innovative ideas from fans

January 5, 2011

Highlighting KFC’s sauceless, no-mess Hot Wings, the chain is looking for creative, inspiring or charitable ideas from its fans on how to repurpose its…

Bojangles’ ready for Atlanta expansion

January 2, 2011

Bojangles’ Famous Chicken ‘N Biscuits plans to open 25 units in the metro Atlanta area within the next five years.

KFC slapped with tax bill

January 2, 2011

KFC Corp. has been ordered to hand over almost $250,000 in unpaid corporate income taxes to the state of Iowa.

Church’s Chicken offers up a snack

December 27, 2010

Church’s Chicken has added the Chicken Mini Sandwich to its menu. The hand-held, portable item was launched behind strong consumer demand and after a…

Popeyes marks Canadian milestone

December 21, 2010

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen has opened its 50th Canadian restaurant in Guelph, Ontario. The location is part of an aggressive growth strategy of the Popeyes…

Popeyes brings a little Louisiana to Smryna, Ga.

December 20, 2010

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen has opened its first restaurant in Smyrna, Ga. The new unit is operated by National Restaurant Development Inc., owned by Aziz Hashim.

El Pollo Loco narrows AOR search to three

December 20, 2010

El Pollo Loco Inc. has narrowed its search for a new advertising agency down to three contenders: Goodness Mfg., McCann West/Casanova Pendrill and RPA.