Baristas appoints new COO

November 22, 2010

Baristas Coffee Company Inc. has named Thomas E. Metzger as its chief operating officer. He has also been appointed to the board of directors.

More than figgy pudding and good cheer

By Amanda French

Dunkin' Donuts helps out with the stocking stuffers

November 21, 2010

Dunkin' Donuts is making Santa's job a bit easier this holiday season. The company is now offering its rechargeable gift cards in almost 19,000 partner retail…

Global Franchise Group names new marketing guru

November 18, 2010

Global Franchise Group, which includes brands such as Great American Cookies, MaggieMoos, Marble Slab Creamery and Pretzelmaker/Pretzel Time, has named Jenn…

Dairy Queen marches to the Trusonic beat

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

QSR chain taps new in-store music provider.

On the hunt for McDonald's new McCafe item

November 15, 2010

The McDonald's McCafe line, which has exceeded expectations, already features selections for mocha and caramel lovers, including the iced mocha, mocha frappe…

Contest winners bring TCBY back to Northwest Arkansas

November 14, 2010

TCBY, The Country's Best Yogurt, will boomerang back to Northwest Arkansas after a 10-year absence from the area. The company's "This Could Be Yours, The Great…

Dunkin' Donuts ices deal with Boston Bruins

November 14, 2010

Although healthy to play, Boston Bruins rookie forward Tyler Seguin has caught a cold. The second overall draft pick in the 2010-11 NHL draft will be featured…

Despite strong 3Q, Tim Hortons plans to close 36 U.S. units

November 10, 2010

Tim Hortons Inc. reported a total revenue increase of 9.8 percent in the third quarter ended Oct. 3. Momentum came from a same-store sales increase of 4.…

Give the gift of Culver's this holiday season

November 9, 2010

Culver's is making holiday giving hassle-free with the launch of the company's eGifts social application. Culver's and First Data Corporation have partnered to…

City of Brotherly Love loves Krispy Kreme

November 8, 2010

Krispy Kreme has opened its first unit in Philadelphia. The new store, located in Fox Chase, features all of the Krispy Kreme classics, including the Original…

Baskin-Robbins introduces gingerbread treat

November 4, 2010

Baskin-Robbins has introduced a yummy new treat fitting for the holidays. The new Premium Churned Light Gingerbread Man Ice Cream is November's flavor of the…

Detroit Dunkin' Donuts honoring families

November 4, 2010

Detroit's exceptional families are about to get a Dunkin' Donuts-influenced boost. The chain, known for its coffee and donuts, is partnering up with the…

Burger King offers a little perk me up

November 3, 2010

As the weather cools down, and it becomes harder to get out of bed in the morning, Burger King is offering a pick me up to help.

NYC Marathoners will run on Dunkin' Donuts

November 3, 2010

For the fifth year, Dunkin' Donuts will return as an official sponsor of the ING New York City Marathon. As part of the sponsorship, Dunkin' Donuts provides…

Marble Slab contest eyes the Big Apple

November 1, 2010

Marble Slab Creamery has announced a new contest titled "The Perfect Your Party New Year’s Eve Sweepstakes."

Dunkin' Donuts offers a Patriotic Pick-Me-Up

October 31, 2010

From now through Nov. 14, Dunkin' Donuts franchisees will donate a one-pound bag of coffee to the USO for every purchase of two one-pound bags from…

Dunkin’ Donuts testing single-cup coffee

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

October 27, 2010

Dunkin’ Donuts has long been a morning staple for its coffee as much as for its famous Munchkins.

That settles it: DQ allows competitor to continue selling Blizz

October 26, 2010

Craving a Dairy Queen Blizzard? How about a Yogubliz Blizz? Although they sound alike, they're "relatively dissimilar," according to a judge in the U.S.

Tim Hortons Canada adds to breakfast menu

October 24, 2010

Breakfast-seeking, on-the-go Canadians can now opt for something healthier than a donut. Tim Hortons has introduced homestyle oatmeal and breakfast wraps.