Mrs. Fields Famous Brands adds "Breezer" to store menus

March 28, 2006

MINNETONKA, Minn. — Mrs. Fields Famous Brands is adding a new treat to its store menus with the introduction of its new line of Breezer smoothies.  The…

Pizza Pizza and Pepsi partner on 'flashing can' contest

March 20, 2006

TORONTO—Pizza Pizza and Pepsi-Cola Canada have paired up to promote their "Find the Flashing Can" contest.   According to a news release, Riverside…

Tim Hortons revises IPO

March 20, 2006

OAKVILLE, Ontario—Tim Hortons Inc. announced that it has increased the estimated price range for its initial public offering of 29 million shares of common…

Yum! Brands to buy back $500M shares

March 15, 2006

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Yum! Brands Inc. said Thursday it has approved the buyback of an additional $500 million worth of the company's shares over the next 1…

Franchisees mull over latest drive-thru technology

by Julie Sturgeon — independent journalist, CEOEditor, Inc.

Dunkin' Donuts new concept stores opened since November 2005 in Euclid, Ohio, and Pawtucket, R.I., show a lot of thought was invested into maximizing the…

The SUBWAY(R) Restaurant Chain is Again Named Number One Franchise Opportunity by Entrepreneur Magazine

December 26, 2005

MILFORD, Conn.— For the 14th time in 18 years, the SUBWAY restaurant chain has been named the No. 1 franchise opportunity by Entrepreneur magazine's Annual…

Burger King to ride 'Kong' coattails with bigger Whopper

December 20, 2005

In honor of the big ape hitting movie screens, Burger King Corp. said it has created one of its biggest burgers ever - the triple Whopper with cheese…

AFC Enterprises appoints Mel Hope as Chief Financial Officer

December 20, 2005

AFC Enterprises, Inc. the franchisor and operator of Popeyes(R) Chicken & Biscuits, recently announced the appointment of Mel Hope as Chief Financial Officer…

This year make a resolution to switch to a healthy alternative to soft drinks

December 20, 2005

Simply by switching from soda to non-carb Fuze Slenderize -- you and your family can drink more and save thousands of calories per month. One eight- ounce…

Yum! Brands Recognized in FORTUNE's "Top 50 Employers For Women"

December 13, 2005

Yum! Brands, Inc. has been named one of FORTUNE magazine's "Top 50 Employers for Women" for its comprehensive results across key diversity measures.

CKE Restaurants, Inc. CEO and President Andrew F. Puzder Named Spokesperson of the Year

December 11, 2005

Puzder Honored in TV/Radio Category by PR News and CommCore Consulting.

ExxonMobil rolls out new breakfast sandwich line

December 11, 2005

ExxonMobil has introduced a new line of proprietary gourmet breakfast sandwiches at its 680-plus On the Run(R) convenience stores in the U.S. The new…

McDonald's CEO focused on basics after loss of two predecessors

December 5, 2005

Most executives would have their hands full just trying to take on the job of CEO at the world's largest fast-food chain.

International Dairy Queen, Inc selects Instill's Promotion Management Solution

December 5, 2005

Instill® Corporation, the leading provider of technology solutions and services for the foodservice industry, today announced that International Dairy Queen…

Coca-Cola Consolidated introduces Cinnabon premium coffee drink

December 4, 2005

Smooth and creamy beverage screams indulgence! Cinnabon brand recognized globally for super-premium quality and taste. Second largest US Coke bottler to sell…

Coca-Cola and PepsiCo hold more than 50 percent of the beverage market

December 1, 2005

Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c28794) has announced the addition of Beverage Manufacture and Bottling - Industry Profile to…

Jacked Up About Jack in the Box?

November 30, 2005

For the past two months the investment contributors at the Motley Fool have been trying to convince investors that they were being mislead by the management at…

Win $25,000 MasterCard Gift Card at Arby's

Customers using a MasterCard credit card to pay for any purchase at Arby's are automatically entered for a chance to win $25,000 in MasterCard gift cards.

McDonald's: Why don't you just ... ?

November 28, 2005

Pershing Square Capital Management's Bill Ackman unveiled a plan to help McDonald's unlock the hidden value of its substantial real estate portfolio.

Orange Julius introduces new Raspberry Julius Original

November 28, 2005

Stirring things up is one of the things Orange Julius is best known for and just in time for the holidays, the brand is at it again with the addition of a new…