Food & Beverage News

Burger King to open first company-owned store in Singapore

July 16, 2009

Channel News Asia: Burger King is set to open its first ever company-owned concept store in Singapore next week with plans to open another three to five within…

read now

Dunkin Donuts adds Frozen Cappuccino to beverage lineup

July 15, 2009

CANTON, Mass. — Dunkin' Donuts has introduced its new Frozen Cappuccino, the company has announced. The newest addition to the brand's lineup of iced and…

read now

KFC critics acknowledge grilled chicken's early success

July 15, 2009

Advertising Age: Advertising agencies, marketers and public relations experts have bashed KFC for its Kentucky Grilled Chicken promotion, from it "unthink KFC…

read now

Del Taco adds taste of orange to drink lineup

July 14, 2009

LAKE FOREST, Calif. — To celebrate summer, Del Taco is bringing back its classic Orange Shake and introducing a new, freshly brewed Orange Iced Tea, the…

read now

Burger King to resort to double cheeseburger coupon

July 14, 2009

Advertising Age.com: Burger King franchisees recently have twice voted down the company's attempt to offer a double cheeseburger for a dollar on its value…

read now

Burger King franchisees again vote down $1 dbl cheeseburger

July 13, 2009

NASDAQ: Even the promise of toned down content couldn't sway Burger King franchisees. They again voted down the proposal to sell the chain's double…

read now

Cinnabon counting on specialty-drink boost

July 13, 2009

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution: Cinnabon is one of several quick-serves focusing on its specialty beverages. The chain is testing a new store design in…

read now

Burger King promises to tone down ads

July 12, 2009

Advertising Age: Although Burger King has not announced the results, it offered franchisees a compromise to the four-month $1 double cheeseburger offer.

read now

Burger King again considers $1 double cheeseburger

July 8, 2009

Chicago Tribune: A Burger King franchisee has confirmed the company has asked franchisees to consider temporarily dropping the price of their double…

read now

Sonic intros Chillers frozen drinks

July 7, 2009

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sonic Drive-In has introduced a line of frozen beverages that combines its Limeade offerings with ice cream, the company has announced. …

read now

Dairy Queen to host 2nd annual Girl Scout Appreciation Week

July 6, 2009

MINNEAPOLIS — Dairy Queen will celebrate 3.4 million girl and adult Girl Scouts for their commitment to community service and leadership during the Second…

read now

Coffee supplier shares story behind McDonald's McCafe success

July 6, 2009

NEW YORK — Family-owned Gavina Gourmet Coffee is one of the major brands behind McDonald's success in the coffee segment. Los Angeles-based Gavina Gourmet…

read now

Arby's adds BBQ flavor to Roastburger lineup

July 5, 2009

ATLANTA — Arby's has introduced its new summer-inspired BBQ Bacon Cheddar Roastburger, the company has announced. The BBQ Bacon Cheddar Roastburger features…

read now

Subway launches Fuze iced tea in U.S. restaurants

July 5, 2009

MILFORD, Conn. — Subway restaurants has introduced the freshly brewed refreshment of Fuze iced tea to its nearly 22,500 restaurants throughout the United…

read now

Nathan's Famous among IgoUgo's top hot dog places

June 30, 2009

NEW YORK — IgoUgo, an online travel community whose members share firsthand travel experiences, has released the list of the 10 Best Places for Wieners this…

read now

Hardee's launches donut-hole inspired biscuit treats

June 29, 2009

ST. LOUIS — Hardee's is adding a sweet addition to its line of Made From Scratch biscuits — Biscuit Holes. Rolled in cinnamon and sugar and served with icing…

read now

Jumptap creates mobile ad campaign for Hardee's new Biscuit Holes

June 29, 2009

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — Jumptap has launched a mobile advertising campaign for Hardee's new Biscuit Holes. The Hardee's campaign will deliver geo-targeted…

read now

Long John Silver's intros Baja Fish Taco with giveaway

June 29, 2009

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Long John Silver's is launching its new Baja Fish Tacos with a food giveaway, the company has announced. Participating Long John Silver's…

read now

Atlanta-based QSRs outline R&D trends

June 28, 2009

Atlanta Journal-Constitution: The directors of test kitchens for several Atlanta-based quick-service brands have shared upcoming trends in menu items. Trends…

read now

Burger King Stacker 'transforms' in movie tie-in promo

June 28, 2009

MIAMI — To celebrate the movie premiere of Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, Burger King has announced the transformation of the BK Stacker into the BK BBQ…

read now