Three cheers for Pretzelmaker’s video contest

January 20, 2011

Pretzelmaker has launched an online video contest, “Cheer with a Twist,” geared toward cheerleaders across the country and playing on the brand’s “freshness…

TCBY secures Texas-sized expansion deal

January 20, 2011

TCBY has signed a deal with Lone Star Yogurt to open 200 stores within the next 10 years throughout Texas. The first store is slated to open this month in Lone…

Winter doesn’t deter iced coffee cravings

January 20, 2011

Although conducted smack dab in the middle of winter, a new survey by Dunkin’ Donuts unearthed a big craving for iced coffee.

New to the Marble Slab menu: Tiramisu ice cream

January 17, 2011

If Cupid has a dessert preference, it is probably Tiramisu. Marble Slab Creamery is celebrating Valentine’s Day by giving away a free sample of its new…

Cold Stone introduces Yogurt Bar

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

January 16, 2011

Cold Stone Creamery is embracing the yogurt craze. The ice cream giant is rolling out a new yogurt concept that will be incorporated into existing stores…

BK- No king of coffee, but not the jester

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With the QSR coffee race well underway, and McDonald's and Dunkin' Donuts jockeying for the top spot, Burger King could be considered a dark horse.

Baskin-Robbins filling international spots

January 11, 2011

In support of its international growth plan, Baskin-Robbins has appointed Paul Reynish as chief marketing officer of B-R International and Jo-Ming Tung as…

Pretzelmaker adds a twist to drink menu

January 11, 2011

Pretzelmaker has added Lemon Twist to its line of blended drinks. The new flavor offers a tart and refreshing zest of lemon in a cool, blended drink.

Baskin-Robbins Australia taps new GM

January 10, 2011

Shortly after revoking its major franchise company’s ownership rights, Baskin-Robbins Australia is putting the pieces back into place to start anew. That…

Dixie Cream Donuts signs Middle East deal

January 9, 2011

Beautiful Brands International (BBI) has signed an agreement with Emirates Associated Business Group (EABG) to open nearly 100 Dixie Cream Donut Company…

Cinnabon names new president

January 9, 2011

FOCUS Brands Inc., parent company of Cinnabon Inc., has named Kat Cole president of the cinnamon roll bakery.

Yogurtini expands in Missouri

January 6, 2011

Yogurtini Self-Serve has opened its third Missouri location in about six months after announcing its new franchising program.

TCBY marks 30th anniversary with new flavor

January 5, 2011

In 1981, TCBY frozen yogurt opened its doors for the first time in Little Rock, Ark. Founded by Frank and Georgia Hickingbotham, TCBY’s original trademark was…

Dunkin’ Donuts takes franchisees to court

January 4, 2011

Dunkin’ Donuts is driving an effort to withdraw the franchise rights of three separate unit operators in Billerica, Mass., a town 20 miles northwest of Boston…

Baskin-Robbins welcomes 2011 with chocolate

January 4, 2011

Baskin-Robbins has introduced its first new flavor of 2011 – Chocolate Escape.

Dunkin’ Donuts shines spotlight on fans, coffee

January 3, 2011

Dunkin’ Donuts has launched a new advertising campaign focusing on its fans and revolving around the “I’m Drinkin’ Dunkin’” theme.

Krispy Kreme gets dark

January 3, 2011

Krispy Kreme has launched two new, limited-time items that are sure to please chocolate lovers just in time for Valentine’s Day.

CNBC gets icy response from Cold Stone Creamery

December 28, 2010

CNBC’s documentary “Behind the Counter: The Untold Story of Franchising,” which aired Dec. 15, seemed to peel back the layers of the $1.3 trillion franchising…

Dunkin’ Donuts introduces egg white wraps

December 28, 2010

Dunkin’ Donuts has long been a popular breakfast destination, but now it’s offering a host of healthy alternatives in addition to its famous Munchkins.

Recession proof: Desserts hitting the sweet spot

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Because of their affordability and cravability, dessert items will survive no matter what.