McDonald's shares reach all-time high

October 21, 2010

McDonald's Corp. shared its third quarter report Thursday, with results surpassing analysts' expectations and achieving the company's highest stock to date.

Auntie Anne's signs franchise agreement in Poland

October 21, 2010

The Republic of Poland is about to get a twist on something new. Auntie Anne's soft pretzel chain has signed a master franchise agreement with Bachleda…

Bojangles introduces scary low offer

October 21, 2010

Just in time for Halloween, Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits is offering two "BOO-berry biscuits" at the price of 99 cents.

Dunkin' Donuts, Boston Celtics continue partnership

October 20, 2010

Dunkin' Donuts and the 17-time world champions the Boston Celtics have renewed their sponsorship agreement for three more years, ending in the 2012-2013 NBA…

Cinnabon names new COO

October 20, 2010

Cinnabon Inc. has announced Kat Cole as its new chief operating officer. Cole was formerly the vice president of training and development for Hooters, and…

Krispy Kreme raises brand awareness with new packaging, products

October 18, 2010

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts has introduced new branded packaging for its products sold in convenience, mass merchant and grocery stores. New and upgraded packaging…

Great American Cookies debuts pumpkin line

October 17, 2010

Great American Cookies today announced that the company is rolling out a new line of pumpkin specialty cookies just in time for fall. The pumpkin-shaped…

QSRs embracing nutritional transparency

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

October 14, 2010

Although the U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently offered restaurants more time to comply with new healthcare stipulations that require…

Taco Bell super sizes its Chalupa

October 14, 2010

The latest contribution to over-the-top quick-service offerings comes courtesy of Taco Bell. The chain introduced an XXL-sized crispy Chalupa last week…

Sweet dreams with the Burger King

October 14, 2010

Burger King has introduced a new item that has nothing to do with flame-broiling. In an effort to promote its new breakfast line, the company is selling a…

Franchise Brands LLC to purchase Taco Del Mar

October 13, 2010

Milford, Conn.-based Franchise Brands LLC has successfully placed a bid to buy the rights to Taco Del Mar through a recent bankruptcy auction.

Dunkin' Donuts goes Pro

October 13, 2010

Dunkin' Donuts' opened its newest store at Conseco Fieldhouse Thursday, making it the eighth unit for the company in Indianapolis.

Dunkin' Brands continues robust expansion

October 13, 2010

Dunkin' Brands, the parent company of Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, has opened its 16,000th location worldwide, re-establishing the brand as one of the…

Dunkin' Donuts franchisees won't increase coffee prices

October 12, 2010

The price of coffee beans have gone up, but some Dunkin' Donuts franchisees have not changed their prices.

White Castle candle returns to satisfy the crave

October 12, 2010

White Castle and NEST Fragrances have teamed up again to bring customers their favorite hamburger scent. The Original Slider-Scented Candle has helped benefit…

"Go-shop" period over for BK

October 12, 2010

Burger King Holdings, Inc. has announced the “go-shop” period has expired according to the terms of the Sept. 2, 2010 merger agreement.

Tim Hortons signs NHL agreements

October 12, 2010

Hockey fans in Pittsburgh and Long Island, N.Y. can now enjoy a coffee and a donut during the game. Tim Horton's has signed agreements to establish units at…

McDonald's testing chicken flatbreads

October 12, 2010

McDonald's is testing a lineup of chicken flatbread items, as announced via the company's Twitter account this week. According to McDonald's website, the…

Coffee innovation from Starbucks

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

Starbucks Via Ready Brew Coffee gets 5 stars for represent “incremental innovation."

Wienerschnitzel launches new Tastee Freez shake

October 11, 2010

Nothing like a little chocolate/peanut butter treat to wash down your hot dog. Tastee Freez Chocolate Nutter Butter shakes are now available at Wienerschnitzel.