Rex's Chicken reports 9 percent sales growth

July 25, 2012

Beautiful Brands International (BBI) is celebrating the second anniversary of Rex's Chicken this week at its current location in Tulsa, Okla. The anniversary…

Dunkin' Donuts announces aggressive Latin America expansion plans

July 25, 2012

Dunkin' Donuts has announced that it has signed agreements with three of its existing Latin American partners to expand the brand further in the region. The…

Cinnabon makes its debut in Libya

July 25, 2012

Cinnabon Inc. is expanding its global footprint with the opening of a unit in Tripoli, Libya, earlier this month.

Dairy Queen marks milestone opening in Mexico

July 25, 2012

The Dairy Queen system, part of Berkshire Hathaway, opened its 100th location in Mexico and has plans to open 15 additional restaurants by the end of 2012.

McDonald's focusing on value in slowing global economy

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Breakfast and beverage platforms continue to gain momentum.

Subway NZ hosting gift card design competition

July 20, 2012

Subway New Zealand has introduced an "Our Card's Your Canvas" competition encouraging fans to design their own Subway gift card.

Baskin-Robbins closing manufacturing plant in Ontario

July 19, 2012

In October, Baskin-Robbins will close its Peterborough, Ontario, Canada, manufacturing plant and shift production to existing partner suppliers. Production of…

Burger King rolls out soft serve platform in Canada

July 19, 2012

Burger King restaurants in Canada have introduced hand-spun shakes, premium sundaes and traditional soft serve cones.

McDonald's declines Olympic tax break

July 18, 2012

London's Olympic Games sponsors headquartered outside of the United Kingdom are eligible for a tax exemption, but McDonald's has declined the benefit.

McDonald's McCafe line now available in Korea

July 17, 2012

Three full years after the McDonald's U.S. introduction of the McCafe line, the chain is now bringing the popular beverage offerings to South Korea.

Subway may open in United Kingdom school

July 17, 2012

Subway is in talks to potentially open an outlet in a high school in Greater Manchester, United Kingdom.

Tim Hortons goes after lunch crowd with new Panini sandwiches

July 13, 2012

Tim Hortons has rolled out four new Panini sandwiches in select Canadian markets. The line includes turkey chipotle, Tuscan chicken, smoked ham and cheese, and…

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory posts record revenues

July 10, 2012

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Inc., which franchises and operates chocolate and self-serve frozen yogurt stores and manufactures an extensive line of…

New Zealand KFCs rolling out kiosks

July 9, 2012

New Zealand KFC locations are deploying kiosks this year to speed up ordering, according to the Nzherald.com.

Yum! Restaurants International names new general manager of Brazil

June 29, 2012

Yum! Restaurants International has appointed Andréa Rolim to the position of general manager, Brazil, overseeing the operations, marketing, training and…

Domino's, McDonald's UK commit 5 percent food waste reduction

June 28, 2012

Domino's Pizza and McDonald's are two of about 70 companies in the United Kingdom that have committed to the Hospitality and Food Service Agreement, and to…

Yum! Brands' David Novak named CEO of the Year

June 27, 2012

Chief Executive magazine has named David Novak, CEO of Yum! Brands, as its "2012 CEO of the Year," an award nominated and selected by a group of his peers.

McDonald's previews technology features at Olympic restaurants

In anticipation of large crowds, the flagship McDonald's includes seating for 1,500, including 70 seats on a second floor balcony with a view of the Olympic…

Pollo Tropical signs multiunit agreement in Guatemala

June 26, 2012

Pollo Tropical has entered into an exclusive multi-unit franchise agreement in Guatemala with a newly formed foodservice company, represented by José Garcés…

Commentary: McDonald's Skinner retiring with strong legacy in place

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

CEO's list of accomplishments includes reimaged restaurants, McCafé launch.