Beautiful Brands launches QSR donut franchise

October 7, 2009

Beautiful Brands International (BBI) has announced the opening of the first store in its latest franchise brand, Dixie Cream Donut Co. The first location is in…

Dunkin' Donuts continues growth in China

October 7, 2009

As part of its greater China expansion strategy, Dunkin' Donuts recently opened its first two shops in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province. The first shop is located…

QSR franchisees feeling pinched

October 7, 2009

Quick-service restaurant brands are trying a variety of tactics to drive traffic as the industry struggles to lure consumers into their stores. Franchisees…

Dunkin' Brands names new executives at both chains

October 6, 2009

Dunkin' Brands has announced new executive hires at its Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins chains.   Dunkin' Donuts has named former Starbucks division senior…

Del Taco's new CEO prepares chain for national growth

The regional chain is laying the groundwork to extend its reach over the next several years.

McDonald's France plans for Louvre location offend some

October 5, 2009

McDonald's France's plans to open a restaurant and McCafé near the Louvre museum next month has raised the ire of those who treasure the country's haute…

Dunkin' Donuts opens sixth gaming property location

October 1, 2009

Dunkin' Donuts has opened up a new location at the Harrah's Tunica Casino in Robinsonville, Miss. The new store is the first Dunkin' Donuts to open in a gaming…

Boardwalk Fresh Burgers sells 50-unit deal

September 29, 2009

Kert Gennings, former chief operating officer for Jersey Mikes and Chesapeake Bagel Bakery, along with investor Sharon Heaton, have purchased the master…

Subway adds kosher store in N. Miami Beach

September 27, 2009

Subway continues its focus on non-traditional stores with the opening of a restaurant at the Michael-Ann Russell Jewish Community Center in North Miami Beach.

Pa. Taco Bell franchisee settles sexual harassment suit

September 24, 2009

The owner of six Pennsylvania Taco Bell restaurants has agreed tol pay $35,000 and furnish equitable relief to settle a class sexual harassment lawsuit filed…

Jack in the Box focuses on growth

The regional chain is finding success in new markets, affirming its plans to someday become a national brand.

Subway Development Corp. fundraiser benefits breast cancer research

September 23, 2009

The Subway Development Corp. of Washington (SDC) has surpassed the $1 million mark in its fundraising effort to benefit breast cancer research. This year's…

Del Taco adds two franchise business consultants

September 23, 2009

Del Taco has announced the company has strengthened its franchise support services with the addition of two new franchise business consultants. Chip Bialzak…

Mrs. Fields, TCBY launch aggressive expansion plan

September 23, 2009

Mrs. Fields Famous Brands LLC, which includes Mrs. Fields Cookies and TCBY, The Country's Best Yogurt, has announced aggressive expansion plans both…

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Subway closing in on surpassing McDonald's in number of units

September 21, 2009

Subway's focus on non-traditional locations and international growth is propelling the company to pass McDonald's in total number of locations, although the…

Carl's Jr., Hardee's bank on value comparison

September 17, 2009

CKE Restaurants Inc. CEO Andrew Puzder told investors and analysts in the company's second quarter earnings call that Carl's Jr. and Hardee's plan to improve…

Subway names 2009 development agent of the year

September 16, 2009

Subway has named Jim Smith of Baltimore as the recipient of its 2009 Development Agent of the Year award for North American markets. He received the honor…

Sonic projects better year ahead

September 16, 2009

Sonic Corp.'s drive-in restaurants continued to be impacted by the challenging economic environment and decreased consumer spending in the fourth quarter ended…

S.Cal. Taco Bell franchisee adds energy management solution

September 15, 2009

Taco Bell franchisee Cotti Foods Corp. is deploying the Advanced Telemetry EcoView Commercial solution in all of its 50-plus Southern California locations, the…