Chick-fil-A opens third Truett's Grill in honor of the founder

October 17, 2006

ATLANTA — Chick-fil-A Inc. is opening a new Truett's Grill restaurant to commemorate chain founder Truett Cathy's 60th year as a restaurateur.   The…

Yum Brands U.S. comps down 1% for Q3

October 11, 2006

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Yum! Brands reported financial results for its third quarter ended Sept. 9, 2006.   U.S. same-store sales fell 1 percent, Yum said, led by a…

Commentary: NFL and college football equals big-time sales

Are you targeting football fans? You should be.  

KFC announces trip giveaway sweepstakes

September 20, 2006

LOS ANGELES — KFC wants consumers to know that they offer high-quality, inexpensive lunch items, so to support the launch of its new 99 cent Ultimate Cheese…

Chick-fil-A Cows enter advertising hall of fame

September 18, 2006

ATLANTA — After more than a decade of using renegade antics to push its pro-chicken messages, Chick-fil-A's "Eat Mor Chikin" Cows have been inducted into…

KFC France partners with NBA Europe Live Tour

September 13, 2006

PARIS — KFC International is partnering with the NBA in France as part of NBA Europe Live Tour presented by EA SPORTS. The company said this partnership will…

CKE exec takes over Church's Chicken franchise sales

September 6, 2006

ATLANTA — Church's Chicken has appointed Scott Moffitt vice president of franchise sales and development.   According to a news release, Moffitt has 16 years…

KFC launches second interactive TV ad

September 6, 2006

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Kentucky Fried Chicken has created another interactive advertising campaign to promote its latest Snacker sandwich, the Ultimate Cheese KFC…

Chick-Fil-A cooks up customer loyalty

August 28, 2006

Associated Press: Chick-fil-A executives routinely say that the chain's 1,250 restaurants in 37 states, spanning from Georgia to California to Massachusetts…

KFC targets moms, creates special "mom" advisory board

August 21, 2006

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — KFC announced the formation of its KFC Moms Matter! Advisory Board. Moms from all walks of life and different parts of the country will join…

Chick-fil-A's lemonade adds SPLENDA

August 17, 2006

ATLANTA, GA — Chick-fil-A said it's adding SPLENDA No Calorie Sweetener to its Diet Lemonade recipe.   Since Atlanta-based Chick-fil-A introduced…

Popeyes Q2 comps increase 2.2%

August 16, 2006

ATLANTA — AFC Enterprises Inc., franchisor and operator of Popeyes Chicken & Biscuits, reported results for its second quarter ended July 9, 2006. …

Jack in the Box intros Outlaw Burger and Outlaw Spicy Chicken Sandwich

August 16, 2006

SAN DIEGO —Jack in the Box announced the rollout of the Outlaw Burger and the Outlaw Spicy Chicken Sandwich.   Available now, the new sandwiches feature…

U.S. July-Aug. comps slide at Yum Brands

August 15, 2006

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Comparable store sales at Yum! Brands' U.S. corporate stores fell for the four weeks ended Aug. 12.   According to a news release, comps at…

Old-fashioned principles keep Chick-fil-A flying high

A strong company built on loyalty to employees need never go public, says Chick-fil-A president Dan Cathy.

KFC offends Chinese with 'monk' promotion

July 24, 2006

United Press International: Kentucky Fried Chicken is facing a backlash in China after the company used a long-dead Chinese vegetarian hero to promote a…

QSR franchisees sue parent companies

Major QSR brands are facing several lawsuits from their franchise community.

Strange News: Chicken mascot complains about treatment while in costume

July 23, 2006

All Headline News: A fast-food worker in Arkansas is crying "fowl" over some disrespectful treatment received while in his chicken suit. The man dresses up as…

White Castle creates Hidden Valley Ranch and Tabasco Flavored Chicken Rings

July 20, 2006

COLUMBUS, Ohio — White Castle has joined with Hidden Valley Ranch and Tabasco to add two new flavors to their original Chicken Rings, available from July 2…

Yum reports modest 2Q

July 19, 2006

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Yum! Brands reported a good second quarter for the period ended June 17, 2006.   Worldwide system same-store sales increased 2 percent.   In…