Cold Stone Creamery introduces to-go options

April 11, 2006

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Cold Stone Creamery said it will introduce Cold Stone To Go April 1.   According to a news release, each to-go "Creation" is…

QSRs attract gamers

Burger King and McDonald's deploy effective advertisements in video games.

Dunkin' Brands introduces new charity

April 2, 2006

LAS VEGAS — Dunkin' Brands, parent company of Dunkin' Donuts, Baskin-Robbins and Togo's, announced a commitment to support emergency response organizations in…

Jack in the Box introduces new menu items

April 2, 2006

SAN DIEGO— Jack in the Box announced the addition of the Chicken Ciabatta Sandwich and the Orange & Cream Shake.   According to a news release, Jack's…

Cinnabon and Richard Petty launch Chillatta Flavors

March 30, 2006

ATLANTA — Cinnabon Inc. is racing into spring with its first ever national sweepstakes. Partnering with the Richard Petty Driving Experience, Cinnabon's…

Consumers don't visit QSR Web sites

March 29, 2006

SAN CLEMENTE, Calif.— According to a new report from Sandelman & Associates, "Usage of Restaurant Chain Web Sites," QSR users not only have never visited…

Cover: Sonic gives customers choice

March 29, 2006

Nobody has to tell Sonic Drive-In that evolution is key to survival. America's largest drive-in chain is constantly changing its menu and adding new…

Operators upgrade POS systems instead of replacing

March 29, 2006

With today's tight budgets, it may not make financial sense for operators to invest in a new POS system. That was the case for Chris Nonnemaker, a franchise…

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…