Subway franchisee association names CEO

June 3, 2007

MILFORD, Conn. — The Subway Franchisee Advertising Fund Trust, which creates advertising and marketing programs for the Subway restaurant chain, has named…

Krispy Kreme loss widens

June 3, 2007

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc. reported a net loss of $7.4 million for the company's fiscal 2008 first quarter ended April 29, compared…

Glass found in KFC Japan salads

May 31, 2007

Reuters: Pieces of glass were found in salads sold at two Kentucky Fried Chicken outlets in Japan, the company said. The glass came from a broken refrigerator…

Baskin-Robbins rolls out summer offerings

May 31, 2007

CANTON, Mass. — Specialty ice cream retailer Baskin-Robbins is introducing seven surfing-themed frozen dishes in time for summer. Baskin-Robbins also is…

92-year-old demos McDonald's location

May 30, 2007

The Tribune-Democrat (Johnstown, Pa): Estelle Musico, the 92-year-old owner of a McDonald's restaurant in Lower Yoder, Pa., operated a bulldozer May 30 as the…

Berlin rebels fight to keep McDonald's out

May 28, 2007

Guardian Unlimited: Berlin's rebellious Kreuzberg district is fighting to remain one of the last McDonald's-free zones in Europe, having rediscovered its…

Restaurants target real estate for growth

The focus turns to real estate as restaurants look for prime profits.

Dunkin' Donuts eyes Indian market

May 20, 2007

LiveMint.com: Dunkin Brands Inc., the owner of the Dunkin' Donuts chain, is in preliminary discussions with potential Indian partners to roll out the brand in…

NRA show kicks off in Chicago

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

May 19, 2007

After a slow attendee start at this year's National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show, things were in full swing Saturday afternoon as show…

Wendy's hops on premium coffee bandwagon

May 17, 2007

DUBLIN, Ohio —Wendy's International Inc. has partnered with Cincinnati-based Proctor & Gamble to offer a proprietary blend of Folgers Gourmet Selections…

The NRA show Top 10

May 17, 2007

United States Sen. Fred Thompson is set to Keynote the 2007 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show, May 19-22, at McCormick Place in…

California Baskin-Robbins settles measurement lawsuit

May 15, 2007

San Diego Union Tribune: Baskin-Robbins has agreed to settle a California consumer-protection lawsuit for $491,164 in penalties and costs. Officials at the…

McDonald's campaign highlights career opportunities

May 13, 2007

CHICAGO — McDonald's is rolling out a new national advertising campaign that shines a spotlight on its employees and celebrates career opportunities at the…

Triarc comps decrease

May 13, 2007

NEW YORK — Triarc Companies Inc. announced today the results of operations for its first quarter ended April 1, 2007.   Systemwide same-store sales were down…

Krispy Kreme files franchise document

May 13, 2007

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc. has filed a Uniform Franchise Offering Circular for review in those states that require it, the company…

McDonald's UAE invites public to tour kitchen

May 9, 2007

AME Info: McDonald's UAE has opened its doors to the public with a special invitation from the country to take a tour of the chains kitchen. The move aims at…

Arby's planning 63 new stores

May 9, 2007

ATLANTA — Arby's Restaurant Group Inc. has signed development agreements to open 63 new Arby's restaurants throughout the United States, the company…

Lenny's Sub Shops opens in Ohio

May 9, 2007

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Lenny's Franchisor, LLC, franchisor of Lenny's Sub Shops, announced that franchisee group Golden Olive Enterprises, LLC has signed a…

South African company buys Wimpy U.K.

May 7, 2007

Franchise International: Famous Brands, a South African based fast food company, has bought 75 percent of Wimpy U.K. for £3 million (U.S. $5.97 million) and…

Rats! NYC Taco Bell to close permanently

May 3, 2007

Fox 5 News (New York): The KFC/Taco Bell restaurant which drew national attention after rats were videotaped scampering though the dining room has permanently…