Subway to plant flag in Kenya

April 9, 2013

Subway announced its plans to debut in Kenya as early as August. According to Business Daily Africa, the Connecticut-based chain is focused on the market…

Carl's Jr., Hardee's plan entries in Denmark, Guatemala, Puerto Rico

April 9, 2013

CKE Restaurants hit a growth milestone this week with the 500th international restaurant opening of its Carl's Jr. and Hardee's brands. On April 6, Bright Star…

IFA: Lending to franchises reaches highest level since recession

April 9, 2013

Lending to America's franchise businesses will reach its highest level since the recession, providing $23.9 billion in lending to support 59,300 unit…

QSR International expands Quiznos' presence in Latin America

April 5, 2013

QSR International has signed a 15-unit Quiznos development agreement for the country of Panama with Franquicias Premium Corporation, managed by Dimas Fajardo…

U-Swirl co-brands with Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory

April 5, 2013

U-Swirl Inc., parent company of U-SWIRL Frozen Yogurt cafes, announced that the first U-Swirl and Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory co-branded location is open…

Dunkin' Donuts names new franchise group for W. Va.

April 5, 2013

Dunkin' Donuts announced the signing of a multi-unit store development agreement with new franchise group, Little General, for three new restaurants throughout…

A&W's mascot resurgence part of chain's bid to 'start fresh'

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The director of marketing discusses the chain's focus on social media to attract new customers without alienating loyal fans.

QSR workers stage 'biggest strike in fast food history' today

April 4, 2013

An estimated 400 quick-service employees walked off their jobs today at more than 60 New York City restaurants. The Fast Food Forward organization, which…

Franchise Association launches campaign for immigration reform debate

April 4, 2013

The International Franchise Association has launched an integrated advocacy campaign to "voice the needs of franchise business owners in the national debate…

Del Taco plans 20 new Alabama, Florida locations

April 4, 2013

Del Taco franchisee Larry Blumberg & Associates has opened the first of its 20 planned Del Taco restaurants. The newest location is in Dothan, Ala., and…

Dunkin' Donuts expands Northern Utah footprint

April 1, 2013

Dunkin' Donuts announced today the signing of a multi-unit store development agreement with existing franchisee Sizzling Donuts LLC for seven new restaurants…

KFC UK outlines ambitious growth, remodeling plans

April 1, 2013

KFC is planning on opening more than 40 new restaurants in the United Kingdom and Ireland this year, a move that would create about 1,600 new jobs, according…

Huey Magoo's debuts express model

March 28, 2013

Checkers' development veteran joins Captain D's team

March 28, 2013

Captain D's has named Michael Arrowsmith as its new chief development officer. Arrowsmith previously served as senior vice president of Development at Checkers…

Sonic chief credits daypart promotions, media efficiency for positive sales

March 27, 2013

Sonic released its second fiscal quarter results earlier this week, which included a company-owned same-store sales increase of 3.3 percent (without the…

Report: Restaurant sector boosts franchise growth

March 27, 2013

The International Franchise Association released its updated 2013 forecast today, which predicts that franchise businesses will continue to grow at a slightly…

Burger King franchisee acquires six Taco Bell units

March 27, 2013

GE Capital, Franchise Finance recently provided $11.3 million to Ghai Management Services, a Burger King franchisee. The funding was used for the acquisition…

Great American Cookies expands presence in Puerto Rico

March 27, 2013

Great American Cookies announced it is expanding in Puerto Rico through multi-unit operators Dan Margolis, Carol Margolis and Wilson Castillo of A.M.A.

Popeyes recognizes top franchisees

March 26, 2013

Popeyes recently held its annual International Franchisee Conference in San Diego, where Harry Stafford, partner of Broford Corp., was named the chain's…

LYFE Kitchen contract ensures LEED-certified restaurants

March 22, 2013

Shangri-La Industries has been appointed as project manager for LYFE Kitchen's expansion across the U.S.