Baskin-Robbins promos ice cream cakes with world record dance

August 3, 2009

Baskin-Robbins is promoting its ice cream cakes as a summer treat with a record-setting dance event, a video contest and $9.99 ice cream cakes, the company has…

Jack in the Box adds chorizo to breakfast menu

August 3, 2009

Jack in the Box restaurants has introduced its Chorizo Sausage Breakfast Burrito, the first item of its kind featuring chorizo for a major U.S. hamburger…

Jack in the Box debuts Yo Gabba Gabba! kids' meal promo

August 2, 2009

Jack in the Box restaurants has partnered with entertainment company W!LDBRAIN to launch the first-ever Yo Gabba Gabba! and Jack's Kid's Meal promotion. The…

Krispy Kreme expands Kool Kreme test

August 2, 2009

Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corp. has opened its first Neighborhood Shop and Kremery in Knightdale, N.C. The store is one of the company's retail concept shops…

Carl's Jr., Hardee's to offer Monster Energy drinks

August 2, 2009

Carl's Jr. and Hardee's have become the first major quick-serve restaurants to offer Monster Energy drinks as a permanent menu item. CKE Restaurants Inc.…

McDonald's to kick off Angus marketing

August 2, 2009

National marketing for McDonald's new Angus Deluxe, the company's first burger launch since 2001, will begin Aug. 4, according to a story in Advertising…

Rita's rolls out Swedish Fish Italian Ice

July 30, 2009

Rita's Italian Ice has debuted its new flavor of Italian Ice, inspired by the Swedish Fish candy brand. In partnership with Cadbury, manufacturer of Swedish…

Hot beverages again focus of lawsuits

July 30, 2009

Yet another quick-service brand is being sued by a consumer over burns from hot drinks. The latest lawsuit comes from a woman in Bronx, N.Y., who claims she…

Yoshinoya intros BBQ rib and chicken plates

July 30, 2009

Yoshinoya has added a new line of BBQ Short Rib amd Chicken Plates to its menu in the United States. The new menu items will feature options of BBQ beef short…

Research reveals foodservice opportunities for produce

July 29, 2009

Nearly three out of four restaurant operators (72 percent) said emphasizing fresh produce in their marketing efforts drives more customers to their restaurant…

Wendy's names Kaplan Thaler new creative

July 29, 2009

As part of its comprehensive turnaround effort, Wendy's International Inc. has named The Kaplan Thaler Group as its new lead creative agency. Responsibilities…

McDonald's, Starbucks each have own niche

July 29, 2009

Despite McDonald's massive advertising efforts for its McCafé specialty coffee launch, the chain doesn't seem to have grabbed too many actual Starbucks…

Webinar to focus on restaurant protection during a foodborne illness incident

July 29, 2009

Fastcasual.com, in partnership with Risk Services Corp., is hosting a webinar Aug. 4 from 2-3 p.m. intended to inform restaurant operators how they can…

Dunkin' Donuts gains ground in SW Fla.

July 28, 2009

The coffee wars are on in Southwest Florida. While Starbucks is closing some of its stores in the region, Dunkin' Donuts is on a growth spurt, particularly…

Fungus hits tomato crops in Northeast

July 28, 2009

A severe outbreak of late blight fungus is sweeping through tomato crops throughout the Northeast and also could affect potatoes, according to a story in the…

Coca-Cola moves forward with fountain of the future

The company expands its test market for the self-serve Freestyle dispenser.

Sonic supports teachers with Limeades for Learning program

July 27, 2009

Sonic Drive-In has partnered with DonorsChoose.org, a non-profit organization that helps public school educators find resources for classroom projects, to…

White Castle intros three LTO value meals

July 27, 2009

White Castle is offering three "Craver Saver" meals for cost-conscious consumers now through Aug. 22. The meals, available for $2.99, include a choice of three…

Marble Slab opens in Singapore

July 26, 2009

Marble Slab, which is managed by NexCen Franchise Management Inc., a subsidiary of NexCen Brands Inc., opened its first Marble Slab franchised store in Asia.

Arby's celebrates 45 years

July 26, 2009

Arby's is celebrating its 45th anniversary with a variety of special offers. The promotions include: $5 BBQ Bacon Cheddar Roastburger combo, featuring curly…